Board of Directors
Name and Credentials:
J. Mark Baiada
Title:
Chair, BAYADA Home Health Care
Education:
BA in Marketing, Rutgers University
MBA, Rutgers University
Other Board Affiliations:
Gatti-Morrison Construction Services
Cornerstone Bank
India Home Health Services
Prior Board Affiliations:
Drexel University College of Medicine
Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations Home Care Advisory Board
Loyola University Maryland
University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing Board of Overseers
Professional Experience:
Mark Baiada founded BAYADA Home Health Care in 1975 with the mission to help people have a safe home life
with comfort, independence, and dignity. More than four decades later, BAYADA has grown to be a global
leader in home health care serving clients from more than 360 offices in 23 states and with locations in
Canada, Germany, India, Ireland, Germany, New Zealand, South Korea, and the United Kingdom.
Through the generosity of Mark and his family, BAYADA Home Health Care transitioned into a non profit
organization. Mark’s role as board chair is focused on ensuring that BAYADA will never be sold and its
mission, vision, values, and beliefs, codified in The BAYADA Way, will endure
for generations to come.
Prior to BAYADA, Mark was employed by American Thread Company and Avon Products in the early 1970s. Together
with his wife Ann, Mr. Baiada is committed to a number of charitable causes. They credit their shared
humanitarian efforts to the values learned from their parents and such role models as Benjamin Franklin,
Andrew Carnegie, and St. Francis of Assisi.
Prior experience with BAYADA:
Founder, President, and CEO, BAYADA Home Health Care
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
“I will devote my time to helping make The BAYADA Way come true for millions of
people around the world.”
Name and Credentials:
Paul Melan “Mel” Baiada
Title:
Managing Partner, BaseCamp Ventures
Education:
BSEE in Computers and Control Theory, Drexel University
MSEE in Communications, Drexel University
Affiliations:
Laurence A. Baiada Institute for Entrepreneurship in Technology (Drexel University)
Other Board Affiliations:
Chair, BAYADA Home Care
Drexel University Online
CoreDial
Ionfield Systems
Prior Board Affiliations
Drexel University
Moorestown Friends School
Past Chair, New Jersey Technology Council
NJ Technology Council Venture Capital Fund Investment Committee
Past Chair, South Jersey Technology Park at Rowan University
over ten startups and small businesses
Professional Experience:
Mel Baiada is Founder (2000) and Managing Partner of BaseCamp Ventures, a capital investment firm whose goal
is to help grow successful technology companies. In this role, Mr. Baiada has started companies, raised
capital, hired staff, gone to market, and grown enterprises. Operating and investing in these successful
product- and service-based companies has given Mel a broad and seasoned business perspective.
Previously, Mel was the Founder and CEO of Bluestone Software, Inc., a technology company that provided
software products and solutions to Fortune 1000 companies and government organizations. Following Bluestone
Software’s IPO and sale to Hewlett-Packard, Mr. Baiada continued to run the sister company he founded,
Bluestone Consulting, for several years until its sale.
Prior experience with BAYADA:
Mel has been a trusted personal and professional advisor to Mark Baiada since Mark founded BAYADA in 1975.
He currently serves as Board Chair for BAYADA Home Care in Hawaii and is active with BAYADA’s international
initiatives.
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
“It is an honor to be a Trustee of BAYADA and a steward of The BAYADA Way—two
roles I take seriously. Hopefully, my life experiences and learning mindset will give me the wisdom and good
judgment to add value as we strive to help millions of people worldwide in the comfort of their homes.”
Name and Credentials:
Enrico J. Ballezzi, CPA
Title:
Senior Director, HBK, CPAs
Education:
BS in Business Administration, Drexel University
Affiliations:
Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Member, New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants
Past President, various professional organizations
Past Adjunct Professor, Drexel University MBA Program
Other Board Affiliations:
BAYADA Home Care
Professional Experience:
Mr. Ballezzi was the founder and managing partner of Ballezzi & Associates, CPAs, which was located
originally in Philadelphia, PA. Ballezzi & Associates subsequently merged with HBK, CPAs in 2013.
With over 40 years of CPA experience, Ric is a seasoned financial professional who advises on all matters of
taxation, finance, business growth, and entrepreneurial financial support. He has devoted countless hours to
the provision of financial stewardship to growth companies as their outsourced CFO.
Prior experience with BAYADA:
As Mark Baiada began work on his original business plan, he engaged Mr. Ballezzi to help him form BAYADA
Home Health Care in 1975. Ric has continued to support BAYADA's growth and sustainability since that time.
