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Message From the President
Dear Friend,
Thank you for your interest in Future Horizons. We appreciate your consideration. As a parent of a terrific young man with autism and as a past president of the Autism Society of America, I have a special interest in offering the very best information to family members and professionals. Watching my son Alex grow from a child who was thought to have a very limited abilities to a wonderful, self-sufficient man was an incredibly positive and fulfilling journey.
I and everyone who has ever known my wonderful son will treasure every smile, laugh, and thought he shared. A more perfect human has not walked this way before and may never again. I love you, Son.
In his lifetime, Alex experienced the freedom of independence and the contentment of understanding. I hope you have at least the same success with your child or student and that we can support your journey toward self-sufficiency, productivity, and happiness.
We hope you utilize all that we offer by:
- Exploring the many resources of this site, such as our conference calendar, the Find a Professional feature, our online store, and links to other helpful sites
- Requesting a free catalog and/or free poster featuring the 14 Signs of Autism
- Signing up on this site to become one of our “Special Friends” so you can receive information on new releases, upcoming events, and exclusive special offers
- Encouraging your local organization to become an affiliate so we many channel funds back into your community in support of your efforts
Please stay in touch with us. We are here for you. As you meet the challenges of autism or Asperger’s, always remember,
Keep Smiling!
R. Wayne Gilpin, President
About Future Horizons
Future Horizons was founded in 1996 in the belief that dissemination of information about autism and Asperger’s Syndrome through books, conferences, and other media would beneficially impact those who live and work with the condition, personally and professionally. Devoted entirely to supporting and fostering such works and programs, Future Horizons has grown to be a world leader in publications and conferences on autism and Asperger’s Syndrome.
Staff
R. Wayne Gilpin, President
Jennifer Gilpin, Vice President, Foreign Translations Coordinator, and Conference Coordinator
Anita Gazaway, Assistant Conference Coordinator and Graphic Designer/Webmaster
Teresa Corey, Conference Administration
Kelly Gilpin, Editorial Director
Erinn Martin, Editorial Assistant
Mary Lina Berndt, Editorial Assistant
Veronica Zysk, Managing Editor of Autism Asperger’s Digest Magazine
Sherri Barker, Book Exhibits & Advertising Coordinator
Lyn Dunsavage, Distributor Coordinator
Richard Baxter, CAT-kit Sales Representative
Annette Vick, Accreditation/Administration
Dave Reasor, CPA
Betty Varas, Customer Service Manager
Leah Rice, Customer Service Representative
Barbara Richardson, Customer Service Representative
Shelley Hines, Fulfillment Manager
Dennis Schoenwald, Fulfillment Assistant
Brad Masella, Fulfillment Assistant
Justin Brown, Fulfillment Assistant
Mike Ferman, Most Popular Employee
What Parents and Professionals Have to Say about Future Horizons
“I am the mother of an incredible young man with autism. Future Horizons resources have been a Godsend!”
Lisa Starnes, Parent
“I manage a library of books and videos on autism for parents and professionals. Future Horizons resources are the backbone our collection!”
Laurie Snyder, Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT)
“I am proud to be associated with Future Horizons!”
Dr. Temple Grandin, author, speaker, and self-advocate
“I've learned so much about autism and Asperger's from Future Horizons! What wonderful resources!”
David Brown, Henderson, NV
“Future Horizons has enabled many families to find information about their child's disability, dispelling so many myths which could potentially hold the child back from a bright outcome.”
Sheila Wagner, M.Ed., Assistant Director of the Emory Autism Center
“One of the best things about publishing with Future Horizons is that you become part of a family.... not just the Gilpin family, but the whole company! When you publish a book about autism or Asperger's syndrome, you know that they have a personal interest in this topic, just like you do!”
Rebecca Moyes, author of I Need Help with School
“Future Horizons is truly a world leader on educating people to understand and help those on the autism spectrum. I have learned much from Future's wonderful products, conferences, and conference speakers!”
Polly A. McGlew, Managing Director of Sensory Resources LLC, Las Vegas, NV
“Future Horizons to me is like a family of kind and caring people who will
always do their best to be helpful.”
Nick Martin, author Strengthening Relationships When Our Children Have Special Needs
"When teaching students on the spectrum (before it was a spectrum), and even now with all we know, the best advice has always been the first quote: ‘Sometimes you have to take the leap and build your wings on the way down.’ I still follow it today.
“And when I thought I had some good stories for a book about teaching students on the spectrum but was still reluctant I followed his second quote: ‘Follow your dreams, they know the way.’ And the way led me right to Future Horizons’ doorstep.”
Jim Yerman, author of So You Want To Be a Special Education Teacher
"Future Horizons is a wonderful source of information for parents and professionals. Their books and workshops provide boatloads of practical information. Their can-do attitude is a real boost to parents and teachers who are becoming discouraged.”
Teresa Bolick, author of Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence
“Future Horizons is the place I turn to when I need printed information on autism spectrum disorders. It is also the first place I refer parents or professionals to. It's the best resource out there when looking for anything on autism spectrum disorders.”
Jim Ball, author of Early Intervention and Autism
“Future Horizons is the only publisher we know that is more like a big family; of authors, parents, and everyone else. It is a lot easier to come up with new ideas in such a supportive atmosphere.”
Jerry and Mary Newport, authors and individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome
“Future Horizons has a great big mission and a great big heart, dedicated to bringing current and affordable information to everyone that cares for people with autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. It's the ‘go-to’ resource for individuals with ASD and their parents, teachers, and therapists, whether they are new learners or experienced specialists.”
Carol Kranowitz, M.A., author, The Out-of-Sync Child and co-author, Answers to Questions Teachers Ask about Sensory Integration
“I rely on the carefully chosen choices of books, materials, and conferences by Future Horizons. There is so much out there now, about autism ... some good and some not so good. I appreciate that Future Horizons’ expertise carefully identifies and disseminates quality, innovation, and solid support for parents, professionals, and individuals with ASD. Thank you, Future Horizons, for being a leader.”
Catherine Faherty, Psyhoeducational Therapist/Trainer, Asheville TEACCH Center
“Long before autism made headlines, Future Horizons was there, giving voice to authors and hope, information, and inspiration to parents and professionals. They occupy a truly unique spot on the spectrum, just like the thousands of children who benefit from their vision and advocacy.”
Ellen Notbohm, award-winning author of the Ten Things series
“Wayne and Jennifer Gilpin and the rest of the crew at Future Horizons have been like an extended family to me since Future Horizons published Navigating the Social World in 2002. They are professional, caring, and committed to bringing the best information available in the field of autism to the public. Keep up the good work!”
Jeanie McAfee, M.D., author of Navigating the Social World
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