Leadership Seminole

Alumni Shout Out: Congratulations to?Pedro Turushina, Class 34,?for being one of the Orlando Business Journal’s 2025 40 Under 40 Honorees.

Class 34 went through a unique experience on Friday. They were led by Well Said PR through SIMSOC (simulated society). This one day immersive activity is one thing that separates Leadership Seminole from other programs. We are thrilled we have been able to offer it for so many years. The alumni love to reminisce on their SIMSOC day and many credit that time with challenging and changing some of their long-held beliefs. We are grateful to MIDFLORIDA Credit Union, SINNS & THOMAS ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS INC, Lake Mary Kitchen and Bath, Holy Cross Lake Mary and Chianti's Pizza and Pasta as well as our Premier partners AdventHealth and Wharton-Smith, Inc. for sponsoring this session.

Another great Coffee & Conversation was held last Wednesday at Seminole State College, Heathrow Campus. We were fortunate to hear Carol from Sidus Space, Inc, share how she started her company and founded The Danny Craig Foundation. Her dedication and vision are truly inspiring! A huge thank you to our presenting sponsor, Addition Financial Credit Union, and EPIC Engineering & Consulting Group, LLC. We also extend our appreciation to our supporting sponsors, Professional Real Estate Company, Orlando Magic, and our Premier Partners, AdventHealth and Wharton-Smith, Inc.

Alumni Shout Out: Congratulations to Mike Seiple, Class 32, for being recognized as Volunteer of the Year by IMPOWER for his ongoing support and dedication. Mike's commitment to making a difference is truly inspiring!

Alumni Shout Out: Congratulations Andy Searles, Class 24 for receiving the 2024 Citizen of the Year Award from the Casselberry Police Department.

Alumni Shout Out: Congratulations to Latisha Howard, Class 31, on being featured on the Orlando Voyager. Be sure to read the full article and learn more about her incredible story. Plus, Latisha’s new book is launching soon! Join the celebration at her book launch. We’re proud of all her achievements! https://lnkd.in/dqNQpbDN https://lnkd.in/dc5dgqSx

Join us for a casual get-together at Rock & Brews Oviedo. This edition of After-Hours is generously sponsored by Rock & Brews Oviedo and One Florida Bank.

Start this Wednesday with an inspiring conversation with Carol Craig, CEO of Sidus Space Inc. Join us for an incredible opportunity to connect with Carol Craig, the pioneering founder and CEO of Sidus Space Inc. (NASDAQ: SIDU). Carol made history as the first female founder of a space-based company to go public, and she’s here to share her inspiring journey with us. When: March 5, 2025 Where: Seminole State College - Heathrow Time: 8:00 - 9:30am Register: https://lnkd.in/eXRkqtqW

Class 34 got an in-depth look at the Human Services available in Seminole County last Friday. We started our day with an explanation of the Independent Sector from Mark Brewer and the Central Florida Foundation followed by a panel on homelessness and affordable housing. Four organizations working to prevent homelessness and help those experiencing homelessness were represented; Seminole County Government, Christian HELP, HOPE Helps, and Rescue Outreach Mission - the class had great questions about this complex problem. We toured Kids House where their team is dedicated to preventing child abuse and helping child abuse victims. We toured The Sharing Center where the class was able to see the drop-in services for the homeless, mental health support for those in crisis, the food pantry, the donation center and the thrift store which helps to fund their mission. Our group had lunch at Inspire before touring this unique spot in Seminole County which serves adults with special needs and also uses social enterprise. We visited a neighborhood in Casselberry that boasts three homes built by Habitat for Humanity and spoke with a home-owner before heading out to The Village, an IMPOWER program. Here the class was able to see a group home for young adults who have aged out of foster care as well as listen to a presentation from Boys Town Central Florida; an organization that provides on site foster housing and in-home services for children. Finally, we heard from Meals on Wheels, etc who are caring for the elderly in our area with home-delivered meals and more. Thanks to the Senior Resource Alliance, the class wrote Easter cards to our neighbors in need. This day is eye-opening and also heart-warming for our group. We are grateful to JP Morgan Chase, The Sharing Center, Lake Mary Kitchen and Bath, and Northland Church for making this day possible as well as our premier partners AdventHealth and Wharton Smith Construction group.