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

Two women smiling at an indoor event, both wearing name tags; CEO Alison Fraga is dressed in a white blazer, while the other woman sports a denim jacket.

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.

Upcoming Meetings

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

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