SouthSide Early Childhood Center Announces New Officer Slate and Welcomes New Board Member

 

2023-2024 SouthSide Early Childhood Center’s Board of Directors

St. Louis, MO – May 18, 2023 - SouthSide Early Childhood Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Pat Miller as the new president and Frank Sanfilippo as the new treasurer of the board of directors. In addition, the Center warmly welcomes Nytasha Taylor as a new board member. 

As an organization dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education and support services, the board of directors plays a crucial role in shaping the Center's vision and strategic direction. 

Pat Miller brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the position of board president. Pat is currently the Manager, Assurances Services Group at RubinBrown. Beginning his tenure at SouthSide as a grade school volunteer, Pat’s dedication to the organization spans decades. Pat joined SouthSide’s Young Friends Organization in 2016, and then was appointed to the board of directors in 2019, assuming the role of treasurer. Pat has been a passionate advocate for early childhood education throughout his career. His expertise will continue to be invaluable in guiding the Center towards continued success and growth. 

Pat Miller

Board President

Frank Sanfilippo assumes the role of treasurer, bringing with him a deep understanding of financial management and a commitment to fiscal responsibility. Frank is the Chief Financial Officer at Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C. Joining the board in 2017, Frank's extensive experience in financial planning and strategy will help ensure the Center's resources are effectively utilized to support the needs of the children and families it serves. 

Frank Sanfilippo

Board Treasurer

Additionally, Jeff Yorg, vice president, and Madison Smith, secretary, remain in their roles for the 2023-24 year. Jeff is the Director of Compliance & Risk and Associate General Counsel at Buckingham Strategic Partners, and Madison is a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones.  

Jeff Yorg

Board Vice President

Maddie Smith

Board Secretary

SouthSide Early Childhood Center is also delighted to welcome Nytasha Taylor as a new board member. Nytasha is the Vice President of Drug Sourcing at Express Scripts. Nytasha's background in community engagement and nonprofit leadership will bring fresh perspectives to the board, enriching the Center's efforts to provide quality early childhood for all children.  

"We are thrilled to have Pat Miller as our new board president, Frank Sanfilippo as our new Treasurer, and Nytasha Taylor as our newest board member," said Jackie Weaver, Executive Director at SouthSide Early Childhood Center. "Along with Jeff and Maddie, their exceptional expertise and dedication to our mission will undoubtedly contribute to our continued growth and impact in the community." 

Nytasha Taylor

Board Member

The entire SouthSide Early Childhood Center community looks forward to working closely with the newly appointed officers and board member and benefiting from their insights, ideas, and leadership. Their collective commitment to the well-being and development of our children will undoubtedly drive SouthSide Early Childhood Center to new heights. 

About SouthSide Early Childhood Center: 

At SouthSide Early Childhood Center, we know that early childhood education can be the difference between being left behind and leading the way. We are an early childhood center that creates equitable and inclusive learning opportunities and support services for all children and families. We work alongside families to eliminate bias and actively strive for an antiracist approach to all our practices, programs, policies, and platforms.  

SouthSide has served the South City community in St. Louis for over 130 years and is the oldest early childhood center west of the Mississippi. Currently, 85% of SouthSide’s children come from families with low incomes and roughly 30% come from immigrant families. While its approach and methods have evolved over the decades, today SouthSide puts its mission into action through four pillars: education, health, connection, and thought leadership. 

 
 
Cleo Fisher