The Board of Directors has a mandate to oversee and steward Kids Brain Health Network. Accountable to the NCE Secretariat, the Board reports twice annually on Kids Brain Health’s activities and progress. In response to priorities and opportunities arising, the Board has also created several committees to guide various aspects of the Network. KBHN holds board meetings four times per year.
The Board comprises twelve to fifteen Directors, who serve one- to three-year terms, renewable for a further term. Directors represent academic, business, and community sectors. Kids Brain Health is fortunate to have an exceptionally talented and diverse group of Directors. All are rich in experience and have an active interest in helping Kids Brain Health realize its vision.
Responsibilities:
- Provide overall guidance on the management of Kids Brain Health operations
- Provide direction to the strategic plans and objectives of Kids Brain Health
- Approve Kids Brain Health business plans, budgets, and financial reports
- Review the recommendations of the Scientific Advisory Board and the Research Management Committee
Active Board Members
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Sara Saber Freedman,
Board Chair, Kids Brain Health Network
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Dr. Julia E. Moore,
Board Vice-Chair, Kids Brain Health Network
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Valorie Crooks,
Member, Host Institution Representative
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Liz Choi,
Member
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Jamie Dunlop,
Member
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Saul Katz,
Member
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Oksana Khomyak,
Member
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William Kovalchuk,
Member
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David Kuik,
Member
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Sarah Jane Lee,
Member
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Sarah Lippé,
Researcher Representative & Member
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Erin Selby,
Member
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Jennifer Zwicker,
Chief Scientist & Guest attendee
Past Board Members
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William Pratt,
Member
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Chris Kelly,
NCE Representative
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Angela Clancy,
Member
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James Reynolds,
CSO & Guest attendee
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Geoff Pradella,
Board Co-Chair, Kids Brain Health Network
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Nicky Lewis,
CEO & Guest attendee
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Michael Richards,
Member, Host Institution Representative
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Christine Williams,
Member
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Bonnie Healy,
Member
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Sara Esam,
Previous, NCE Representative
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James W. Dearing,
Member
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Julia Hanigsberg,
Member
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Pascal Marchand,
Previous NCE Representative & Guest attendee