He currently serves on the Board of BAYADA Home Care (Hawaii).
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
“While working with Mark Baiada for over 40 years, I have seen how The BAYADA
Way has influenced the organization and has helped it provide such outstanding, caring service at
every level. My goal is to play my part in ensuring that these guiding principles are carried on by future
generations of the BAYADA team.”
Name and Credentials:
Teresa S. Carroll
Title:
Founder and Principal Consultant, Three Data Points
Education:
BS in Industrial Engineering, Kettering University
MBA, University of Michigan
Affiliations:
Pro Unlimited Board Member
Zovio Board Member
The Conference Board’s Labor Market Institute Advisory Board Member
Committee of 200 - National Women’s Leadership Group
Women Corporate Directors
Honors:
Named to the Staffing 100 List for seven consecutive years
Named to the Global Power 100 Top Women in Staffing List for four consecutive years
Named to the Staffing Industry Hall of Fame
Professional Experience:
With more than 30 years of experience managing operations, product development, and human resources, she leads Three Data Points as a trusted advisor to C-level executives and company boards seeking guidance in an evolving workforce and labor market.
Teresa is a former President of Kelly Services, Inc and Oasis | a Paychex Company.
Prior experience with BAYADA:
Teresa worked as a competitor and colleague in the staffing, outsourcing, and business consulting practice
industry.
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
“With experience in understanding labor markets, demographic shifts, and the future of work, I plan to work
collaboratively with my colleagues to shape a future that supports The BAYADA Way for all shareholders.”
Name and Credentials:
Thomas Considine, Esq.
Title:
CEO, National Council of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL)
Education:
JD, Seton Hall University School of Law
BS in Business Administration, Seton Hall University
Affiliations:
Gravilaur Solutions, LLC
Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) Health Group
Other Board Affiliations:
American Property Insurance Company
Lincoln 1st Bank
VNA Health Group
Professional Experience:
The Honorable Thomas Considine is an insurance and health care executive and former commissioner of the New
Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance, with a broad understanding of managed care and business issues
from financial, legal, and regulatory perspectives. Tom is currently chief executive of NCOIL and a
principal of Gravilaur Solutions, an organization that consults clients such as business associations,
health plans, hospital systems, and insurance companies.
Prior experience with BAYADA:
Prior to Gravilaur, Tom was CEO of Meadowlands Hospital Medical Center and worked for MagnaCare (COO) and
MetLife (VP and Government Relations Counsel).
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
“As the son of a visiting nurse, I’ve seen firsthand that there is no substitute for compassionate,
excellent, one-on-one health care. I’m excited to apply my professional experience to help shape BAYADA’s
future, because I’ve come to believe that high-quality home health care is a key, perhaps the key, to
getting a handle on spiraling health care costs.”
Name and Credentials:
Brian R. Ford
Title:
CEO, Persil Mangeur LLC
Education:
BASc in Economics and Accounting,
Rutgers Business School
Affiliations:
Clearway Energy
Drexel University
Franklin Square
Board Affiliations:
Merion Golf Club
Methodist Church
Royal Poinciana Golf Club
Union League of Philadelphia
Professional Experience:
Brian Ford’s business career as a practicing certified public accountant spanned 38 years, serving and
leading a variety of organizations of all sizes. Today, Brian continues as a member of several public and
private boards of directors and as chief executive of Persil Mangeur. His professional leadership roles have
included CEO of Washington Philadelphia Partners, president of US National Telecom, and partner at Ernst &
Young LLP.
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
“I am a strong proponent of sustainability of mission. I believe in BAYADA’s mission and the importance of
home health care, and I like to help organizations maintain a strong foundation and lasting culture, so they
have the agility and financial strength it takes to lead in a constantly changing world.”
Name and Credentials:
Gavin Kerr
Title:
CEO Mentor, Building Champions
Education:
BA in Economics, Colgate University
MDiv in Counseling, Princeton Theological Seminary
Affiliations:
Founder, Ryan's Case for Smiles
Editor, copingspace.org
Other Board Affiliations:
The Beck Institute
Ryan’s Case for Smiles
Professional Experience:
Gavin Kerr is a CEO Mentor with Building Champions known for his strategic insight, ability to achieve
results, and proven success in enhancing organizational health and productivity. In his role, Gavin helps
his clients and their organizations find meaning, purpose, and a path to success in their work. He believes
a leader's primary job is to connect people to their purpose, empower them to do worthwhile work, and lead
them in achieving their goals.
