Jason McCray serves as Vice President of Commercial Banking for United Southern Bank, overseeing key markets in Leesburg and The Villages. With nearly two decades in banking leadership, he has directed high-performing commercial loan departments and guided complex underwriting operations. Jason excels at leveraging creative lending solutions to achieve his client’s goals. 

Paramount Hospitality Management has appointed Carlos Adorno as General Manager of Avanti International Resort. With 35+ years in hospitality and senior roles at Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, Marriott, and boutique hotels, Adorno is recognized for his hands-on leadership, team development, and operational expertise, driving efficiency, service excellence, and guest satisfaction.

Paramount Hospitality Management has appointed Ricardo Merchant as General Manager of Wyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center. With 20+ years in hospitality and prior GM experience at Avanti International Resort, Merchant brings expertise in hotel management, guest relations, and operations, with a leadership style rooted in empathy and resilience.

Paramount Hospitality Management has appointed Cynthia Younes as District Director of Sales & Catering. With 20+ years in hospitality, she is recognized for her strategic, results-driven approach, success in corporate, pharma, and government sectors, and ability to build high-performing teams while driving revenue growth and strengthening client relationships.

Erin Gibbs has joined SlateStone Wealth, headquartered in Jupiter, FL, as Chief Equity Strategist, bringing over 25 years of experience managing institutional-grade portfolios for clients nationwide. A recognized leader in quantitative equity research and portfolio strategy, she will design and manage a new small- and mid-cap (SMID) strategy, working with CIO Daniel Payne to integrate quantitative and fundamental approaches. Her appointment enhances SlateStone’s bespoke investment capabilities, advancing tailored strategies and disciplined execution for high- and ultra-high-net-worth families nationwide. 

We’re excited to announce that Chris Gentile, Co-CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Florida Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs! Chris brings a strong commitment to youth development and years of leadership within the movement. We’re honored to have his voice and experience helping guide our statewide efforts.

Sonya Deen Hartley, Vice President of Government Relations at JM Family Enterprises, has joined the Board of Directors for the Florida Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs! With decades of experience in public policy and advocacy, Sonya brings valuable insight and strong legislative expertise to our mission of supporting Clubs and championing Florida’s youth.

Joanne Braccio, Founder of St. Petersburg nonprofit Love Thy Neighbor, has been named a 2025 Nation of Neighbors℠ empowerment award recipient by Royal Neighbors of America®. She received a $10,000 grant to expand services for vulnerable residents, including women fleeing domestic violence, cancer patients, veterans, and families relying on the group’s food pantry and thrift store.

The Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA) has named Marcella Lucio-Chinchilla as its 2025-26 president. Since 2011, she has served as vice president of sales and business development at Silver Vase, one of the nation’s largest orchid growers. She has held multiple leadership roles within FNGLA, including chairing the TPIE planning committee.

Care Resource, a leading Federally Qualified Health Center serving Miami-Dade and Broward counties, announces the appointment of Karin Sabey as its new Chief Executive Officer. With over 25 years of experience in nonprofit healthcare leadership, Karin is a transformational executive known for guiding organizations through growth, transition, and operational change.

Jack E. Delcamp has joined Shutts & Bowen LLP’s Tampa office as a partner in the Business Litigation Practice Group. A Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator, Delcamp’s practice is primarily focused on complex civil litigation matters, with an emphasis on disputes related to real estate.

United Capital welcomes Adam Lipkin as Managing Director of Capital Markets. With 20+ years in South Florida CRE finance and $3.2B in closed transactions, he will lead debt and equity solutions for the firm’s portfolio and third-party clients, bringing expertise across multifamily, hospitality, commercial, and specialty assets.

Jordan Kendall has joined Kaufman Rossin as Chief Marketing Officer. With 25 years of experience across global accounting and consulting firms, he will oversee marketing strategy, brand positioning and go‑to‑market initiatives at Florida’s largest independent CPA and advisory firm. 

The Vero Beach Museum of Art has named Sara Klein as Director of Education and Visitor Experience. Since 2018, she has led inclusive programs, the Museum Art School, and the Art Zone. In 2024, she added visitor services and now oversees education, visitor experience, and the museum store. Klein holds an M.A. in Art History and has held roles at major U.S. museums.

The Vero Beach Museum of Art has appointed Suzanne Seldes as Deputy Director. Seldes joined VBMA in 2024 as Director of Marketing and later took on technology. A former EVP at The Strong Museum, she led marketing, rebranding, and tourism efforts. In Vero since 2018, she’ll now oversee operations including marketing, tech, HR, and more. She holds a B.A. in Economics.

Ken Crotty specializes in Estate Planning, Taxation and Corporate & Business Law, advising high-net-worth individuals and businesses on complex legal and regulatory matters. He structures estate plans and guides clients through formation, governance, and succession. Before joining Hill Ward Henderson, Ken was a partner at the law firm of Gassman, Crotty & Denicolo, P.A.