Meet Ibility’s Leadership Team
DANIELLE KRAKORA
CEO & Co-Founder
Danielle is thrilled to be living the entrepreneur life and cherishes the journey since starting Ibility. She’s energized by the incredible friendships and partnerships she has built along the way and deeply values working with other vendors in the industry to achieve shared success. Danielle has a special passion for bringing women leaders together, creating opportunities for collaboration, and driving meaningful change. She is especially proud of the work her team is doing to support Veterans across the VA, improving lives and making a lasting impact. Seeing the difference they’ve made is both humbling and inspiring, and Danielle is excited to expand this mission into agencies beyond the VA. Every step of this journey has fueled her passion and purpose, and she looks forward to continuing to grow, innovate, and make a difference.
As a gifted leader, Danielle is dedicated to empowering her team to unlock their full potential, both individually and collectively. She believes in instilling confidence in her team members, enabling them to make informed decisions and take ownership of their work. Danielle also values the power of effective communication. Known for her transparency, she fosters a culture of honesty, trust, and decisive action with all stakeholders.
Beyond her professional life, Danielle dedicates her time to organizations that align with her passion for service. She is the President of the Greater Cleveland Fisher House Foundation, an organization that provides “homes away from home” for families of Veterans and military personnel receiving medical care. Danielle also serves on the Board of Modern Warrior Live, an immersive performance organization that uses storytelling and music to address the transition from military to civilian life and inspire healing. Additionally, she is a Board Member of Challenge America, a nonprofit that connects service members, Veterans, and their families with solutions that improve their lives. Each of these roles allows Danielle to channel her energy and leadership into causes that uplift and empower the military community.
Danielle is also a proud parent and enthusiastic supporter of her kids’ athletic adventures. You’ll often find her cheering on her favorite track, football, and basketball stars during the season. Outside of work and volunteering, Danielle enjoys hiking, running, and honing her golf game—though she admits she’s still working on that last one! She loves live music, a good beer, and soaking up the energy of outdoor festivals. Danielle is always looking to make new connections and values the relationships she’s built with the people she loves and admires.
Notable Memberships:
2024-Present: Appointed President of the Greater Cleveland Fisher House.
2023-Present: Board member for the Greater Cleveland Fisher House Foundation, Challenge America, & Modern Warrior Live.
2019-2021: Founder/organizer of Women in Federal IT leadership network and public forum rep for the VA OIT Public Speaking Team.
2018-Present: Board member for Linking Employment Abilities and Potential (LEAP) and the Ohio Women Veteran Advisory Board.
2018-Present: Founder of the Military Sisterhood Initiative.
2017-Present: Board member for the Northeast Ohio Veterans Community Task Force.
2017-2018: Adhoc member for Gold Star Families Monument Memorial.
KEN BEECHER
President & Co-Founder
Ken is a solution-centric leader, with a passion to help his clients not only succeed but also smile. Whether delivering complex solutions successfully or cracking a joke to break the ice, it’s all about doing a great job while also having fun. He is maniacally focused on his client’s mission and is driven to understand what will make them successful and how to reach that goal. Equally important, Ken is committed to making his employees’ lives easier by leveraging sophisticated and robust platforms to automate menial tasks and continually improving processes. By reducing administrative burdens, he empowers his team to focus on what truly matters—delivering exceptional results. Early in his career, Ken was fortunate to be surrounded by exceptional mentors who taught him to treat people with respect, kindness, and laughter. As such, his team never works for him but rather he works for his team.
As a natural-born helper, Ken is always ready to support anyone in reaching their full potential. He believes that everybody has the ability to create and be something amazing even if they need a little push in the right direction. Ken is also a skilled communicator, who sets clear expectations by being direct and transparent. As a consummate team player, he will always step up to do the right thing.
When Ken isn’t thinking obsessively about his clients and team, he truly enjoys volunteering and giving of himself. You can find him laying wreaths on Veterans' graves, performing a variety of roles during interfaith 5k races, and helping at faith-based institutions. He is also an amateur photographer who takes and shares amazing pictures of all of his kids' activities.
