Pete Pallarés

Pete Pallarés, is the Founder and CEO of the Center for Social Dynamics. Active in the field of autism and developmental disabilities for over 19 years, Pete has devoted much of his time working in research, diagnosis, and the treatment of autism across different cultures. As CEO, Pete oversees a team of highly qualified professionals develop and implement individualized treatment programs for children and families diagnosed with autism utilizing the principals of applied behavior analysis and the cultural context within their geographical location. Pete has provided intervention programs for a wide range of patients from high-functioning children to very challenging individuals. His specialization includes unpacking and analyzing cultural dynamics within a setting, an environment, or an individual. Pete is an annual presenter and his work in cultural competence has been internationally recognized. Originally from Barcelona, Spain, he spends time in his native country and the Bay Area helping families affected with autism. Pete is currently an active member and presenter for the California Association for Behavioral Analysis (CAI-ABA) and has also been an associate to important autism research studies conducted by the Department of Public Health and Kaiser Permanente.

Michelle Bueno

Michelle Bueno has dedicated over 30 years assisting children and families. With a nursing background she was able to open her home and heart to several children with various medical conditions and disabilities. This is where her passion grew to help and serve children with attachment issues. Michelle attended CSU Monterey Bay where she dedicated her time researching attachment theory and working with Monterey County Behavioral Health. Here she trained caregivers on how to rebuild bonds and connections with children. She later furthered her education and attended Santa Clara University where she studied counseling psychology. During her time at Santa Clara she took courses where she was introduced to Applied Behavioral Science. She was also working as a paraprofessional in a non-categorical classroom with students with various disabilities as well as a great diverse population. While at Santa Clara she did course work that included trips to various institutions where she was exposed to many youth who were incarcerated for various incidents. She found her place working with the neurodiverse population. Upon graduation from SCU, Michelle was offered a job working with the Autism community. She started with a regional caseload assisting the underserved populations. Michelle later grew into a leadership role where she collaborated with others in the autism field and facilitated the growth of Santa Clara county and the Sacramento area. With her guided support over 600 children and families affected by autism received assistance. She is privileged and humbled to be involved in the remarkable work of the Pedro Pallares Autism Foundation.

Roland Montemayor

Roland Montemayor is a recently retired educator with more than 25 years’ experience in higher education administration. During his tenure in the California Community College system, Roland served in a number of leadership roles which included Vice President of Student Affairs; Acting President; the dual role of Interim Vice President of Student Affairs and Vice President of Students Affairs; and in various dean positions. However, his most cherished positions were his faculty and classified positions where he was able to work directly with students and their families.
Roland was and is a champion for underserved communities and efforts which directly impact these communities are close to his heart. During his career, he provided leadership to create a zero cost food market and discounted transportation for thousands of students, expanded services and career paths to neurologically diverse students and hosted the first Historically Black College and University Caravan at San Jose City College. Roland continues his advocacy for diversity, equity and inclusion and volunteers in various non-profit organizations. He is honored to be involved in the outstanding work of Pedro Pallares Autism Foundation.