Board of Directors

The work of the Alliance for Early Success is governed by an experienced Board of Directors that ensures the organization remains focused and sound.

Carl Ballton

Retired; Former Managing Director and Deputy Group Head of the Corporate Social Responsibility Group, MUFG Union Bank; Former President and Chief Executive Officer, MUFG Union Bank Foundation

Michael Burke

Vice President, Buffett Early Childhood Fund

Carl Hairston

Area Executive Vice President, First Citizens Bank

Patricia Kempthorne

Founder and Executive Director, Twiga Foundation

Michael Laracy (Board Chair)

Retired; Former Director of Policy Reform and Advocacy, Annie E Casey Foundation

C. Lynn McNair

Former Vice President for Philanthropic Partnerships, The Alliance for Excellent Education

Nisha G. Patel

Principal, Powered by Shakti

Mark Rodgers

Principal, The Clapham Group

Helene Stebbins

(Non-Voting)
Executive Director, Alliance for Early Success