Leadership Team
Executive Director
Tara Bevington
Tara started with the organization as our Controller in 2010 and was chosen as our Executive Director in 2014. She received her BA in Accounting and has 20 years experience in finance and human resources. She has a genuine passion for the organization’s mission and empathy, which is demonstrated by her dedication and determination to ensure all students, at need, have access to Second Start’s nationally and internationally recognized programs!
tarab@secondstart.org
(408) 979-8210 #152
Northern Nevada Newton Learning Center Site Manager
Rebecca “RJ” Larrieu
Rebecca Larrieu has ten years of amazing success with Second Start working with and creating nationally recognized education programs.
rebeccaj@secondstart.org
(775) 358-0808
Director of Educational Programs
Greg Zieman
Greg has 20 years of experience in special education! He has been at the forefront of innovative programs for special education such as “Workability”. He has lead and managed state, local, federal and corporate grants all focused in the education of special needs students and teens at risk. He is a leading expert in special education.
Greg the Chairperson of the Child Abuse Council of Santa Clara County and on the weekends invests his time with youth basketball.
gregz@secondstart.org
(408) 979-8210 #260
Manager of Facilities and Transportation
Wayne Spurlock
Wayne Spurlock is the leading logistics expert for Second Start and brings decades of skill and expertise to his love for special needs kids.
waynes@secondstart.org
(408) 979-8210 #100