The SOK Board of Directors helps govern our organization. It sets our high-level direction, develops strategic relationships, approves major expenditures, ensures legal compliance, manages risks… You know, the big stuff.
For example, during our annual Board of Directors meeting, they approved our updated three-year strategic plan that supports the growth of our weekend meal bag program, and increases the number children we serve each school year. Pretty big.
All Board Members have “term limits.” So, each year the board elects several new officers and members with different skills and strengths. And sometimes members move on to pursue new opportunities and interests. But it’s always a moment of positive change for everyone as we embrace what’s next and celebrate what was.
We Are Delighted to Welcome…
Connie
Vice Chairwoman Connie Anderson
Bruce
Treasurer Bruce Adler
Jane
Secretary Jane Rosenblum
And Express Our Deep Gratitude…
To our former Chairwoman and two outgoing board members who have served with diligence and distinction.
A special thank-you to Lauri Perdue, who has worked tirelessly as the Serving Our Kids Board of Directors Chairwoman for the past three years. She was elected to lead the board through a new and exciting phase in SOK’s development.
With the organization growing and helping more and more children across the community, Lauri shaped the board’s purpose and impact, kindled valuable community relationships, played a key role in developing our annual events, and became an important partner to CEO Laurie Tanakaya. We are grateful for her passionate leadership and thrilled that she will continue to serve on SOK’s Board of Directors.
Board Member Kelii Chock, Co-Founder of Picture Clean Consulting, has been instrumental in cultivating new community partnerships and developing an innovative rolling strategic planning timeline. This valuable tool organizes and aligns our strategic planning with day-to-day needs, and helps us make better, more timely decisions.
Kelii has also played a major role in two of our major annual events. He served as chairperson for our 2025 Bowl-A-Thon, which, under his leadership, generated the highest net profit in the history of the event. And for years, he helped coordinate the highly popular and successful Helicopter Ball drop at our annual golf event. Kelii will continue to be a big supporter of SOK’s mission and events.
Board Member David Shultis is the Co-Founder of Red Panda Systems, a Las Vegas IT company. During his tenure, David and his company used their expertise to implement new computers and tools that enabled SOK to operate more efficiently and effectively. David’s team will continue to support SOK with technical assistance and expertise, and we are thankful for their ongoing support.
