CODAC Leadership

Linda E. Hurley

PRESIDENT AND CEO

Linda Hurley has worked in substance abuse treatment and behavioral healthcare for more than 30 years. She has been with CODAC since 1991 and was named CODAC’s President/CEO in 2016. Under Ms. Hurley’s leadership, CODAC was the first Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) in the nation to receive Health Home certification and the first OTP in RI to be designated as a Center of Excellence. Furthermore, Ms. Hurley established a first of its kind comprehensive Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program for corrections, a recognized Tobacco Cessation program, and one of the first HCV treatment programs embedded in an OTP. Ms. Hurley has been a leader in working to effect policy change in RI, serving on numerous boards and coalitions. She has also been called as a consultant for state and federal agencies, including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) and the United States Senate.

Alisha Bourdeau

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO)

Alisha Bourdeau has been with CODAC since 2001. After seven years as CODAC’s Director of Finance, she was named CFO in 2016. Ms. Bourdeau is responsible for fiscal management of the agency and oversees all financial functions at CODAC. In 2010, Ms. Bourdeau’s job title was expanded to include Director of Human Resources. In this capacity, she is responsible for implementation and oversight of all CODAC Human Resource services, policies, and programs. She is also tasked with ensuring agency compliance with all employment-related regulatory requirements.

Dustin Alvanas

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Dustin Alvanas has rejoined CODAC as Chief Operating Officer. With a demonstrated history of working in the substance abuse treatment and mental health industry, Dustin will be responsible for the strategic operation of CODAC programming. In partnership with the executive leadership team, he will work to implement innovative programming, as well as supervise the clinical and operational aspects of the organization. He was also a liaison with CODAC partners as well as the Board of Directors.

During his earlier time at CODAC, Dustin played a critical role in the development of CODAC’s Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) Health Home, Center of Excellence, and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Corrections programs. He has provided national speaking presentations at the SAMHSA Opioid Response Network Conference on Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in Correctional Settings. He has also presented at the American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence (AATOD) Conference, where he discussed the importance of implementing telehealth in Medicated Assisted Treatment (MAT) to better serve rural areas. Dustin holds a Master of Business Administration from Johnston & Wales University and a Master of Science in Psychology from Walden University.

Catherine DeGood, DO

CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER (CMO)

Dr. Catherine DeGood graduated from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency in family and social medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx.  Her interest in working with people with substance use disorders led her to practice addiction medicine after residency.  She is board certified in Family and Addiction Medicine.  Her special areas of interest are the biopsychosocial approach to chronic pain, mental health and addiction treatment.  

David Nefussy

Chief Business Officer (CBO)

David Nefussy is Chief Business Officer. David brings with him over 25 years of experience in managed behavioral healthcare. He will be responsible for negotiating agreements with managed care organizations, third-party payors, and private insurance companies while overseeing all contracting, credentialing, network management and provider relation activities.

David Nefussy previously worked at Spectrum Health Systems as Vice President of Payor Relations. Prior to that, he served as regional director of provider network services for five New England states at OPTUM Health. David has worked in a similar capacity for many health systems, including Magellan, Beacon Health Strategies, and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care. David holds a BA from Clark University.