Leadership

Guided by Compassion. United by Purpose.

Meet the Team

Brandon Wilkins

Executive Director

Brandon Wilkins joined Literacy Collier in May of 2020 as the organization’s first Development Director. Brandon has been instrumental in growing the revenue and donor base of Literacy Collier over the last 4 years. In September 2023, Brandon stepped into the Executive Director role, continuing his work in helping Literacy Collier continue to grow

Contact:

239.262.4448, Ext 303
bwilkins@collierliteracy.org

Sandra Barreto

Office Manager

Sandra has been an integral part of Literacy Collier since 2006. Born in Peru, her proficiency in English and Spanish provides major support to the adult program in addition to overseeing the organization’s administrative duties and event planning. A graduate of Southwestern State College, she is dedicated to making a positive impact on our students and provides her support where needed.

Contact:

239.262.4448, Ext. 301
sbarreto@collierliteracy.org

Veronica Pavon-Baker

Director of Adult Programs

Veronica has over thirty years of experience in adult training and development, working closely with the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) Adult ESOL Programs. A retired administrator from Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Veronica holds two Master’s degrees, one in Education in Curriculum and Instruction with ESL Specialization and another in Business Administration. Veronica’s extensive background in teaching, student assessment and administration is helping Literacy Collier develop first class tutors for the Adult Program.

Contact:

239.262.4448, Ext 303
vpavonbaker@collierliteracy.org

Samantha Zuniga

Director of Families Programs

Samantha Zuniga came to Literacy Collier in March 2020 as a test proctor. With great skills in marketing and IT, Samantha quickly accepted the additional role of Marketing Coordinator. Born in Peru, she also lived in Spain for 6 years before coming to Naples in 2016. Samantha has a degree in Computer Engineering from Vista Alegre College in Madrid, Spain, and she is currently pursuing a degree in Digital Marketing from State University of Illinois. In her time here, Samantha has broadened the reach of Literacy Collier with her skills in design and ability to convey the Literacy Collier message. Look for Samantha on Facebook, email, and Twitter, where she is telling everyone about the great work of Literacy Collier staff and volunteers.

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