Prior to joining Building Champions, Gavin served as the President and CEO of the Inglis Foundation. He also
has worked as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Children’s Hospital of
Philadelphia and was the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mercy Health System.
Gavin's particular areas of expertise are health care, leadership development, and strategic planning. Gavin
and his wife Cindy are involved in a number of non-profit organizations that provide resources to care for
and support parents and children dealing with serious illness.
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
“BAYADA is all about people—the people we serve and those who serve them. As a Board member, I have the
privilege of serving both by ensuring that our mission is clear, that The BAYADA
Way is central to all we do, and that our organization enables our staff to bring their best to the
families and communities we serve.”
Name and Credentials:
Thomas J. Saporito, EdD
Title:
Executive Chair, RHR International
Education:
Ed.D in Psychology, State University of New York at Albany
Affiliations:
National Association of Corporate Directors
Other Board Affiliations:
RHR International LLP
Mobley Group Pacific
Merakey
Professional Experience:
Dr. Saporito leads a premier firm of management psychologists and consultants specializing in governance and
top management leadership. They are a global enterprise with an international workforce and a network of
offices throughout the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia.
Prior experience with BAYADA:
Tom has served as a trusted advisor and consultant with BAYADA Home Health Care for almost 25 years,
focusing on executive leadership and development, team alignment, CEO succession, and Board
effectiveness.
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
“I am excited to bring my experience in developing top management leadership and board effectiveness to
helping BAYADA grow its business and fulfill its extraordinary mission.”
Name and Credentials:
Shirlee Sharkey, CHE, MHSc, BSN, LLD (honorary)
Title:
President and CEO, SE Health
Education:
MHSc in Health, Health Care Administration, and Management, University of Toronto
BSc in Nursing, University of Windsor
Affiliations:
University of Toronto Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing
Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation
Other Board Affiliations:
Canadian Frailty Network
Chair, Excellence Canada
University Health Network
Prior Board Affiliations:
Past President, Canadian Home Care Association
Past President, Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario
Professional Experience:
As a registered nurse and longstanding CEO of the social enterprise SE Health, Shirlee Sharkey has dedicated
her career to impacting how people live and age at home. Under her leadership, the non-profit family of
companies has enjoyed exponential growth and diversification into many care settings and has facilitated
transformative solutions in areas such as indigenous health, end-of-life care, and caregiver wellness and
support.
Shirlee is an appointed Healthcare DENMARK ambassador and member of the Premier’s Council on Improving
Healthcare and Ending Hallway Medicine. She is widely published and a global speaker on health system
insights and social innovations.
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
“To me, the starting point for any endeavor is all about people and how we can impact and improve their
lives. I’m committed to social enterprises and the entrepreneurial role they can play in tackling tough
problems and finding new solutions to deliver excellence in care. Looking forward to bringing this
perspective to the BAYADA Board and working together to help shape the extraordinary future of health at
home.”
Name and Credentials:
Winselow Tucker
Title:
Senior Vice President, Intercontinental Region, Bristol Myers Squibb
Affiliations:
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Other Board Affiliations:
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society NJ Board Trustee
Professional Experience:
Winselow Tucker is the Senior Vice President, Intercontinental, at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS). He is
passionate about delivering innovative pharmaceutical products to patients suffering from serious and rare
diseases such as cancer. Winselow has 20 years of pharmaceutical and biotech experience delivering strong
business results and successfully launching new products.
In his current role, Winselow oversees a diverse and dynamic multi-national region, with responsibilities
for 70+ countries across five continents, including China, Asia, Australia, Central & Eastern Europe, Latin
America, Brazil, and the Middle East.
Before becoming the head of Intercontinental in January 2022, Winselow was the general manager of the BMS US
Hematology business. Before joining BMS, Winselow was general manager, Canada, for Novartis Oncology and
prior to this role, he held senior positions in Global Marketing at Novartis Oncology including vice
president of the Breast Cancer franchise and Interim head global marketing.
How I plan to help shape BAYADA's future:
I am passionate about delivering new products to improve the lives of patients. In my over 20 years in the
health care industry, I have experienced the significant positive impact quality healthy care has on not
just patients but their families, loved ones, and communities. I personally connect with The BAYADA Way and
I commit to use my experience in general management and health care to contribute to the efforts of my
fellow trustees in making The BAYADA Way a reality for more patients and families.