Parc Center for Disabilities Names Patricia Clynes Chief Financial Officer

Parc Center for Disabilities announced the appointment of Patricia Clynes to chief financial officer (CFO), effective September 8, 2026. Clynes succeeds Mark Cavanaugh, executive vice president and chief financial officer, who will retire on October 1, 2026, after seven years of dedicated service with the organization and over 30 years serving in financial leadership positions.

As CFO, Clynes will oversee all finance-related functions, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management, financial reporting, compliance, investments, audits and internal controls. She will work closely with Parc's leadership team to align financial resources with organizational priorities, support strategic planning, and ensure the organization's continued operational excellence and long-term sustainability.

"We are deeply grateful to Mark for his years of extraordinary leadership, which have positioned Parc for continued success,” said Michelle Detweiler, president and CEO of Parc Center for Disabilities. “As we look to the future, Patricia is an exceptional leader whose vision, financial expertise and passion for mission-driven organizations make her the ideal person to help lead Parc into its next chapter. Her ability to align financial stewardship with organizational growth will be instrumental as we continue expanding opportunities and services for the individuals and families we support.”

Clynes brings more than two decades of executive financial and operational leadership in the nonprofit sector to her new role. Most recently, she served as chief financial officer for the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg, where she partnered with senior staff to drive growth, modernize financial operations, increase grant utilization and advance major capital initiatives, including a $50 million partnership with Pinellas County Schools and the $96 million Gills YMCA redevelopment project. Her achievements have earned regional recognition, including being named a 2023 Tampa Bay Business Journal CFO of the Year and a 2025 Titan 100 Tampa Bay honoree. Clynes also serves as board treasurer for the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce.

Clynes assumes the role following Cavanaugh, who joined Parc in 2019 and has overseen the organization's finance, accounting, information technology and purchasing functions. A certified public accountant with more than 30 years of chief financial officer experience, Cavanaugh has guided Parc's financial operations through a period of growth, while bringing expertise across affordable housing, senior living, long-term care, transportation and nonprofit management. Earlier this year, he was named a 2026 Tampa Bay Business Journal CFO of the Year honoree.

"Mark's leadership has helped position Parc for long-term success," said Detweiler. "His commitment to fiscal responsibility, operational excellence and our mission has left a lasting impact on this organization. We wish him all the best in his well-earned retirement and thank him for the many contributions he has made to Parc and the people we support."

To learn more about Parc Center for Disabilities, visit www.parc-fl.org.

About Parc Center for Disabilities

Parc Center for Disabilities is a nonprofit organization that has been serving children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1953. Known for its “person-centered” approach, Parc has earned its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in both its field and in the community. Fueled by the belief that every individual should have the opportunity to achieve their full potential and capabilities, Parc Center for Disabilities is fully dedicated to ensuring that each person served is valued, respected and embraced by all for their individuality. For more information, visit www.parc-fl.org, call (727) 345-9111 or follow the organization on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.