ChildNet Executive and Leadership Team

Lawrence Rein, the Chief Executive Officer at ChildNet, directs the organization's overarching strategy and mission execution. Rein guides ChildNet's commitment to providing foster care and adoption services, with a specific emphasis on supporting older youth and sibling groups who have experienced trauma. This leadership role involves fostering strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders to enhance the recruitment and support of foster parents. Rein ensures the organization's programs align with the needs of children requiring foster care and families pursuing adoption. Overseeing the strategic direction, Lawrence Rein drives ChildNet's impact in Broward and Palm Beach Counties, focusing on sustainable growth and effective service delivery for children in need.

Wayne Morgan, the Chief Financial Officer at ChildNet, manages all financial operations and fiscal strategy. Morgan oversees the budgeting, financial planning, and reporting processes critical to ChildNet's nonprofit mission. This involves ensuring the efficient allocation of resources to support foster care recruitment, adoption services, and youth programs, including aftercare and educational initiatives. Wayne Morgan's financial oversight extends to managing grants, donations, and operational expenditures, guaranteeing fiscal responsibility and sustainability. The Chief Financial Officer plays a vital part in maintaining the financial health of the organization, enabling ChildNet to effectively serve children in need and prospective foster and adoptive families across its service areas.

Donna Skees, the Deputy Chief Financial Officer at ChildNet, assists in managing the organization's financial health and operational efficiency. Skees supports the Chief Financial Officer in overseeing budgeting, financial analysis, and compliance related to ChildNet's foster care and adoption services. This involves ensuring accurate financial reporting and contributing to the strategic allocation of funds for youth services, including aftercare programs and educational resources. Donna Skees plays a crucial role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization, supporting initiatives aimed at recruiting and supporting foster parents and facilitating adoptions. The Deputy Chief Financial Officer's contributions are essential for ChildNet's sustained ability to provide vital services to children and families in Broward and Palm Beach Counties.

Neiko Shea, the Chief of Staff at ChildNet, provides strategic support and operational coordination across key departments. Shea facilitates the execution of ChildNet's mission by streamlining internal processes and ensuring alignment between leadership initiatives and day-to-day operations. This role involves managing special projects, driving cross-functional collaboration, and enhancing organizational efficiency to better serve children in need of foster care and adoption services. Neiko Shea supports the Chief Executive Officer in implementing strategic priorities, focusing on the recruitment and support of foster parents, particularly for older youth and siblings. The Chief of Staff ensures that ChildNet's operational framework effectively supports its commitment to trauma-informed care and family reunification in Broward and Palm Beach Counties.

Alcolya St. Juste, the Chief Legal Officer at ChildNet, oversees all legal matters and ensures compliance with relevant regulations governing foster care and adoption services. St. Juste provides critical legal guidance on matters pertaining to child welfare, family law, and nonprofit governance. This leadership position involves managing risk, advising on policy development, and ensuring that ChildNet's operations adhere to state and federal laws. Alcolya St. Juste's expertise is vital in protecting the organization's interests while upholding its commitment to children in need, prospective foster parents, and adoptive families. The Chief Legal Officer ensures that ChildNet's legal framework robustly supports its mission in Broward and Palm Beach Counties.