Our Associates
Come read about our team's journey and where they are working now...
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Ashlynn
Ashlynn joined the S.N.C. team to support her sister Kayla. She was able to gain the necessary skills to be promoted to a Lead position. Which also supports her skills needed at Applebee's where she works as a busser now.
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Richard
Richard first started working as a therapist with our sister company Behavioral Autism Therapy. He wanted to pursue more opportunities for growth. Therefore he decided to joined the S.N.C. team as a Lead where he was able to gain the work experience to land him a position working as a paraeducator / behavioral aide in the schools.
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Gina
Gina has been part of the Special Needz Coffee family for five years, and her journey is a true example of growth and leadership. Through dedication and hard work, she worked her way up to become a Lead Barista, where she plays a key role in supporting our baristas.
Outside of SNC, Gina has been happily married for four years. When she’s off the clock, you’ll likely find her doing what she loves most: rocking out at heavy metal concerts with her husband 🤘🎶. Her passion, leadership, and authenticity make her someone we’re incredibly proud to have on our team.
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Steven
Steven has been part of the Special Needz Coffee family for five years. As an individual with autism, he brings consistency, focus, and positivity to every shift and is known as one of our strongest cashiers, always providing friendly and accurate service.
Outside of work, Steven enjoys drawing, arts and crafts, playing the piano, and spending time with his dog, Lalo. His favorite drink at SNC is the Psychosis, a chocolate banana latte he loves. We’re proud of Steven’s dedication and the joy he brings to our team every day. 💙☕
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Zachary
Zachary first joined around the SNC team at the end of 2020 and worked his way up from being a cashier to a barista and then becoming a lead. Zachary has been continuing to work hard to help motivate and encourage his associates.
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Ricky
Ricky has been a valued associate at Special Needz Coffee for the past two years. As an individual with autism, Ricky brings dedication, focus, and a positive spirit to our team each day. Through his time at SNC, he has continued to grow both personally and professionally, building confidence and real-world job skills in a supportive environment.
In addition to his work with us, Ricky is currently pursuing his education at Chaffey College. We are incredibly proud of his commitment to learning, independence, and personal growth. Ricky’s journey reflects our mission—to create meaningful employment opportunities and support long-term success for individuals with disabilities.