Board Members & WCC Committees
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WCC Executive Committee
Ariel Moyer
Board Chair
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Emily Siciliano
Vice Chair
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Nuisha Foster
Treasurer
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Niusha Foster is a proud mother of two WCC students (one graduated). Niusha works in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector focused on oncology medical affairs. Niusha has served on the board since 2021 and provides consulting in financial, operational management.
Layla Gibbons
Secretary
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About Layla Gibbons
Layla Gibbons has served on the WCC Board of Director and Executive Commission since 2022. She grew up in Bethesda, MD and attended the University of Maryland, College Park. Layla currently works at a commercial real estate firm in downtown Washington, DC. In her spare time she enjoys being outside, exercising, and spending time with her husband Jeff and two kids, Josie and Archie, who both attend WCC.
Libby King
Executive Director (non-voting)
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WCC Board of Directors
Neal Kumar
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Christine Roddy
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Burak Sahin
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Mara Weinstein
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WCC Committee Members
Finance
Serves with treasurer to develop a balanced annual budget, reviews investments/investment strategy, supports staff with annual budget preparation and audit, as well as provides financial oversight. Ensures WCC maintains appropriate tax documentation/filings and 501©3 status.
Niusha Foster
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Niusha Foster is a proud mother of two WCC students (one graduated). Niusha works in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector focused on oncology medical affairs. Niusha has served on the board since 2021 and provides consulting in financial, operational management.
Ariel Moyer
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Burak Sahin
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Clare Cahill
Staff Liaison
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About Clare Cahill
My first role, which I began in 2005, was as office manager. Over the years my position duties increased and evolved, and I was promoted to WCC’s business and human resource manager. As such, I oversee the day-to-day operations of WCC from accounting, summer camp program, vendor services, building and grounds maintenance/safety, recruiting/retainer staff, employee benefits, and more.
If I’m not at my desk, you will find me stealing a few minutes to be surrounded by your kids. I am always met with warm and sometime sticky hugs, belly giggles, and toothy smiles. This is by far the best part of my day!
I am an avid reader and traveler. I always have a “go-to” bag ready in case a quick weekend getaway becomes available. I am curious by nature and love to learn and meet new challenges.
Fundraising/Development
Creates and facilitates WCC’s fundraising activities such as apparel sales, book fair, restaurant nights, family events, etc. Seeks and executes other avenues to increase non-tuition funding to support WCC’s programs and resources.
Nuisha Foster
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Niusha Foster is a proud mother of two WCC students (one graduated). Niusha works in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector focused on oncology medical affairs. Niusha has served on the board since 2021 and provides consulting in financial, operational management.
Layla Gibbons
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Layla Gibbons has served on the WCC Board of Director and Executive Commission since 2022. She grew up in Bethesda, MD and attended the University of Maryland, College Park. Layla currently works at a commercial real estate firm in downtown Washington, DC. In her spare time she enjoys being outside, exercising, and spending time with her husband Jeff and two kids, Josie and Archie, who both attend WCC.
Mara Weinstein
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Lela Ivankovic
Staff Liaison
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About Lela Ivankovic
Lela Ivankovic is the site director of our Westbrook Campus. Lela has been dedicated to the field of early childhood education for more than 20 years. Lela began her teaching career at Gan Hayled Preschool and School for Friends in Washington, D.C. Lela joined WCC in 2005. Prior to her current position, Lela was a lead teacher and a school-age coordinator. Lela was born and raised in Belgrade, Serbia where she earned a B.A. in special education with a minor in psychology from the University of Belgrade. In the United States, Lela gained a M.A. in liberal studies from Georgetown University. In her free time, Lela enjoys reading, traveling, and collecting medicinal herbs and spices.
Long Range/Strategic Planning
Ensures WCC is on track with strategic goals in accordance with the mission statement and bylaws. Plan strategic planning retreat in Spring 2024 to create a three-to-five-year strategic plan.
Neal Kumar
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Emily Scililano
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Ariel Moyer
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Martell Galloway
Staff Liaison
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Libby King
Staff Liaison
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About Libby King
I was born and raised in Suffern, New York. I moved to Maryland in the early 1990's. I graduated from Pace University with a dual BA degree in human relations and early childhood, and a minor in psychology. I have worked at WCC for the past 32 years, starting my career at WCC as a teacher, I then became the site director of our Circle Campus for 11 years, and lastly, I became the executive director in 2012. My philosophy about early education is to get children excited about learning early in their lives so that they will become lifelong curious learners.
When not at WCC, I enjoy spending time with my family and going to the beach or pool. We often travel home to New York to visit extended family and friends. My hobbies are shopping, working out, learning to cook, and bake new recipes.
Personnel
Conducts annual review of WCC’s salary and benefits package so that WCC is a competitive and fair employer in the education marketplace. Seeks input from WCC staff on salary/benefits and makes policy recommendations to the board.
Kasie Brill
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Christine Roddy
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Burak Sahin
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Mara Weinstein
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Libby King
Staff Liaison
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About Libby King
I was born and raised in Suffern, New York. I moved to Maryland in the early 1990's. I graduated from Pace University with a dual BA degree in human relations and early childhood, and a minor in psychology. I have worked at WCC for the past 32 years, starting my career at WCC as a teacher, I then became the site director of our Circle Campus for 11 years, and lastly, I became the executive director in 2012. My philosophy about early education is to get children excited about learning early in their lives so that they will become lifelong curious learners.
When not at WCC, I enjoy spending time with my family and going to the beach or pool. We often travel home to New York to visit extended family and friends. My hobbies are shopping, working out, learning to cook, and bake new recipes.
Special Events
Plans and executes WCC special events such as graduation ceremony, teacher/staff appreciation week/activities, field trips, and end of the year picnic.
Kasie Brill
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Neal Kumar
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Christine Roddy
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Emily Scililano
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Greer Jackson
Staff Liaison
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