Deputy Vice President and Director
Community Relations, RAND External Affairs

I want to be a part of the CFC team because CFC promotes high-quality, accessible, innovative programs and services for children 0-5 years of age and their families. Research has consistently documented that early education interventions yield benefits for emotional and cognitive development, educational achievement, future employability, and health throughout one's lifetime. Early childhood programs help individual children and families, but they are also a smart investment in the economic vitality, health and prosperity, and wellbeing of our nation.

Founder and President, Quantum Health

It’s an honor to serve on the Board of this effective, caring and established 40+ year old organization. Connections’ mission resonates deeply for me as a parent and community member. CFC is a leader in early childhood care and education, improving the lives of thousands of families every year while giving children skills that help them become better and more engaged learners. Being on the Board and Executive Committee has allowed me to use my business and creative expertise to help the organization fulfill and scale it’s ever expanding mission.

Connections for Children¹s mission to empower families through quality child care resources, education, and guidance aligns perfectly with my own passions to help improve the lives of children in our community and to ensure that children benefit from access to early education programs. I am pleased to offer my expertise to help the dedicated staff and board of CFC pursue their vision.

Accounting Manager, Stamps.com

Early childhood care and education are vital to the success of any community. Without access to these services, children and families are exposed to a lifetime of potential disadvantage. I am inspired by the unique blend of services Connections For Children provides to the west side and surrounding areas. CFC leverages its staff’s expertise and community ties to offer invaluable support to children, families and childcare providers. I work with the Board Nominating and Recruitment Committee and the Fund Development Committee. Exposure to these dedicated and talented teams has furthered my esteem for CFC and its supporters.

Partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

As someone raised by working parents, and raising their own family where there are two working parents, I have experienced first hand the impact that early education and quality child care can have. Connections for Children is a leader in early childhood issues, and an organization that I am proud to be active with. Connections enables me to use my professional and personal skills to give back, and impact the lives of the youngest members of our community for the better.

Senior Managing Director ICG Advisors, LLC

I joined the Board of Connections For Children about 15 years ago, when my daughters were young. I was recruited by a colleague who shared her enthusiasm for the organization and I became very interested as well. As a money manager, I've been able to put my expertise to work for Connections, helping the agency to effectively conserve our resources and build for the future. I am the oldest of 6 children, my wife the oldest of 4 children. We have two daughters, a dozen nieces and nephews and I love kids and want to give them every chance to get on the right track early (which is when it has the best chance of working).

Retired Nonprofit Executive

As a mother, educator, attorney specializing in child care issues, and an administrator, the issues that impact the growth and development of children have always been dear to my heart. I joined the Connections For Children Board of Directors because of my strong belief in the value of quality child care in improving the lives of families. Connections For Children has offered me the opportunity to use my expertise to advance the mission as well as the organization's growth over the years.

Attorney at Law

As a working mother myself, and someone that strongly believes in the importance of providing early childhood care, education and support for all children in our communities, Connections’ programs are near and dear to my heart. I am very excited to be involved with an organization that furthers goals about which I am passionate. I am pleased that my background and experience in my personal life and legal career offer opportunities for me to assist Connections for Children in continuing to provide critical and important support and services to the families in our communities.

Community Volunteer

I have always been involved with organizations that support children, currently also serve on the board of Neighborhood Youth Association, and I am a reading partner at an elementary school. I like being engaged with the crucial issues of early childhood development and believe that Connections For Children is at the forefront of that work. CFC helps thousands of children every year get a good start in life through the many programs the organization runs to support families and child care providers.

Partner, Freeman Freeman & Smiley, LLP