Board of Directors

2025 Upcoming Board Meetings

• January 22, 2025

• February 26, 2025

• March 26, 2025

• April 24, 2025

• May 28, 2025

• June 25, 2025

• July: NO MEETING

• August 27, 2025

• September 24, 2025

• October 22, 2025

• November 19, 2025

• December: NO MEETING

All board meetings take place at Heartland for Children from 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm and are open to the public.  For more information, call (863) 519-8900 x 200.

Meet the Board of Directors:

Stacy Campbell-Domineck, Board Chair

Stacy Campbell Domineck serves as the President & CEO for CareerSource Polk. Stacy leads a workforce system consisting of two full service career centers, a Mobile Unit, an Administrative Office and an Employer Services division within the fourth largest county in land mass in Florida. Stacy is currently serving as a board member for several community organizations, which include but are not limited to the Early Learning Coalition and Polk County’s Healthcare Oversight Committee.

Shawn Jiles, Board Secretary

Shawn Jiles began his legal career working as a criminal defense attorney in Bartow, FL. He is currently a Personal Injury Attorney in Winter Haven, FL. He is a member of the Bartow rotary and has previously served as President of the rotary club. Shawn is a former member of the board of directors for Habitat for Humanity of East Polk County. Over the years he has played a significant role organizing and hosting events such as the Adoption match picnic and the Foster Kids Expo.

 

Dina Russell, Board Member

Captain Russell has been employed with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office since 2006.  She currently serves as Captain over the Bureau of Criminal Investigations, including the Special Victims Section, investigating child abuse and missing children’s cases. Cpt. Russell has a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of South Florida and is a graduate of the 146^th Administrative Officer’s Course from the Southern Police Institute.  Her experience and dedication in keeping our community safe is an asset to the Board of Directors.

 

Stephen Cox, Board Member

Stephen Cox is currently the Executive Director of the Tallahassee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). Previously, he served as the Executive Director of the Bartow CRA for six years. He is dedicated to making these communities better for its families through several housing initiatives and infrastructure projects. Mr. Cox has cultivated relationships with civic groups and community leaders.  His experience in community outreach, budgeting, and mentoring will add great value to the Board.

 

Christia Johnson, Finance Committee

Ms. Johnson is currently the Budget and Management Services Director for the Polk County Board of County Commissioners.  She spent eleven years as a Senior Management and Budget Analyst prior to promotion and was the Analyst responsible for the Health and Human Services Division, as well as several others, over that time. Previously, she was an owner of a home-based business for many years. Ms. Johnson brings extensive leadership skills, financial expertise and long range planning experience to the board.

 

Deb Downing, Board Member

Ms. Downing retired as the Deputy Director of Programs and Services for Job and Family Services in Dayton, OH.  Deb has over 35 years of experience in child welfare as a social worker, administrator and educator.  She currently serves as a volunteer for several community organizations including the Highlands County Children’s Services Council, Highlands County Healthy Families, and the United Way.  Her experience in child welfare and community involvement makes Ms. Downing an asset to Heartland for Children’s Board and mission.

 

Gwinnell Brant, Board Member

Gwinnell Brant brings experience, expertise, and passion to the Board of Directors. She is a seasoned leader and professional, having retired from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office after serving her community for 33 years in multiple civilian and command staff roles, including Aide to the Sheriff, Director of Professional Compliance, and Director of Mental Health Services. As Chief Executive Officer of Brant Strategic Consulting Group, Gwinnell provides executive leadership training, strategic planning facilitation, and leadership consulting services to public safety and non-profit organizations. She holds a Doctorate of Strategic Leadership through Liberty University and a Masters Degree in Public Administration from Troy University.

Anne Pasco, Board Member

Ms. Pasco is currently the Assistant Superintendent of Information, Systems, and Technology for the Polk County School Board.  She previously served as the Asst. Superintendent and Executive Director of Innovation and Digital Learning in Illinois, along with various positions and certifications in educational leadership & technology.  Her experience and passion in digital equality for all students, regardless of their background, along with her involvement and  leadership in the educational community will bring great value to Heartland for Children’s Board.