Our weekly list of Business People on the Move highlights Palm Beach County professionals who are making a difference. These are people from a variety of sectors, public and private, working in charities, courts, private practices, etc. They advance within their industry, advance their careers, and stand out for their service within our community.
This week's Professional Players to Watch are:
Jessica Cecere joins Children's Counseling Center board of directors
The Children's Counseling Center's Board of Directors recently voted to: Jessica Cecere As a returning member, I will provide my expertise as we continue to advance the nonprofit's mission. Cecere is the former Chief Executive Officer of Nonprofits First, Inc. and has over 35 years of experience as a nonprofit leader. Since 1999, the Center for Child Counseling has been building the foundation for Palm Beach County children and their families to live playful, healthy, and hopeful lives.
Child guidance center appoints executive director
The Child Guidance Center recently announced this. Ljubica “Zibby” Cilichas joined as a senior director. She will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the Palm Beach County-based nonprofit's strategic direction, including a focus on organizational and program development, expansion, and fundraising. .
Worth Avenue jewelry and art shop appoints managing partner
In an effort to improve the luxury retail experience, Eric Gantwag has been named managing partner of Provident Jewelry & Fine Art Boutique in Palm Beach. The location opened in early November on Worth Avenue and is designed to provide an immersive experience where jewelry and fine art intertwine.
Palms West Hospital adds two new patients.
Michael “Mickey” Smith and Dr. Deborah Roney has been elected to the HCA Florida Palms West Hospital Board of Directors. Mr. Smith has been a practicing attorney for over 40 years and has been a shareholder in Lesser Lesser Lundy & Smith PLLC, a local personal injury law firm, since 2004. Ronnie is a head and neck surgeon who has been treating patients in Palms West. Hospital 2010. She is a Diplomate Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
Caron Treatment Centers Appoints Vice President in Caron, Florida
Caron Treatment Centers, a nonprofit behavioral health leader for nearly 70 years and dedicated to treatment, research, prevention and addiction medical education, was recently appointed. Javier Rey, Caron Florida Executive Vice President and member of Caron's executive leadership team. Caron Treatment Center is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization specializing in addiction and behavioral health care treatment, research, prevention, and addiction medical education.
County education group adds two people to board
The Palm Beach County Education Foundation announced that it serves as a link between the county's public schools, the private sector, and the community. Ruth Guerra and erica whitfield joined the Board of Directors in the year of the Foundation's 40th anniversary. Mr. Guerra is currently part of Amazon's public policy team, leading economic policy for Canada and Latin America. Mr. Whitfield is a member of the Palm Beach County Board of Education representing School District 4. Founded in 1984, the Boynton Beach-based foundation is the school district's philanthropic partner and is committed to improving student achievement by supporting quality public education through partnerships and communities. Collaborations, grants, events, scholarships, and public awareness.
Quantum Foundation strengthens board with additions
The Quantum Foundation Board of Directors has appointed bradley harston to the board of directors. Hurston currently serves as Director of Asset Management at Krusen Capital Management, LLC. He earned his bachelor's degree in household management from The Ohio State University and his master's degree from the University of Miami. The Quantum Foundation's mission is to encourage and fund initiatives that improve the health of Palm Beach County residents.
West Palm Firm Adds Workers’ Compensation Attorney
Nicolas Latour He joined the law firm of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa as a workers' compensation attorney representing injured workers. Latour graduated from Florida International University and received his Juris Doctorate from Barry University School of Law. He began his legal career as an Assistant State's Attorney, litigating cases to bring justice to crime victims. Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa has offices in West Palm Beach and Port St. Lucie.
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