Dr. Jun Kim, Assistant Professor of Environmental Engineering at Florida Polytechnic University, proudly represented both the university and the Korean-American community at the 2025 Future Leaders’ Conference in Seoul, South Korea. Chosen by the South Korean Consulate, Kim was one of only 60 professionals selected worldwide to share his impactful water treatment research on the global stage.

Shumaker Advisors Executive Vice President and Principal of the U.S. Cities Practice and former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn was recently honored with the 2025 Leadership Florida Chair’s Award. The prestigious award was presented by Ron Christaldi, Chair of the Leadership Florida Board of Directors and President and CEO of Shumaker Advisors, during Leadership Florida’s Annual Meeting. 

GrayRobinson welcomes Shareholder Roger Handberg to its Orlando office. As former U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida, recognized as the second largest and one of the busiest in the nation, he brings 20+ years of prosecutorial and litigation experience to the firm’s high-stakes white-collar defense, government investigations, and complex litigation practice.

GreenPointe Holdings is pleased to announce the promotion of Brad Odom to Development Director, North Florida Region. Odom will help lead the planning and execution of residential and commercial development projects including GreenPointe’s recent acquisition in northeast Tallahassee. He will continue to lead GreenPointe’s land acquisition efforts in North Florida.

Talisha Faber has joined Suncoast’s Economic Development team, serving Southwest Florida and beyond. Her experience driving economic growth and client success will be instrumental in supporting Suncoast’s mission of building inclusive, financially empowered communities by creating and strengthening relationships with community organizations, leaders, and stakeholders.

Charley Brooks has joined Suncoast's Economic Development team, serving Central Florida and beyond. She will advance Suncoast’s mission of fostering thriving, resilient communities by creating strategic alliances that promote financial wellness, increase access to affordable financial services and support initiatives around workforce development and small business growth.

The Florida College System Council of Presidents (COP) selected Seminole State College President Dr. Georgia Lorenz as Chair. Under Dr. Lorenz’s leadership, Seminole State was named among the top 10 community and state colleges in the nation by the Aspen Institute. Her dedication to education and transformative leadership continues to inspire colleagues and students alike.

LLW is excited to announce Julia Lomonico has joined the firm as Of Counsel. Julia is an accomplished environmental and administrative law attorney with over a decade of experience in water policy, permitting, and litigation. She previously served in various roles at the South Florida Water Management District, including Interim General Counsel. Learn more at LLW-LAW.com.

Priority Marketing's Media Relations Manager, Noelani Fender, APR, recently earned her professional public relations accreditation and received the designation of Accredited in Public Relations (APR) from the Florida Public Relations Association’s (FPRA) Southwest Florida Chapter. Fender crafts strategic communication plans, develops compelling storylines, and leads PR efforts for nonprofits, small businesses and local franchises.

Diamond Custom Homes welcomes Diego Carvajal as Architectural Designer. With over 20 years of creative and technical experience, Carvajal has worked on residential and commercial projects in New York and independently. He also spent 12 years teaching architectural drafting. In his new role, he collaborates to deliver innovative, sustainable designs that meet client goals and budgets.

First Commerce Credit Union named Tallahassee native Symone Thompson as its 2025 MyWay Scholarship recipient. A student at Spelman College, Thompson is pursuing political science with a minor in economics and is active in groups like Future Business Leaders of Spelman and the Spelman-Morehouse Pre-Law Society. She expects to graduate in 2027.

The Board of Directors of Capital City Bank Group announces Bethany Corum has been named President of Capital City Bank. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone as Corum becomes the first female president in the Bank's history. She assumes this role with extensive experience and a deep commitment to championing the mission and continued success of Capital City Bank.