James Maginot, a Chicago native, is the Assistant Executive Director for Bost Inc. He oversees statewide operations for our developmental disability and behavioral health programs throughout the statewide service area that Bost now serves. 

After receiving his Bachelor of Arts in Public and Community Services from Providence College in Rhode Island, James spent a number of years in the United States Peace Corps living and working in Africa. After returning stateside, he settled down in Northwest Arkansas where he owns an organic farm. He and his wife Jane have two rambunctious little ones, Seamus and Patrick. James has been involved in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities from a very young age. Having a sibling with a disability has given him a unique perspective into what it takes to provide quality services. James has worked as a direct care staff, coordinator, case manager, and regional waiver director. Prior to joining Bost in 2014, James managed the ICF program for a disability provider in NWA. James prides himself on his leadership and communication skills and has a strong commitment to providing effective and efficient services.

Trish Baumgartner is the director of the Children’s Services Program at Bost, Inc.  She coordinates and leads the Bost CES Wavier managers to assist individuals with disabilities on the CES Medicaid Waiver program.   

Trish began her career at Bost in 2002 as a Direct Support Professional. Trish went on to work as a Case Manager, Case Management Supervisor and later to Director.  Trish brings first-hand knowledge and extensive experience in the field of developmental and intellectual disabilities, specifically in regard to Waiver Services, to her job.  She is passionate about the work she does and the clients and families she serves.

Trish is married to William, both of whom are from the Paris, AR and reside in Ratcliff with their dog Jax.  Trish has one daughter, Johnnie Rene’ and a step son, Jeremy, who is diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, Microcephaly, Epilepsy and Scoliosis and is served by Bost.   Being a guardian of a special needs adult and having grown up as one of seven children, Trish has spent a lifetime working with people of different ages, abilities, and temperaments. She has always done this with a smile and a laugh, even through the most difficult of days. Trish’s extensive knowledge in the IDD field and waiver services, coupled with her leadership and communication skills, have helped her to thrive and grow in a vital role within Bost organization.  During her free time Trish enjoys cooking, grilling and spending time with her husband, family and friends.

Jonathan joined the Bost team as the Director of Property Management in February of 2015.  Jonathan received a B.S.in Organizational Leadership from the University of Arkansas Fort Smith and a Higher National Certificate in Golf Course Management from Elmwood College in Cupar, Scotland. Jonathan began his professional career in Golf Course Management and Construction. He has worked on a number of projects in Scotland and Arkansas ranging from landscaping maintenance to project construction and oversight. Prior to coming to Bost, Jonathan’s tenure was highlighted as the Assistant Director of Plant Operations – Grounds and Transportation at the University of Arkansas Fort Smith.

Lesa Fuller is an Administrator/Director of Clinical Services at Bost Inc. She is responsible for 3 ICF facilities, 2 in FortSmith and 1 in Booneville. She is originally from Booneville, AR, but has spent most of her life in Charleston, AR with her significant other and her pets (dogs and cats). Lesa has worked most of her life in the human services field and has held many different roles. She started out in direct care, moved to supervising positions, and is now a director. Lesa has worked at the Booneville Human Development Center twice, Conway Human Development Center, River Valley Health and Rehab, and Bost Inc. twice, with the longest time spent at Bost. She holds a Nursing Home Administrator’s license. Lesa’s free time is spent working in her yard, spending time with her closest friends and family, and going to yard sales/auctions to grow her different collections of items.

Jeanne has been with Bost, Inc. since August of 1999.  Beginning in the Fort Smith Skills Training Center, Jeanne has had many jobs and duties during her time at Bost, most notably Executive Assistant to Kent Jones for 12 years before stepping into the Director of Marketing & Fundraising position.  Jeanne is tasked with planning special events and marketing activities for the Agency.  Jeanne also is the Executive Director of Bost Foundation, Inc.

Jeanne has an amazing husband, Craig, 2 wonderful sons, James and Michael, 2 fantastic step-children, Miranda and Malachi, 3 beautiful grandchildren, Brayden, Briley, and Bentley, and one amazing Boston Terrier, Tucker.  In her spare time, Jeanne enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her family and friends. 

Rhonda Jones is the Director of ADC Services.  She is responsible for the Adult Development and Work DevelopmentCenters in Fort Smith and Dardanelle.  Originally from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma but, she spent most of her life in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  Rhonda began working at Bost, Inc. in 1991 in the Children’s Services Department.  She left in 1994 for a few years when her youngest daughter was born and returned in 1999 to work again in Children’s Services. During her career with Bost, Inc., she has served in various positions. She has been in her current position since 2012.

Rhonda currently lives in Greenwood, Arkansas. She is the mother of 4 children and she has 2 grandchildren.  Her hobbies are sewing, gardening and floral design. Rhonda enjoys assisting with Special Olympics, loves spending time with her grandchildren, working in the garden and attending church.

Verlyne Miller is the Director of Finance at Bost, Inc.. She has a degree in Accounting and Master of Business Administration. She gained broad financial experience with non-profit companies. She oversees, leads and manages Accounting, Payroll and Billing of Bost, Inc.. She holds herself responsible for timely presentation and reporting of historical financial information of Bost, Inc.. She is responsible and accountable for the agency’s finances including financial planning and management of financial risks, analysis of financial data, record keeping and financial reporting. Verlyne analyzes, reviews and reports financial data and performance. She is responsible for the preparation of budget, monitoring of revenue, expenses and other costs. She establish internal controls to safeguard the agency’s assets and financial resources.

Verlyne has various hobbies. She loves gardening and different kinds of arts and crafts. She moved to Barling, Arkansas from Los Angeles, California in 2007.

Tammy Predmore is a Director of Wavier Services in Fort Smith.   She joined Bost in 2015, moving from central Arkansas. The inception of Tammy’s passion for this population began back in high school when she became involved in Special Olympics. This introduction was the genesis of what captured her heart and motivated her to pursue a career in this field. While working her way through college at ATU, where she graduated in 2008 with a BS Degree in Parks and Recreation Administration emphasizing on Recreation Therapy, Tammy began her career working direct care.  She eventually moved into management where she gained vast experience by working in multiple areas including Recreation Therapy, Waiver Services, DDTCS, HUD and auditing.

Tammy has a tremendous passion for the consumers, staff and families she serves.  She actively works as an advocate for the IDD and mental health populations and looks forward to continuing efforts that affect the lives of everyone she works with, every day, in a positive way.

Kathy Weatherl has been an active leader in the field of developmental disabilities forover 30 years.  During her career she has worked for  nonprofit entities where she served in various capacities from  Direct Support Staff to managing agency programs.  In March of 2016 Kathy accepted a position at BOST as the Corporate Compliance Director.  Her responsibilities in this position include monitoring all services and supports for quality and continuous improvement, as well as assuring programs are operating within the scope of the state and federal regulations. She also oversees the Bost Training Department.

Kathy has serves as a national surveyor for the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) .  As a surveyor she works with organizations around the country to apply standards that promote quality, value, and optimal outcomes that center on enhancing the lives of the individuals being served by those organizations.

Kathy is a 1985 graduate of Arkansas Tech University with a degree in Rehabilitation Sciences.  She is also a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator.

Kathy is married to her husband Jim and they have 1 daughter, Jessica Jewell, who is a Special Education teacher in Ashdown Arkansas.  During her free time, Kathy’s favorite activity is spending time with her Granddaughter, Annabeth Jewell.  She also enjoys volunteering at various community organizations, and gardening.