About Community Training Connection
About Community Training Connection
Since 1993, Community Training Connection has been a trusted resource for those in the business of caring for others.
Our instructors and consultants bring decades of knowledge and experience in long-term care to an engaging and interactive learning environment. The goal of our approach to instruction is to provide practical training that prepares our clients for the challenges inherent in caregiving. About Community Training Connection
At Community Training Connection, exceptional training is paired with an outstanding client experience. Our knowledgeable team supports clients in understanding requirements and maximizing training benefits.
Our consultants are also available to help navigate the complex world of the caregiving industry. We can guide you through everything from getting a business started, to meeting licensing requirements, to maintaining an effective team of staff members.
If you’re in the business of caring for others, we’re here for you.
Meet the Team!
We’re here for you! Meet our team, ready to help you give the best care you can give!
Rhonda Mayer
Founder
In 1993, Rhonda Mayer left a great job with a great benefits plan to develop a business that used her management and presentation skills and allowed more time with her children.
Her model in the training world is Thiagi (aka Sivasailam Thiagarajan, Ph. D.) whose philosophy is “to take serious things lightly and to take light things seriously.” She is committed to keeping the process of learning fun.
She enjoys theater, walking on the beach, raising funds for Alzheimer’s research, and great sunsets (oh wait, this sounds like an online dating profile, doesn’t it?). While she has lived in CA for over 30 years, she still roots for the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Browns and has that twangy “A” sound when she says words like fax and party. About Community Training Connection
Reach Rhonda at [email protected]
Paula Peterson
Instructor/Consultant
Paula was born and raised and still currently lives in Los Angeles. She has worked as an administrator to three ARF homes for the last 30 years. What she loved most was working with residents and being part of their family over three decades.
She loved the work, and has decided it’s time to change things up! Now she’s with CTC and is thrilled to be here–and we’re thrilled to have her.
Paula’s a social butterfly sparking discussions at dinner parties or in grocery lines. She adores cycling, painting, sewing, traveling, bowling, critiquing movies, pizza nights, mingling, and hiking! Give her the choice between walking on the beach or hiking up a mountain and the mountain wins every time.
Reach Paula at [email protected]
Dana Anderson
Instructor/Consultant
Dana Landry Anderson has been working with seniors and in long-term care facilities since 2007. With a Master’s of Science from UC Davis School of Gerontology, she’s a Certified Dementia Practitioner and trainer.
Dana ardently advocates for seniors and stays updated on cutting-edge long-term care and dementia practices. Her diverse interests span yoga, snowboarding, art (she’s a part-time docent at the Getty Center), and lifelong learning.
Reach Dana at [email protected]
Sharon Gibson
Vice President, Projects
Sharon worked as a chemist in the Environmental Chemistry industry for 10 years before leaving to be a stay-at-home mom. After raising her daughter, she rejoined the workforce and is now situated with Community Training Connection. She operates backstage, managing technical support, class scheduling, and recording voiceovers for online courses.
Away from work, Sharon enjoys the Arts – attending theatre and occasionally performing on local stages. She also loves quilting, and her newest interest, jewelry making.
Reach Sharon at [email protected]
Hannah Wright
Vice President, Operations
Hannah, as the Vice President of Operations at Community Training Connection, spearheads course development for an enriching learning experience. Committed to delivering reliable resources, she particularly excels in demanding fields like long-term care.
Though rooted in early childhood development professionally, Hannah embraces learning as an ongoing process that enriches lives at every stage. This is evident in her dedication to ensuring that Community Training Connection produces high-quality courses and products.
In her free time, Hannah relishes outdoor activities, cherishes moments with her family (pets included), and indulges her passion for knitting. About Community Training Connection
Reach Hannah at [email protected]
Kim Edwards
Senior Customer Success Assistant
Kim Edwards is the Customer Success Assistant with Community Training Connection where she assists students in a variety of ways, whether it be registering our students for classes, assisting with class information, or providing general support for our team. If you are lucky enough to take one of our classes through Zoom, you might get to hear her tell jokes between classes!
When not assisting our clients, Kim loves to be at home cuddling with her four cats either playing video games, cooking, baking, or enjoying the sweet silence that her cats allow her to have… Some say that last one never actually happens.
Reach Kim at [email protected]
Niccolo Rolim
Customer Success Assistant
Niccolo is a Customer Success Assistant with Community Training Connection where he assists students with class registration, class information, and provides general support for our team. Nick is deeply motivated by his passion for helping others and thrives in a strong team environment.
When away from work, Nick enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, and playing videogames. His lifelong passions consist of filmmaking and screenwriting. About Community Training Connection
Reach Nick at [email protected]
Vivian Gibson-Elias
Marketing Coordinator
Has a BA in Psychology from California Lutheran University and worked as a job coach for adults with developmental disabilities before branching out to build her own business as a life coach. She trained with the Academy of Creative Coaching and is currently accruing hours for her Professional Coaching Credential from the International Coaching Federation.
To keep even more busy, she joined the Community Training Connection team to manage their social media accounts. She relishes her team role and takes immense pride in Community Training Connection’s work.
She enjoys performing in theatre, playing Dungeons & Dragons, visiting aquariums and museums, and spoiling her dog absolutely rotten.
Reach Vivian at [email protected]
