Rosalie Slaughter is an entrepreneur and early childhood education leader with more than 20 years of experience owning and operating multiple childcare facilities and related businesses. She brings a practitioner's perspective grounded in firsthand experience serving families and communities.

Tanetta has a deep, longstanding connection to Southeast Children's Fund, having previously worked within the organization and contributed to its legacy of community-based workforce development. Her insight into provider needs, community realities, and educator success strengthens the Board's understanding of on-the-ground implementation and impact.