Stacy Collins
Stacy Collins serves as the Assistant Deputy Director within the Division of Policy and Strategic Direction at the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities. Stacy is responsible for leading the Quality and Innovation team and in this role, she oversees initiatives aimed to ensure that Ohioans eligible for developmental disabilities services have increased opportunities to live, love, learn, work, and pursue their own life aspirations through state-of-the-art planning, innovative technology, and comprehensive supports that focus on their talents, interests, and skills.
Stacy holds a Master of Social Work degree, which has been instrumental in shaping a career centered around advocacy, support, and the continuous improvement of developmental disability services. Throughout a 21-year tenure in this field, Stacy has been committed to fostering environments where people with developmental disabilities can thrive, leading various projects that drive systemic change and promote best practices within the department. Stacy is passionate about championing policies and programs that prioritize quality care, inclusivity, and innovation, ensuring that the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities remains at the forefront of service excellence.