The Arc of North Carolina Appoints Lisa Poteat as
Chief Executive Officer
The Arc of North Carolina is delighted to announce Lisa Poteat as the new Chief Executive Officer effective June 1, 2025. Lisa brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and has worked in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities for forty years. She has been serving as the Interim Executive Director of The Arc of North Carolina since August of 2024.
"I am honored to have the opportunity to lead this great organization and continue to build on the 70+ years of our shared legacy, driven by so many families and advocates who came before us, and I am excited to work with our amazing leadership team to continue to help create a better future for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families,” said Lisa.
Lisa’s expertise and strategic vision will strengthen The Arc of North Carolina’s ongoing progress, ensuring we continue to grow as a strong, effective, and mission-driven organization.
The Arc of North Carolina has been providing advocacy and services to
people with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1953.
Housing Division
Learn more about our housing services across North Carolina (IDD and SPMI).
Employment Opportunities
Are you passionate about supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities? Consider a career with The Arc of North Carolina.
Founded in 1953, we are the oldest and largest I/DD advocacy and service organization in the state. The Arc is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Our Chapters
We have many local chapters across the state.
Because chapters across the state focus on issues of concern in their respective regions, programs and services vary. If there is not a local chapter in your area, you can still be a part of The Arc. Joining a chapter at the local level automatically enrolls a person as a member of The Arc of North Carolina and The Arc of the United States.
Membership in a local chapter offers families of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) a support structure as well as access to needed services. Membership is also open to professionals in the field of developmental disabilities, self-advocates, and to people interested in promoting the rights of people with IDD.
Our Regional Office Locations
The Arc of NC has five regional offices and one office dedicated to our housing division. From the western NC mountains to the eastern coastline, we have you covered!