About Prevention Links

Morgan is a person in long-term recovery and an influential leader in substance use disorder recovery advocacy & innovation. As CEO of Prevention Links, she established New Jersey’s first recovery high school and leads advocacy efforts for the National Association of Recovery Schools (ARS). Morgan co-chairs the ARS Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion committee, representing ARS on the National Recovery Organization Committee. Her expertise extends to founding NJ-CARS (the first statewide recovery community organization), co-authoring best practices, and advocating for essential legislation. She serves on a plethora of advisory councils, including the vital Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund Advisory Council as appointed by Governor Murphy, shaping critical decisions, and advocating for justice and equity. With a commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and moving beyond the status quo – Morgan is driving transformative change in substance use disorder recovery.

In 2014, Dominque started at Prevention Links as a family partner at one of our Centers. Subsequently, she received a Bachelor’s in Bio-Behavioral Health from Pennsylvania State University: a program focused on the complex factors influencing health across the lifespan. Dominque’s degree prepared her to provide life-altering preventive programming in communities throughout New Jersey. She is currently enrolled in the Master’s of Human Resource Management program at Rutgers University, one of the only STEM-certified programs providing an analytic framework for working with human capital. As an outcome of the program, Dominque has used HR analytics to make informed decisions and enhance the strategic vision of the organization. Today, she ensures work order flow and vendor relationship management to meet the needs of the Operations and Human Resource Departments, supporting our vision.

Stacey Shultz is a highly accomplished financial professional and the Chief Financial Officer of Prevention Links. With a robust background in accounting and financial management, Stacey brings a wealth of expertise to her role, drawing on her extensive experience in the nonprofit sector.

Stacey earned her Bachelor of Science degree from SUNY Oneonta, where she laid the foundation for her career in finance. She further distinguished herself by obtaining certification as a Certified Public Accountant, a credential that underscores her proficiency and commitment to financial integrity.

Before joining Prevention Links, Stacey held pivotal financial leadership roles at several esteemed nonprofit organizations. She served as the Chief Financial Officer at Eva’s Village, Inc., where she played a crucial role in managing the organization’s finances and supporting its mission to provide comprehensive support services. At The Arc of Union County, Inc., Stacey demonstrated her expertise in navigating complex financial landscapes to advance the organization’s goals of supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Most recently, she contributed her financial acumen to 180 Turning Lives Around, Inc., where she helped drive the organization’s efforts in providing crucial support and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Throughout her career, Stacey Shultz has been recognized for her strategic insight, meticulous attention to detail, and unwavering dedication to the missions of the organizations she has served. Her leadership in financial management continues to drive impactful results at Prevention Links, where she remains a key figure in ensuring the organization’s financial health and sustainability.

Emily Newton is a young woman in long-term recovery from substance use and mental health challenges. As a student, she returned to campus to the Rutgers Recovery House where she led, advocated, and built relationships. She has found purpose in advocating for recovery spaces to become increasingly more inclusive and accessible, particularly for youth. Emily played a pivotal role in launching New Jersey’s first and only state-wide recovery community organization, NJ-CARS. She has since played a major role in launching the RDP pilot project in New Jersey and consulted in the launch of SoberTogether, an app to connect people in recovery to one another.

In 2023, Emily was inducted onto the DOJ Office of Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention Youth Advisory Board, where she will serve as a voice for at-risk youth and young adults on a national level. As a grant writer, advocate, and person with lived experience, she is equipped with the skills to lay a foundation for the next generation of youth seeking recovery. In her role at Prevention Links, her core responsibility is to leverage her personal experience to spearhead the organization’s strategic initiatives related to marketing, branding, fundraising, grants, and data management.

Maritza I. Raimundi-Petroski leads agency-wide operations, program strategy, and organizational performance to advance the organization’s mission of building healthy, sustainable communities. With more than 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, public administration, and community health, she brings a systems-level approach that aligns program innovation, partnerships, and operational excellence to improve outcomes across Central New Jersey. As COO, Maritza oversees a diverse portfolio of programs and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring program quality, regulatory compliance, fiscal stewardship, and continuous improvement. She works closely with executive leadership to implement strategic priorities and strengthen organizational effectiveness. Prior to joining Prevention Links, Maritza held senior leadership roles at organizations including Children’s Home Society of New Jersey and PRAB, Inc., where she led cross-sector initiatives focused on maternal and child health and expanded community-based prevention services. She also contributes to higher education and organizational development as a former First-Year Seminar co-instructor at The College of New Jersey and co-owner of MAPA Collaborative, a consulting firm specializing in nonprofit strategy and leadership development. Maritza holds a Master in Public Administration from Rutgers University and multiple certifications in nonprofit management, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and community health. She is an active civic leader, currently serving as Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees at Trenton Health Team and as a board member of the New Jersey Maternal and Infant Health Innovation Authority and the Trenton Puerto Rican Community and Friends Organization. Her leadership has been recognized with honors including the Dr. Antonia Pantoja Award, Community Champion recognition from the Burke Foundation, and the Changemaker Award from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. She is deeply committed to advancing equity, strengthening community partnerships, and championing innovative, data-informed solutions that support families and communities.

Maiysha is responsible for general oversight of PL’s Compliance Program and Quality Assurance/Improvement activities. The role also includes oversight of information technology (IT), facilities, and equipment management. The CCO plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization’s integrity and operational excellence by overseeing compliance systems, grant adherence, software integration, and data management. This position is essential for supporting Prevention Links mission-driven programs funded through over 50 diverse state, federal, and local government grants. Maiysha has held several leadership positions with outpatient substance use treatment agencies in NJ. Maiysha has 30 years’ experience working with nonprofit Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), providing administrative and operational oversight. She also proudly serves as the President of the New Jersey Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence (NJATOD), an association that works on issues to enhance the quality of patient care in OTPs and was a 2024 recipient of the notable Nyswander/Dole “Marie” Award, the highest accolade AATOD can bestow on someone in recognition for having made significant contributions in the field of opioid use disorder treatment. In her many affiliations and countless advocacy efforts, she serves as an active participant for efforts that enhance the quality of care for individuals who are directly or indirectly impacted by substance use or mental health issues.