Jannelle Kubinec
As WestEd’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Jannelle Kubinec brings over 24 years of experience transforming outcomes for children, youths, and their families through research, policy, and technical assistance. Previously she led major federally funded centers, driving major policy changes related to early learning and K–12 funding and accountability systems, and building and strengthening operational systems at WestEd. Janelle has dedicated her career to social and public good, with experience in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She is nationally recognized for her work related to school finance and effective resource allocation. Notable contributions include guiding California through a once-in-a-generation redesign and transformation of its K–12 funding formula and accountability system and serving as principal architect and manager of a diverse team of researchers and policy experts to craft the California Master Plan for Early Learning and Care.