Executive Director
We are proud to announce the appointment of Jodi Glass our new Executive Director, effective November 1, 2025.
Glass has been a dedicated leader within ASMV for more than seven years, most recently serving as Board President. She helped guide us through a period of transition, ensuring stability, transparency, and uninterrupted support for families. A co-founder of our signature Mahoning Valley Warrior fundraiser, Glass has also been directly involved in relaunching the Social Connections program and expanding Camp F.R.I.E.N.D. offerings for children, teens, and young adults.
As Executive Director, Glass will oversee ASMV’s programs, fundraising, and strategic partnerships across Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana counties. She will work closely with staff, the board, and volunteers to expand inclusive programming and deepen connections with local families.
“I am honored to continue serving ASMV in this new role,” Glass said. “The Autism community in the Mahoning Valley inspires me every day. I look forward to building on our strong foundation and ensuring that families have the resources, connections, and advocacy they need to thrive.”
A Family Affair
Every year, Jodi’s family works on creating the ASMV scarecrow for Mill Creek Park’s display in Fellows Riverside Gardens. Her husband, Dan, always steps up with his creativity and brings the ideas to life.
This year, they went a little abstract and built a sunflower masquerading as a scarecrow. Dan hand-painted every petal. The colors reflect the many colors in our organization’s logo, and the sunflower concept is meant to encourage those in the autism community should stand tall, grow, and be proud.
Check it out at Fellows Riverside Gardens along the Gardens Trail Loop. The scarecrows are also featured during the annual Pumpkin Walk on October 12, 2025.