Board of Directors
Strong early learning begins with strong leadership.
The Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County is governed by a Board of Directors composed of community leaders, educators, business professionals, and early education experts. Together, they provide strategic oversight, uphold accountability, and help advance our mission to ensure every child has access to high-quality early education opportunities.
The Board provides oversight, ensures compliance with Florida statutes, and helps guide long-term strategy. Members are appointed in accordance with state requirements and are committed to improving early learning outcomes for children across Sarasota County.
Questions regarding Board Governance can be sent to Kiyana Scott: KScott@elcsarasota.org
Meeting Information
Board of Directors meetings are open to the public and provide an opportunity to stay informed about the work and decisions guiding the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County.
Individuals who wish to address the Board must complete a Public Comment Request Card. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person, on a first-come, first-served basis, and will be heard during the designated public comment portion of the meeting.
Agendas and minutes are posted below as they become available.
Officers

Kevin Cooper
Board Chair
Vice President
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Tiffany Barfield
Vice Chair

James Disbro
Treasurer
Senior Director
CareerSource Suncoast

Jennifer Infanti
Secretary
Trustee
State College of Florida Sarasota-Manatee
Board Members

Dr. Nicole Kammer
Associate Professor
State College of Florida

Tracey Cardenas
Director, Preschool
Sarasota County School District

Kristin Gallagher
Circuit 12 Community Development Administrator
Department of Children & Families

Ryan Guerin
Attorney at Law
Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP

Chuck Henry
Health Officer
Florida Department of Health, Sarasota County

Brittany Lamont
CEO & President
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance

Jeff Matthews
Partner
Venice Design Group

Laurie McCracken
Owner
Baby Fox Academy

Kathleen Sullivan
Head Start Director
Children First

Daniela Smith
Environmental Supervisor I
Florida Department of Health, Sarasota County

Mark Smith
County Commissioner, District 2
Board of County Commissioners

Alison Thomas
Chief Operating Officer
The Haven

Paige Tyde
Director
Venice Nokomis Community Preschool