Ken is a #GirlDad, a proud father of twin girls. He absolutely loves spending time with his family, watching movies, hiking, playing Pictionary or dominoes, and working on 2000-piece puzzles. Ken enjoys cooking while blasting 80s music with his daughters or hanging out with friends with a glass of bourbon in his hand. He is always ready to meet new people and treat them like family. He’s looking forward to having you join his new Ibility family very soon.
YESSIE CASTILLO
Vice President
Yessenia (Yessie) is passionate about public health and is deeply committed to improving the health and well-being of communities and populations at large. She believes in the importance of healthcare innovation, promoting health equity, and improving healthcare access for all. Yessie enjoys pursuing opportunities that address health disparities, advocate policies for healthy living, and apply strategic planning to drive efforts that address public health challenges that impact well-being, especially within domains of behavioral health, social determinants of health, mental health and suicide prevention, and military health. Motivated by a desire to create lasting, positive change, Yessie is invigorated working alongside partners that share the same passion and vision for a better future. Yessie enjoys leading initiatives, managing teams, and conducting research to improve health practices and outcomes. She strives to lead by example, embodying integrity, accountability, and inspiring others through her actions so they feel empowered.
At Ibility, Yessie focuses her efforts on growing not only into new markets and clients, but also fostering growth within the organization. She is skilled at identifying growth potential, setting clear goals, and inspiring others to reach their full potential. Yessie supports individual growth, empowering others to expand their skills and capabilities while driving Ibility towards long-term success and sustainability.
When Yessie isn’t pursuing growth opportunities at Ibility, she is pursuing her Doctor of Public Health with a concentration in Health Equity and Diverse Populations at Mercer University. Having a MPH in Epidemiology, she is dedicated to advancing her understanding and training in public health to be a more impactful leader. Yessie also enjoys conducting research, being a member of several research-centric groups examining the latest challenges within the field. She also dedicates her time serving as a Board member for Nuestra Salud, a nonprofit organization charged with improving the lives of Latin American impoverished countries.
Yessie enjoys long walks with her feisty pup, Lily and spending her time with her three nephews who keep her on her toes. You may also find her on the green, learning golf, or on the tennis court. Yessie is always looking for a new adventure, traveling to different countries or cities and learning about their culture, trying new foods, and taking in the sights. What she loves the most is curling up with a good book at the end of a long day.
CLIVE BALLAD
Vice President
Clive Ballard is a dynamic leader with over 20 years of experience driving transformative change and operational excellence in the healthcare and government sectors. Known for his technical expertise, Clive specializes in designing and implementing strategic plans, management frameworks, and continual improvement mechanisms that enhance performance and deliver measurable results. At Ibility, he brings a visionary approach to problem-solving, helping clients achieve their goals with innovation and efficiency.
Throughout his career, Clive has led high-stakes initiatives that have transformed large organizations, from optimizing healthcare systems and integrating quality and safety processes to delivering savings in the billions. His ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects has made him a trusted advisor to senior federal leaders, providing strategic guidance on national policies, program evaluation, and enterprise-wide transformations. Whether it’s streamlining operations, fostering collaboration, or achieving mission-critical outcomes, Clive’s leadership is rooted in a commitment to excellence.
Beyond the boardroom, Clive’s zest for life extends to his rotating list of hobbies, which currently include mountain biking, golf, and keeping up with his two sons’ ever-changing passions—right now, it’s model trains and rockets. This balance of professional drive and personal connection makes Clive not only a results-oriented leader but also a relatable, down-to-earth team player.
Clive holds a Master’s Degree in Program and Project Management from The George Washington University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences from The University of Edinburgh. He is also certified in Lean Six Sigma and has completed advanced executive leadership and business strategy training. At Ibility, Clive’s blend of expertise, creativity, and enthusiasm fuels our mission to deliver innovative solutions and lasting impact.