LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE
STEWARDING THE MISSION. EXPANDING THE RING.
Experienced nonprofit, education, development, and circus leadership guides COTK’s next chapter.
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
THE PEOPLE ACCOUNTABLE FOR THE NEXT ACT.
Chief Executive Officer
Olivier Lazar
Olivier brings experience in organizational transformation, nonprofit management, education, leadership development, and academic partnerships to expand COTK’s reach and sustainability.
Founder
Bruce Pfeffer
A performer, champion juggler, teacher, and program creator, Bruce founded Circus of the Kids in 1982 and built its distinctive approach to youth confidence through circus arts.
Development Director
Christine Kane
Christine leads development work that connects donors, sponsors, grants, and community partners with COTK’s priorities for access, scholarships, and sustainable growth.
NONPROFIT GOVERNANCE
OVERSIGHT IN SERVICE OF YOUNG PEOPLE.
The Board of Directors provides fiduciary oversight, strategic stewardship, and accountability for the organization’s charitable mission. Executive leadership manages operations and program growth within that governance framework.
Contact the COTK team with questions about governance, organizational priorities, partnerships, or development.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
GOVERNANCE ROLES
Tammy Keeney
Chair
Eddie Boyd
Secretary
Vivian Bracewell
Treasurer
Dr. David Pargman
Member at Large
Brian Langlais
Member at Large
Board listing as per July 2026.