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“I want to be in the trenches,” said Ashton Wray. These seven words sum up the eleven years she has dedicated to The Perfect Step. More practically, she thrives in the hands-on environment that defines activity-based therapy.

Ashton Wray is the Director of Development Education and recently transitioned to Director of Operations. She has been with The Perfect Step since 2014. Before joining the facility, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado Boulder. During college, she completed several internships, which helped her realize she did not want to work in a traditional hospital rehab setting. That experience pushed her toward a more active, client-centered environment.

Chris Clark, a dedicated client at The Perfect Step, recently took his advocacy efforts to the California State Capitol, speaking out on behalf of students with disabilities and aiming to raise awareness about their daily challenges. Born with Cerebral Palsy, Clark has consistently defied expectations, bringing his unmatched work ethic to both his athletic training and his efforts to uplift others. His influence extends beyond therapy sessions—he’s inspired teammates as a high school football manager and plans to pursue journalism and sports at the University of La Verne. Supported by mentors and a strong community, Clark continues to grow as a powerful voice for the disability community, proving that true leadership begins with heart.

Cody Norman joined The Perfect Step as a Paralysis Recovery Assistant in 2021. Norman’s extensive educational background includes a completed Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from the University of La Verne and a Master's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Leadership and Management, also completed at the University of La Verne.