Chris Sullens

Chief Executive Officer at CentralReach

Chris Sullens is the Chief Executive Officer of CentralReach, a company dedicated to providing software and services for individuals diagnosed with autism and related intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs). Under his leadership, CentralReach aims to help these individuals achieve better outcomes and lead more independent lives. Sullens has a strong background in technology and leadership, having previously served as the President and CEO of WorkWave, where he significantly expanded the company's operations and market presence over a decade.1 2

Professional Background

CentralReach: Since becoming CEO, Sullens has overseen the company’s growth, which has been recognized with over 75 awards, including accolades from Deloitte Technology Fast 500 and NJBIZ Best Places to Work. His focus on creating a customer-centric culture has been pivotal in driving CentralReach's success.1 3
WorkWave: Prior to his role at CentralReach, Sullens transformed WorkWave from a single-product company to a leading provider of cloud-based solutions in the field service industry. He was instrumental in increasing its revenue by 800% and growing its workforce significantly during his tenure.1 4

Education

Sullens holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech and an MBA with Honors in Finance, Strategy, and Entrepreneurship from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.5

Awards and Recognition

Sullens has received numerous accolades for his leadership, including:

EY Entrepreneur of the Year for Software Services in New Jersey (2016)
People-Focused CEO of the Year from the Stevie Awards (multiple years)
Named one of the Top 50 SaaS CEOs by The Software Report.6 7

Community Involvement

In addition to his corporate responsibilities, Sullens serves on several boards, including those for Fulfill of Monmouth and Ocean County and TechUnited. His commitment to community engagement reflects his dedication to fostering a culture of compassion within CentralReach.1 2

Through his leadership at CentralReach, Chris Sullens continues to make significant contributions to the autism and IDD care community, emphasizing innovation and employee engagement as key drivers of success.