The People behind
the Purpose

Our team combines strong clinical expertise with lived experience to deliver care that is both effective and relatable. We operate with professionalism, empathy, and a shared commitment to helping clients feel supported and respected throughout their recovery.

Founder & CEO

Zac Clark

Zac is a multi-dimensional business executive with over a decade of professional experience in the behavioral health field. As Founder and CEO of Release Recovery and a founding board member of the Release Recovery Foundation, he is dedicated to providing comprehensive, innovative, and individualized care to those in need. His mantra is simple: “Keep going,” and he truly believes this is how people ultimately recover. Having started in direct client care and quickly advancing into senior leadership roles, Zac has developed a strong understanding of the many facets of the recovery industry. One of his favorite parts of the work is spending time with the clients and patients he cares deeply about, grounding his leadership in direct connection to the people the organization serves. His entrepreneurial work, paired with his commitment to high-quality care, continues to expand Release’s growth and impact.

Leadership

Zac Clark

Zac Clark

Founder & CEO
Matthew Stefanko

Matthew Stefanko

Chief Operating Officer
Michael A. McCormick, D.O.

Michael A. McCormick, D.O.

Chief Medical Officer
Laura Sorte

Laura Sorte

Vice President of Clinical Services
Stephen D’antonio

Stephen D’antonio

Vice President of Residential Care
Release Recovery_Team_Blake Porter

Blake Porter

Vice President of Business Development

HQ Staff

Becca Lahr

Becca Lahr

Partner Success Associate | Release U
Chris-Nagle

Chris Nagle

Director of Admissions
Creed McClellan

Creed McClellan

Admissions Manager
Grace Adams

Grace Adams

Director of Marketing
Hannah-Flynn

Hannah Flynn

Director of Business Operations & Strategy
Irving Montgomery

Irving Montgomery

Partner Success Manager | Release U
John_Kourtessis

John Kourtessis

Director of Operations & Facilities
Jordan Rabner

Jordan Rabner

Care Strategy & Analytics
Katie Stutts

Katie Stutts

Senior Software Engineer | Release U
Kim Colasuonno

Kim Colasuonno

Community Outreach Manager
Lauren Alvarez

Lauren Alvarez

Business Development & Clinical Outreach Manager
Marlaina Widmann

Marlaina Widmann

MPH, MS, MCHES Partner Success Associate | Release U
Moore Woltz

Moore Woltz

Admissions Manager
Nhya Gonzalez

Nhya Gonzalez

Marketing Associate
Noah Perkins

Noah Perkins

Software Engineer | Release U
Ross Peet

Ross Peet

Senior Director of Business Development
Soo Saxton

Soo Saxton

Community Manager | NYC Mens

Release Recovery Centers Staff

Peter Ceravino

Peter Ceravino

Primary Therapist, MHC-LP

New York Women's Program Staff

New York Men's Program Staff

Austin Program Staff

Assistance

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