Board of Trustees

The organization is widely respected in the community and governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees known for their community mindedness and spirit of generosity.

• KEITH HARRELL

  Board President
  The Boeing Company, Configuration Engineer

  My board service began in 1994. Over the years I have served in a variety of positions, including board president. Little Red School House provides hope at a time when many families are not sure what the future holds. The staff help children and families cope with the myriad issues that often come when a child has developmental disabilities and/or delays. As a parent of a child with Down Syndrome, our family has received the benefits of Little Red's services, which is part of why I have continued my involvement with Little Red long past my child's time there. Little Red is a true blessing for all who are served by the agency!

• SCOTT HUGHES

  Board Vice President
  Hughes | Robbins PS, Attorney at Law

  I first became involved in LRSH when my younger brother was enrolled in 1977-1980. My mother formerly served on the Board of Directors for many years in the 1980's. I served on LRSH Board from 1997 – 2004 as Treasurer, VP and President (2000-02). From July 2007- Jan. 2008 I served as Special Counsel. Recently I returned to the Board in 2008 and presently serve as Vice President. I have also served as Trustee for the Children's Village Foundation from 1998 -2008. I am partner in the law firm Hughes Robbins, P.S. in Bellevue, Washington, which is a practice focusing on representing individuals and families in personal injury and medical malpractice cases.

• AMY DREWEL

  Board Secretary
  Amy Drewel Agency, American Family Insurance

  I have served on the board since 2006. Little Red works hard with families to make sure that learning is individualized to the particular needs and environments of the children involved in the program. Specialized therapy services along with great clinicians and staff are what make Little Red such an asset to the families of Snohomish County.

• DENNIS BOLGER

  Board Treasurer
  Sharp Business Systems

  I became aware of Little Red about 10-years ago and was invited to take a look by an old friend from the Exchange Club of Everett. It wasn't until 2004 that I actually joined the board. Kids have always been a priority in my life. Being involved with Little Red allows me to be a part of many children's lives. I have watched children with special needs truly maximize their potential through the efforts of the staff of Little Red. For that, I am truly grateful to serve.

• ELIZABETH SHEA

  Past Board President
  Hacker & Willig, Inc., P.S., Attorney at Law

  I've been on the board for about six years now. Little Red is special to me because the staff are dedicated to opening up the world to children and their families by improving their ability to communicate and interact successfully and by providing support and (hopefully) a sense of community among those families facing additional challenges associated with developmental delays and disabilities.

• TIM BURNS

  City of Mill Creek, City Manager

  Tim Burns is a native to South Windsor, Connecticut with both a bachelors and masters degree in Civil Engineering. Tim received a commission as a navel officer in the US Navy Civil Engineer Corps and retired from Navel Service in 2006. He was appointed as City Manager in August 2007, following a year as working as the Public Works Director. He and his wife, Leslie have a teen-age son and he looks forward to being involved in his community.

• TONIA GOODWIN

  Community Member

  As a substitute para-educators, one of Tonia's favorite places to work is in the developmental pre-school and seeing the progress the children make.  "It is rewarding to see what a difference early intervention can make.  When a new child comes to the class, the teacher often tells me they just came over from Little Red," Tonia shares.
  
  Knowing about the United Way Day of Caring, this past year Tonia recruited some of my fellow stay at home mom’s to take on a project.  Wanting to do something with that involves children, they chose to work at the Little Red Everett facility, enjoying a day of painting and doing yard work as well as learning about Little Red.
  
  Tonia believes that Little Red make a difference in our community and has seen seen first hand how early intervention can get children ready for school.  Tonia was born and raised in the Northwest., and her and her husband, Jerry, live in Mukilteo with their boys, 12 and 9 years old.

• JEANETTE MITCHELL

  Frontier Bank, Senior VP and Manager

  In my day job, I manage the Downtown Everett office of Frontier Bank. I've been on the board of Little Red since October 2004. To me what is special about Little Red is how we help children succeed in life. We give them a foundation to build on, which helps them maximize their potential; all done in a safe and nurturing environment. What's not to love about Little Red?

• JAY NELSON

  Stockpot Soups, Director of Human Resources

  Jay Nelson has been an HR Executive for over ten years most recently serving as Director of Human Resources & Community Relations for Campbell's North American Food Service Division Supply Chain Function.

• KAYE PHINNEY

  Coastal Community Bank, Business Calling Officer

  I've been on Little Red's Board since 2002, serving as secretary for 4 years. I believe that every child should have the opportunity to realize their full potential. Little Red is an advocate for both children and their families.

• JAMES RUSSELL

  James Russell, PLLC, Owner

  James Russell is the sole owner of Lynnwood based Certified Public Accounting Firm, James Russell, PLLC. James started the business in 1988, and now employees over 10 employees. James' son, Brian, was a recipient of Little Red services about 16 years ago. As a board member, James hopes to help Little Red fulfill their mission of serving the special needs community.