Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill announced Wednesday that Lt. Governor-elect Dale Caldwell will serve as chair of her gubernatorial transition team, and Kellie Doucette will serve as the team’s executive director.
Caldwell, an experienced leader in education, business and community development, most recently served as President of Centenary University and has been a longtime advocate for economic opportunity and public service in New Jersey. He will oversee the strategic direction of the transition process to ensure the Sherrill-Caldwell administration is ready for action on Day One.
Doucette, who spent much of her private sector career in finance and health care and has held senior leadership roles in government and nonprofit organizations, will lead the operations of the transition team as it develops policy and personnel recommendations for the incoming administration.
Most recently, Doucette served as district director in Sherrill’s Congressional office. She is recognized for her expertise in operational strategy and for her work building strong, collaborative teams committed to effective and transparent governance.
“I am thrilled to have Dale and Kellie leading our transition,” Sherrill said. “Lieutenant Governor-elect Caldwell brings an unmatched combination of vision, experience, and dedication to our team, while Kellie’s leadership and management expertise will ensure we hit the ground running. Together, they embody the values of service, integrity and innovation that will guide our administration.”
Caldwell said he is eager to get to work.
“Governor-elect Sherrill represents a new era of leadership for New Jersey — one rooted in collaboration, effectiveness and action,” he said. “I’m honored to help lead this transition and ensure her administration is ready to deliver for the people of our state from Day One.”
The Sherrill Transition Team will announce additional members and policy advisory committees in the coming weeks.
