Dr. Thomas Pomeranz
Dr. Tom Pomeranz is a nationally recognized authority, trainer, clinician and consultant in the field of services for people with disabilities. Over the last fifty (50) years, he has conducted thousands of seminars and programs throughout the United States and Canada. Dr. Pomeranz received his Bachelor and Master of Science Degrees in Special Education and a Doctorate in Mental Health Administration from Indiana University, followed by post-graduate work from the University of Notre Dame in the area of experimental psychology. He is currently President and CEO of Universal LifeStiles. Dr. Pomeranz has held a variety of top-level administrative posts in community-based service organizations and three large state-operated facilities. He has also served as a Policy Fellow and Visiting Lecturer for Minot State University – North Dakota Center for Persons with Disabilities, a University Center of Excellence. Dr. Pomeranz is the creator of Universal Enhancement, which teaches strategies promoting community participation and supporting people to have a quality life. He has authored numerous articles in various professional publications and The Principles and Practices of Universal Enhancement. Dr. Pomeranz co-produced a seven-part staff training DVD series The Principles and Practices of Building Community with Tierra Del Sol.