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February 10, 2006

NCADD BOARD SELECTS ROBERT J. LINDSEY NEW PRESIDENT NEW YORK, NY - The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert J. Lindsey, M.Ed., CEAP, as NCADD President, effective February 4, 2006. Mr. Lindsey has been in the forefront of the alcoholism and addiction recovery services community for over 30 years as an employee assistance professional, Director of Community Relations for the Betty Ford Center, and Executive Director of a state and a local NCADD Affiliate. Mr. Lindsey holds a B.A. in Psychology, a Masters of Science in Education from St. Bonaventure University in New York, and is a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP). "With his broad knowledge of NCADD and our mission, Bob will have an immediate positive impact on the organization," noted NCADD board chair, David Lewis, MD. "We are enthusiastic about our selection and look forward to the leadership Bob brings to NCADD as our President." The NCADD network includes a national office in New York and 90 Affiliate offices across the country. Affiliates offer an array of programs and services in their communities including information and referral, community-based prevention, education and advocacy on behalf of people affected by alcoholism and addiction. "It's a real honor to have been given this opportunity," declared Mr. Lindsey. "I am extremely excited for the future of NCADD, our Affiliates, and for the future of our field. NCADD has a proud history and legacy, bringing hope and help to millions over the past sixty years, while playing a critical role in the growth and development of our field. NCADD's role and mission are as critical today as they were when NCADD was founded by Marty Mann in 1944." "Bob Lindsey has worked closely with NCADD in the past," said Mrs. Adele Smithers-Fornaci, immediate past chair of the NCADD Board of Directors and longtime advocate in the field. "The organization is now poised to forge ahead with a number of exciting initiatives in education and prevention, and Bob's knowledge and expertise will be a tremendous asset as we move forward." As Executive Director of the New York State Council on Alcoholism and Other Drug Addictions, Inc. (NYSCADA), Mr. Lindsey coordinated the development of 12 new local councils and established the New York State Clearinghouse on Alcohol Information which included a film/video lending library and the production, sale and distribution of educational literature. While heading the Allegany County Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Inc. (ACCASA), Mr. Lindsey was responsible for strategic planning, supervision, program development, community organization, and over the span of his tenure the Affiliate grew into one of the most funded programs, per capita, in the State of New York. At the Betty Ford Center, Mr. Lindsey developed and coordinated three "Recovery Day for Women" conferences in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Orange County which averaged 740 attendees. Attendees said the program was, "empowering, reinforcing, rewarding, fulfilling, inspirational, energizing, rejuvenating, informative, exciting and positive." Mr. Lindsey succeeds Stacia Murphy, who has served as NCADD President since 1999. ### As the oldest advocacy organization in the United States addressing alcoholism and drug dependence, NCADD works at the national level on policy issues related to barriers in education, prevention and treatment for alcoholics and other drug dependent persons and their families. With a nationwide network of Affiliates, NCADD provides education, information, help and hope to the public. For more information, visit: www.ncadd.org. ROBERT J. LINDSEY, M.ED., CEAP PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS o LONGVIEW ASSOCIATES, INC. Vice President White Plains, NY 1994 - 2005 Responsible for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) marketing and new business development (grew from 50 accounts to 115), account management, supervisor/employee training, organizational development, management consultation to Human Resources and managers, as well as, direct client services to employees and their family. Account Manager for Calvin Klein. Lehman Brothers, Fuji Photo, WTNH-TV, Kawasaki Rail Car, Handy & Harman, DIME Savings Bank, Fuji Medical Systems, Ampacet and numerous school districts and healthcare facilities. o BETTY FORD CENTER Eisenhower Medical Center Director of Community Relations Rancho Mirage, CA 1990-1994 Administration, coordination and supervision of Community Relations Department including public relations and marketing, conferences and special events, speakers bureau, community spokesperson, as well as supervision of volunteer service program. o NEW YORK STATE COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND OTHER DRUG ADDICTIONS, INC. (NYSCADA) Executive Director Albany, NY 1982-1990 Management and supervision of statewide NCADD affiliate, including board relations, strategic planning, budget development, financial management, program/organizational development, public speaking, membership, training, lobbyist and consultant to local, regional, state and national organizations. Coordinated the establishment of 12 new local councils, including coordination, chairing Founders Committee meetings, incorporation, development of funding proposals and board orientation. Established New York State Clearinghouse on Alcohol Information which included film/video lending library and production, sale and distribution of educational literature. o SPOFFORD HALL- A Mediplex Facility Unit Manager and Therapist Spofford, NH 1980-1982 Responsible for management and supervision of a 16 bed unit in 125 bed, private for profit, alcohol and drug addiction hospital, including clinical supervision, development and presentation of patient lectures as well as individual, group & family counseling. o ALLEGANY COUNTY COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE, INC. (ACCASA) Executive Director Wellsville, NY 1975-1980 Management and supervision of NCADD affiliate, including strategic planning, program development, community organization, grant writing, supervision, public speaking, public relations, board development and liaison to local, regional, state and national organization. ACCASA became one of the most funded programs, per capita, in the state. EDUCATION M.Ed. - Masters of Science in Education ........ St. Bonaventure University, NY Guidance and Personnel Counseling (specialization in Community Mental Health) B.A. - Psychology (Cum Laude) ........ St. Bonaventure University, NY PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS Employee Assistance Professionals Association (EAPA) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Chairman of the Board - St. Joseph's Rehabilitation Center, Inc. - Saranac Lake, NY

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