Governing Board

2025 Governing Board Applications & Nominations

Our Governing Board is looking for candidates for two open positions, and we’d strongly encourage you to apply. These positions are perfect for those looking for leadership experience, and require attendance at quarterly meetings (July, September, January, March). Applications for Vice President and Treasurer open October 16 and are due November 21. You may also nominate someone you think would be a strong fit for these positions.

2024-2025 Board Membership

Iowa AEYC is governed by a 13-member board.

Brandi

President
Brandy Smith

Crystal

Vice President
Crystal Abbe*

Tiffany

Secretary
Tiffany Skaggs

Jodi

Early Childhood Workforce Advisory Committee Chair
Jodi Grover

Kristen

Public Policy Chair
Kristin Rourk

Membership & Innovation Recruitment and Support Co-Chairs
Kelsey Andersen and John Kilburg

Kelsey
John
Brenda

President-Elect
Brenda Loop

Brian

Treasurer
Brian Kingrey

Renee 2

High-Performing Inclusive Organization (HPIO) Chair
Renee Hardman

Allison

Higher Education Chair
Allison Barness

Ex-Officio
Amy McGinn *

At-Large Members
Monique Ortiz and Marc Elcock

Monique
Marc

* NAEYC Advisory Council Member


2024-2025 Board Meetings & Events

January 11, 2025
Executive Committee Meeting (Virtual)

January 25, 2025
Governing Board Meeting (Virtual)

March 8, 2025
Executive Committee Meeting

March 29, 2025
Governing Board Meeting

June 13, 2025
Executive Committee Meeting

July 12 (or 11-12), 2025
Governing Board Retreat


Governing Board Meeting Minutes

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