Governor-Elect

The Governor-Elect is a member of the District Board of Trustees and shall be responsible for supporting Kiwanis programs and goals in the District. The Board of Trustees and/or governor may assign other duties.


2024-2025 District Governor Elect
Barb Carter
Kiwanis Club of Sheraden

Professional Experience

Barb has worked in the field of Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities and Autism for over 30 years in various capacities, from residential Direct Support Professional, Supervisor and Program Specialist to Supports Coordinator to her current role with the Allegheny County Department of Human Services Office of Developmental Supports as a Promising Practice Coordinator. She has worked for Allegheny County DHS for over 17 years.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology – Indiana University of PA (1992)
  • Brashear High School

Key Skills

  • Organized/Planful
  • Meeting coordination and facilitation
  • Flexible and compassionate
  • Enthusiasm
  • Lead by example

Kiwanis Experience

  • Circle K (1988 – 1992)
    • Club Vice President
    • Lt. Governor
    • Club K-Family Relations chair
    • Club Membership Development and Education Chair
  • Joined Kiwanis June 2010
    • Chaired several club projects
    • Club Board Member several years
    • Club President
    • Division 5 Lt. Governor 3 terms
    • Region 2 Trustee
    • Aktion Club District Administrator (2016 – present)
    • Past Lt. Governor’s Association (PLGA) – Vice President and President
    • Served on several planning and district committees (MidYear and District Convention Planning, JEDI)

Kiwanis Honors

  • Distinguished Club President
  • Distinguished Kiwanian – 5 years
  • Hero in Service
  • Pliny Wilson Fellow

Activities and Interests

  • Spending time with family and friends
  • Camping, Hiking and Outdoor Activities with my husband
  • Karaoke
  • Coloring
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