The Arc Central Chesapeake Region (The Arc) is pleased to announce that José Ochoa will be joining the enterprise as the Vice President of Finance where he will lead the corporate finance division. José comes to The Arc at a pivotal moment as The Arc continues to strengthen its financial position and expand services throughout the region.

José possesses over 15 years of progressive leadership experience working in nonprofits and over a decade of experience in financial analysis, budget forecasting, and managing federal and state grants and contracts. Most recently, José served as the Vice President of Finance and Accounting at a very large nonprofit in Texas, where he played a pivotal role in increasing revenue.

“We are excited to welcome José to our Executive Leadership Team,” says Jonathon Rondeau, President & CEO of The Arc. “It is essential to have impactful leaders like José who are eager to innovate and explore what’s possible for the good of the people we support.”

As a strategic leader, José is well-versed in managing complex budgets and portfolios with multiple funding streams, as well as all aspects of corporate budgeting, business development, and cash flow management. Given The Arc’s record of exponential growth and increasingly complex portfolio of funding sources, Jose’s expertise, guidance, and leadership will have a profound impact on The Arc’s operations and future financial strength.

“I am deeply inspired by The Arc’s mission and vision, and it’s an honor to join an organization that aligns so closely with my values. I look forward to making a meaningful impact in the lives of the individuals and communities we serve,” says José.

José holds a Master’s of Commerce in finance and logistics from RMIT University Melbourne and a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Colombia.