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Leadership & Board

Leadership & Board

Early Connections is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors and leadership team committed to supporting young children, families, staff, and the early care and education community across Erie County.


Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors provides leadership, oversight, and guidance to help Early Connections carry out its mission and strengthen services for children and families.

Michael Plazony

President

Rachel Loper

Vice President

Matthew C. Zinna

Treasurer/Secretary

Katie Ruffa

Alivia Haibach

Jamie Schumacher

Amy James

Stanley Zlotkowski, III

Chrissy Anthony

Jody Irwin

Contact the Board of Directors:


Email: board@earlyconnectionserie.org


Leadership Team

Our leadership team works alongside center administrators, teachers, staff, families, and community partners to support Early Connections programs and services.

Stacey Hellmann

CEO

Phone: (814) 874-0144 ext. 18

Asha Graeb

COO

Phone: (814) 874-0144 ext. 22

Tricia McGaughey

CFO

Phone: (814) 874-0144 ext. 17

Casey Rapoza

Director of Employee Engagement

Phone: (814) 874-0144 ext. 12

Jordan Ott

Director of Advancement

Phone: (814) 874-0144 ext. 14

Michelle Harkins

Director of ECE Workforce Development

Phone: (814) 874-0144 ext. 21