Meet Our Team

PETER RUPRECHT

FOUNDER / PRESIDENT

Peter is the original founder of ADE. He is also the owner of Drive Master, the oldest family owned and operated adaptive mobility equipment dealer in the United States, launched in 1952. Drive Master developed the push-pull hand control system, which operates a car's gas and brake by hand and is utilized by thousands of people all over the world. Peter and his company have modified and adapted several race cars, including our latest state of the art NASCAR Cup Series race car.

SCOTT VIEN

Vp /​DRIVING INSTRUCTOR

Scott is a 3rd generation stock car racer and the 2016 Claremont Speedway Limited Sportsman track champion. He has served as our driving instructor since 2011. Scott oversees all aspects of the race car, trailer, and gear associated with putting on our events. When he isn't racing he works as a vocational building trades teacher for at risk youths.  Scott has two children including a daughter who shares his passion for racing and has many on track accomplishments herself. 

DANNY CHRISSANTHIS

DIRECTOR

​​Danny has been involved with ADE since 2011. His knowledge and passion for racing combined with his ability to turn ideas into reality make him the perfect candidate for day to day operations.  He has over 20 years' experience as a project manager for one of the nation's largest telecommunications construction companies, so he has the skills to bring parts and people together to make action happen.
He is driven by the incredibly rewarding experience that comes from giving back to our heroes. 

KEVIN WILLEY

 SAFETY DIRECTOR

Kevin is a twenty-four year police veteran who retired as a chief in NH. He is currently a director of safety for a large family owned company with responsibilities in several states as well as New England. Kevin has over 15 years of experience serving on non-profit boards, and several certifications including safety vehicles and high speed driving instruction. He has a background in stock car racing that includes driver, crew chief, and race track marketing throughout New England. Kevin also enjoys theater and riding his Harley.

LT. IAN JAMES BROWN

Board Member

​Ian is a distinguished Air Force Veteran who has served on the board since 2007. As a paraplegic, Ian is currently an ambassador to the Abilities Expo, a representative for LegaWear, VP at Lasher Sport, a patient advocate for Kessler Foundation Research Center, and he is well on his way to becoming a doctor in neuro-spinal research.
​Ian is also a wheelchair athlete. He brought home gold medals in archery and weightlifting during his first post-injury competition at the 2008 Veteran’s Wheelchair Games in Omaha, Nebraska.

VERONICA GONNELLO

secretary

Veronica specializes in brand management, special events, social media, marketing and sales. She became involved with ADE when she managed Abilities Expo trade shows. With her love and passion for the industry, a family full of military, and her need for speed, she got hooked on all ADE represented.​ Away from ADE, she is a sales manager in NY for the largest beauty show in North America. She is a mom to an amazing teen and serves on the board and is a youth leader in her church. She also played football for three years in high school. She goes by "Vern!"

WENDY WAGNER

TREASURER

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Wendy has been involved with Adaptive Driving Experience for several years volunteering as a donor and assisting with fundraising activities. When ADE experienced the need for a Treasurer, Wendy was excited to become a part of the team. Keeping things organized is not the only task, as ADE is very hands-on and assisting at events and shows is a big part of being a team member. Wendy's father was a Vietnam Veteran who was very involved in Veterans' programs; she finds it very important to continue that service through ADE.