Julie Richards, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA and Karen Machay, MS, MEd, BCBA, LBA, NLC’s Directors and owners, have been a driving force in Las Vegas special education for a combined 30+ years. Their passion for an inclusive developmental education system led them to continue their education/training, earning Master in Education degrees and becoming Licensed Behavioral Analysts / Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
As teachers, they saw a critical need for developing personal and vocational social skills outside of what the local educational system could offer. This need is what birthed Next Level Connections. They wanted to create a resource that could close the gap between the classroom and the real world.
Next Level Connections was born from Julie and Karen's recognition of a significant gap in social skills support within the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) framework. Understanding the vital role social skills play in individuals' lives, they created a specialized platform to integrate ABA principles into programs addressing this need. Their vision and expertise established Next Level Connections as a trusted resource, empowering individuals to thrive socially through tailored support and meaningful connections.
