Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors isn’t just a governing body—it’s a driving force behind the Chamber’s mission. These influential business leaders bring strategic vision, expertise, and passion to ensure that Palm Beach County remains a thriving hub for business, innovation, and economic success. Their commitment strengthens our local economy, supports our members, and enhances the opportunities available to businesses and professionals alike.
Board of Directors
James Johnson
Chair
Blue Ocean Capital, Shareholder and Director of Investment Operations
Allen Gast
Chair Elect
Gast Construction Group, President
David Gobeo
Secretary
FordHarrison LLP, Office Managing Partner
Katie Block
Treasurer
Related Ross
Michael Davis
Past Chair
WGI, Inc., Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer
Telsula Morgan
General Counsel
Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A.
Brandon Cabrera
At-Large
The BrandX Company, President/CEO
Barbara James
At-Large
Baptist Health , Vice President Foundation
Bill Bone
BillBone Law Group, Partner
Barbara Cipriano
Palm Beach State College, Provost & Dean
Cody Crowell
Frisbie Group, Managing Director
Donald Dufresne
Becker
Tara Duhy
Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A., Executive Shareholder
William Edgar
Florida Crystals Corporation
Todd Fleming
PGA Tour | Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches
Jamie Gavigan
Shutts & Bowen LLP
Ned Grace
NDT Development, Managing Partner
Matt Hedrick
Hedrick Brothers Construction, Business Development
Dana Herst
Nicklaus Children's , Government & Community Affairs
Ryan Hobbie
CEMEX, Account Manager
Elizabeth Houlihan
Keiser University, Director of Student Services
Zachary Jacobson
Gunster
Rex Kirby
Verdex Construction, President
Don Kiselewski
Florida Power & Light Company, Sr. Director of External Affairs
Katrina Long Robinson
Cornerstone Solutions Florida, LLC
Tara McCoy
HSS Florida, CEO
J. Duane Meeks
Potentia Academy, Chief Executive Officer
Julia Murphy
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County, Chief Advancement Officer
Eileen O'Malley
Nelson Mullins
Estrella Parada
The Space Connect, CEO
Shane Savage
PATHOS, Chief Strategy Officer
Debra Schwinn
Palm Beach Atlantic University, President
Grasford Smith
Akerman LLP
Ken Tuma
Urban Design Studio, Managing Principal
Matt Wallsmith
South Florida Fair & PBC Expositions, Inc., CEO
