Cam you have a powerful story. Why don’t you give us some details about you and introduce us to your story. How did you get to where you are today?

I am from Bedford, a small town in Massachusetts, I grew up with a disabled brother and being the oldest sibling of four, I tended to take on a lot of the responsibility of caring for my younger brother. He had autism and needed a lot of care. My parents both worked full time so I spent the majority of my home time with Sam teaching him how to do basic chores as well as take care of himself.

I’m sure your success has not come easily. What challenges have you had to overcome along the way?

Dealing with a boy with autism had its challenges especially considering when I was caring for him I was a young boy myself. Sam taught me however, to be selfless in all things. I still have a deep connection with my brother Sam.  We take long strolls in the park most nights. On the weekend you can typically find the two of us biking on trails somewhere in Massachusetts or New Hampshire. I believe Sam has helped to define who I am today as a person. He is not only my brother, but he is my friend also.

Let’s talk about the work you do. What do you specialize in and why should someone work with you over the competition?

I specialize in working with autistic young adults. I take a lot of pride in what I do. I work at the high school in Somerset, Massachusetts. I oversee a program that cares for young autistic adults. I have some students that are bused in as far as an hour away to take advantage of the special program that I run.

What’s your best piece of advice for readers who desire to find success in their life?

Everything is a journey, and success is all about perspective. I’ll leave you with one of my quotes that reads “The success I achieve will be adversely proportional to the adversity I faced to achieve it.

Speaking of success, what does the word mean to you?

Success to me is being able to be a person who helps provide the platform for positive change and to help others achieve their goals. Being able to do what I love is success for me. I love what I do. I just received Boston’s person of the year award and I could not be prouder. I strive to bring awareness to autism, and the needs of young autistic men and women. Many programs are lacking in the funds that would make it truly successful.

What’s next for you Cam?

I am always looking to help disabled adults fend for themselves, and add quality to their lives. As long as I am alive I will continue bringing awareness to autism. I hope that we can fund more programs here in Massachusetts that benefit men like my brother Sam.  Sam not only has autism, but he is a human being who deserves the resources he needs to thrive and become an active member of our society.