Committees

The Finance Committee is charged with the oversight of budget development, accurate tracking of expenditures, monitoring and accountability for funds, and to ensure adequate financial controls in coordination with appropriate staff and directors.

 Finance Committee Chair

Brooke Goldstein
Early Steps SWFL Health Planning Council, Board Treasurer

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The Executive Committee is composed of officers and the chairpersons of Board committees. The Executive Committee is responsible for direction and oversight regarding the overall program and financial management and operations.

Executive Committee Chair

Kae Moore
Governers Appointee

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The HR Committee is charged with reviewing personnel policies, salary and incentive pay, benefits and the human resources function of the ELC and, based on its review, making recommendations to the Board of Directors.

HR Committee Chair

Dr. Beth McBride Director, Early Learning Collier County Public Schools

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The Events Committee creates and implements events to build a stronger governance board and improve the ELC’s
presence in the community. This committee was originally organized as an Ad Hoc Committee under the Board of Directors. Archived agenda and minutes are available under the Governance – Our Board tab.

Events Committee Chair

Tara Sherrod Representative of Faith-Based Childcare Providers

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Nominations & Bylaws Committee

The Nominations & Bylaws Committee approves and ensure adherence to the Coalition’s bylaws and be responsible for recruiting members, nominating officers, and development of policies and procedures, as it relates to Board Membership and upholding the Coalition’s required membership composition.

Nomination & Bylaws Committee Chair

Rebecca McKellar, Creative World Schools

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The Program Committee aims to promote the creation, accessibility, and accountability of a well-defined professional development pathway supported by a robust community network. It also focuses on enhancing program delivery to ensure children receive the necessary services to prepare them for school and long-term educational success.

Program Committee Chair

Michele King – Golisano Children’s Hospital

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