Board of Directors
F. Anthony Canuso, Sr., Chairman / President
F. Anthony Canuso, Sr. is Chairman of CLC's Board of Directors. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1955 with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. He is the founder of Neshaminy Constructors, Inc. (NCI) established in 1962. NCI has been building projects in the heavy and highway, commercial and industrial sectors throughout the Tri-State area for more than 60 years.
Mr. Canuso is also a founding partner of Canuso Jorden, a full-service construction management and general contracting firm that serves commercial construction clients, as well as health-care and university clients throughout the Delaware Valley.
In addition, Mr. Canuso serves on the Board of Directors of the Saint Katharine Drexel Grade School in Holland, PA.
Joseph P. Canuso, Esquire, Secretary
Joseph P. Canuso, Esquire is President & CEO of Canuso Jorden, Inc. (a general building construction manager and general contractor), and is also CEO of Neshaminy Constructors, Inc. (a heavy civil general contractor). Mr. Canuso also serves as a trustee on the Holy Redeemer Health System Legal and Audit Committee in Huntington Valley, PA.
Ed Silverthorn, Treasurer
Ed Silverthorn, MBA, CPA has over 30 years of experience in finance and is currently the Chief Financial Officer for Isolite Corp (pioneers in the development and sale of self-luminous emergency lighting signs). Ed has degrees in accounting and business from Villanova and La Salle Universities. His experiences range from financial analysis to strategic planning. Ed joined Comprehensive Learning Center’s Board of Directors in 2019.
Christopher Freddo
As a Wealth Advisor Chris Freddo helps his clients take a comprehensive, strategic approach to financial planning even in the early stages of asset accumulation. Using an in-depth financial needs assessment and in partnership with Truist Wealth specialists in banking, strategic credit, risk management, investments and trust & estate planning, he develops recommendations tailored to his client's needs, priorities and preferences.
Chris attended Rider University where he earned a bachelor's degree in business administration. He currently maintains his FINRA Series 7 and 66 securities registrations, and life insurance license. Chris previously served on the board of directors for The AJ Foundation and, in 2024, transitioned to the Comprehensive Learning Center Board of Directors, where he continues to support individuals with autism. He has been in the financial service industry for more than 20 years, and currently works for Truist Bank.
Cuck Webster
Chuck joined the CLC Board of Directors in 2023, bringing 35 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis from his time at Deloitte & Touche. He holds a degree in Business Administration from Bucknell University and an MBA in Finance from Drexel University.
Retired in 2021, Chuck is also a member of the Parish Finance Council at St. Bede the Venerable Catholic Church in Holland, PA. His expertise in finance and commitment to service strengthen the CLC Board's work.
John Bechtel
John Bechtel is President & CEO of Medtek Solutions (a Medical Billing and Practice Management Company) and is also the Business Administrator at Doylestown United Methodist Church where he is a member of their Administrative Board. John attended La Salle University where he earned a bachelor's degree in business administration and accounting. John has served on CLC' Finance and Investment Committee since 2022 and joined the Board of Directors in 2024.
We are grateful to have an amazing Board of Directors who come out to support our program and participate in The AJ Foundation events!
The AJ Foundation and the Comprehensive Learning Center was formed by the family and friends of those with autism, and the support of their communities. Our Chairman of the Board, Tony Canuso, and his wife Joan have played a large role in forming the community of supporters we know today.
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