Our Team

The Illuminate Team

Our team at Illuminate ABA consists of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) clinical director, Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), and Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBTs). Each expert BCBA works closely with our clinical director to create a customized treatment plan for your child. The BCBA and RBTs together implement the treatment plan. Once ABA services begin, our data-driven analyses process ensures improved results and allows for treatment adjustments as frequently as necessary. At Illuminate ABA, we support our staff to stay updated with the best practices and ABA techniques.

Max Lowy

Chief Executive Officer

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Sydney Finkenbine is a licensed and certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Sydney has been working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with various disabilities, since 2014 in the home, school, and community settings. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science and Master’s of Special Education from Bowling Green State University, and a graduate level certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from University of Cincinnati. Her professional interests include language building, social skills training and teaching activities of daily living (ADLs). In her free time, Sydney enjoys trying new restaurants, exploring local walking trails and spending time with family.

Scott Weissman

Director of Operations

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Victoria Aprano is a licensed and certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Victoria had been working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with autism since 2015 in the home, schools, community, and center-based settings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University. Her professional interests include early intervention, language building, social skills training, and parent training. In her free time, Victoria enjoys traveling to new places, going to the gym, and crafting.

Jamie Lee McVeigh


M.A., BCBA

Director of Clinical Training

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Jamie Lee McVeigh was certified as a BCBA in 2016 and has enjoyed working with people with developmental disabilities since 2013, in a variety of settings. She earned a Bachelor of Science majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The University of Central Florida, and Master of Arts with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis from The University of West Florida. Jamie enjoys teaching communication skills and helping new professionals in the field meet their full potential. In her free time, Jamie loves to travel, eat delicious foods, and snuggle up on the couch to watch Netflix.

Under Jamie’s watchful eye, our technicians and clinicians receive proper training to best serve our children. Any staff can expect to meet with her before starting, and throughout the initial onboarding process. She also arranges monthly trainings in order for our employees to sharpen their skills and receive the latest and the best in ABA techniques.

Sydney Finkenbine

M.Ed., BCBA, LBA

Clinical Director of Michigan & Ohio

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Sydney Finkenbine is a licensed and certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Sydney has been working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with various disabilities, since 2014 in the home, school, and community settings. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science and Master’s of Special Education from Bowling Green State University, and a graduate level certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from University of Cincinnati. Her professional interests include language building, social skills training and teaching activities of daily living (ADLs). In her free time, Sydney enjoys trying new restaurants, exploring local walking trails and spending time with family.

Essie Card

Clinical Director of Texas

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Essie Card has been supporting individuals with autism for over 20 years. She earned a dual bachelor’s degree in child development and psychology. She then went on to earn a Masters of Arts degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy. She also earned a Pupil Personnel Credential along the way allowing her to gain experience in an academic setting. Essie earned her post graduate level certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis shortly after. She has been a certified behavior analyst since 2012 and is licensed in the state of Texas. Essie has worked in the home, school and community setting . She comes with a wealth of knowledge combining her relationship building based background with the principles of ABA. In her free time Essie enjoys spending time with her four daughters and her husband, who is also a Behavior Analyst. They enjoy frequent trips to the beach and to Disneyland.

Melissa Fraioli

Lead BCBA of New Jersey

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Sydney Finkenbine is a licensed and certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Sydney has been working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with various disabilities, since 2014 in the home, school, and community settings. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science and Master’s of Special Education from Bowling Green State University, and a graduate level certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from University of Cincinnati. Her professional interests include language building, social skills training and teaching activities of daily living (ADLs). In her free time, Sydney enjoys trying new restaurants, exploring local walking trails and spending time with family.

Keri McGruder

Lead BCBA of Indiana

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Keri McGruder is a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) in Indianapolis, Ind., and has been working with children with autism since 2018. She began her ABA journey as a registered behavior technician before receiving her Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University and becoming a BCBA. Keri is currently pursuing a PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis at The Chicago School for Psychology. She is interested in helping increase the breadth of evidence-based practices, especially regarding high magnitude behavior reduction and extreme demand avoidance. Keri enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family in her free time.

Kynda Hass

Clinical Director of Colorado

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Kynda Hass is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). She holds a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Whitworth University, and earned a Master of Arts degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and a Graduate Certificate in Autism from Ball State University. Kynda has been working in the ABA field supporting children with autism and developmental disabilities since 2010, and loves seeing children grow and meet their goals. In her free time, Kynda enjoys reading, exploring her community, and spending time with her husband and children.

Yosef Glogauer

Digital Marketing Representative

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Yosef brings a seasoned perspective to creative projects as the Digital Marketing Representative for Illuminate ABA. With a BFA from Toronto Metropolitan University and a certification in TV and film essentials from NYU, his driving force is his passion for creativity. With expertise in graphic design, photography, videography, and sound design, Yosef has contributed to diverse projects, from theatrical productions to impactful charity and social media campaigns. In digital marketing, he specializes in SEO and PPC, orchestrating campaigns that amplify online visibility and deliver outstanding results. Eager to stay ahead in design trends and digital marketing intricacies, Yosef is a forward-thinking professional committed to delivering innovative solutions for Illuminate ABA’s success.

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Victoria Aprano

M.A., BCBA

Clinical Director of Florida

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Victoria Aprano is a licensed and certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Victoria had been working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with autism since 2015 in the home, schools, community, and center-based settings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University. Her professional interests include early intervention, language building, social skills training, and parent training. In her free time, Victoria enjoys traveling to new places, going to the gym, and crafting.

Max Lowy

Chief Executive Officer

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Scott Weissman

Director of Operations

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Miriam Abish

Director of Strategic Partnerships

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Jamie Lee McVeigh


M.A., BCBA

Director of Clinical Training

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Sydney Finkenbine

M.Ed., BCBA, LBA

Clinical Director of Michigan & Ohio

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Essie Card

Clinical Director of Texas

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Melissa Fraioli

Lead BCBA of New Jersey

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Victoria Aprano

M.A., BCBA

Clinical Director of Florida

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Victoria Aprano

M.A., BCBA

Clinical Director of
Florida

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Victoria Aprano is a licensed and certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Victoria had been working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with autism since 2015 in the home, schools, community, and center-based settings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University. Her professional interests include early intervention, language building, social skills training, and parent training. In her free time, Victoria enjoys traveling to new places, going to the gym, and crafting.

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