Dr. Joseph A. Aniello is President & CEO of United Cerebral Palsy of Southeast Chapters, including Florida, Georgia and South Carolina, and has served the United Cerebral Palsy organization for over 30 years. Throughout his career he has been recognized for his commitment and strong leadership. In addition, He has received numerous awards including the following: Kathleen Maul National Leadership Award, United Cerebral Palsy National Quality Management Award, Florida Association of Rehab Facilities Michael Goodman Leadership Award, and United Cerebral Palsy of Florida Peter Halpin Award for Leadership.
In 1983, Dr. Aniello earned his doctorate in Administration and Supervision from the University of Florida. Dr. Aniello’s commitment to advancing the quality of life for all citizens is reflected in his participation in various boards and community organizations throughout the state of Florida. Dr. Aniello is a member of Georgia Health Care Mutual Captive Insurance Company, the District Human Rights Advocacy Committee, St. Andrew’s Elementary School Board of Education, Council for Exceptional Children, Dade County Advisory Board for Transportation of Elderly unhandicapped, Dade County Advisory Committee for Services to the Latin Community, and American Association on Mental Deficiencies.
He serves as Chairman for the District Bill of Rights for Retarded Community, Community Committee for the Developmentally Handicapped and Retarded, Florida Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, National Executive Director’s Committee, United Cerebral Palsy Association of America, Florida Supported Employment Advisory Committee and is the Vice Chair Governor’s Council on Development al Disabilities. Currently, he serves as the Chair for the Florida Insurance Trust.
