Brandon joined Orion in 2011 and was elevated from COO to CEO in 2020. A graduate of the University of Arizona with degrees in Political Science and Philosophy, he has significant residential experience as a direct caregiver, facility manager, and program coordinator.

Brandon has made expanding access to care for marginalized and vulnerable communities a pillar of Orion & #39s operations, and he works closely with service recipients, healthcare providers, social service organizations, and government agencies to improve the system’s capacity to meet their needs. Through our Orion Cares program, Brandon encourages employees to nominate local charitable groups to receive $1,000 dollar donations each month.

Brandon enjoys hiking with his family and competitive long-distance running. He’s a member of the Arizona Public Health Association and was a research abstract reviewer for the American Public Health Association’s 150th Anniversary Conference in 2022. He has been featured in publications and media including Yahoo Finance, Marketwatch, and AZCentral. Brandon has been honored for his contributions to the Arizona healthcare system and in 2022 was named a Most Admired Leader by the Phoenix Business Journal.

Deanna joined Orion in 2021. A native of Arizona, she enlisted in the United States Navy after high school and was able to travel the world as a Cryptology Technician Operator specializing in submarine/satellite communications, with notable stops in Naples Italy, Terecia Island Azores and Winter Harbor, Maine, before returning to her hometown. Deanna graduated from Arizona State University with bachelors’ and master’s degrees in Social Work, and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She began her social work career working with children with autism, and has worked in foster care, private practice, and residential settings over the last 15 years. Her favorite part of her work is the uniqueness of each client it has been her privilege to work with and get to know. She thrives on instilling a deep sense of dignity and respect in all those she serves. Deanna loves to spend time with her two adult sons who bring much joy and laughter into her life. In her spare time, Deanna is a rabid Reba McEntire fan and enjoys reading and swimming.

Doug joined Orion in 2019. Born in Terre Haute, Indiana, Doug was raised with 12 brothers and sisters in a household that valued religion, sports and music. Doug earned an athletic scholarship to play basketball and high jump for the track & field team at Arkansas State University, where he majored in social work. Doug received All-American honors in track & field and was invited to the 1984 US Olympic trials for high jump. Doug later played professional basketball for 6 years in various countries in South America and Europe. Doug was inducted into the Arkansas State University Hall of Honor in 2013. His college studies, and his experiences living in other countries and cultures, led Doug to a career in social work. He has worked in various settings over the last 36 years, including children’s group homes, case management for SMI adults, juvenile corrections, inpatient psychiatric units, and the Arizona State Hospital. Doug also served as a therapeutic foster parent for many years. Doug thrives on making a difference in the lives of people struggling with physical disabilities or mental illness. Doug currently has 36 years of experience working in the field and has loved every minute of it!