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2027 Proposed Board Slate
7/1/2026
The MPI South Florida Chapter Governance and Nominating Committee has selected the following individuals, whom we believe to have the skills, dedication and integrity to provide outstanding leadership to our chapter during their term of office. As a member in good standing, you have the right to review and challenge the slate of directors as indicated in the chapter bylaws. If positions remain uncontested, the slate of officers will be considered approved by a unanimous vote after 30 days. Please congratulate and thank these members for their service.
Officers
| Position | Name and Company | Term (Insert Dates) |
|---|---|---|
| President | Melissa Acosta – Cultural Spark | 2027 |
| President-Elect | Alanna Caron - Iconic Event Experiences | 2027 |
| Immediate Past President | Carrie Zimmerman - American Express Global Business Travel | 2027 |
| Vice President of Education | Henry Bowles – The Henry Bowles Company | 2027 |
| Vice President of Finance | Monika Lescano Fehrer - LiveFusion Events | 2027 |
| Vice President of MarComm | Carol Edmond – Place of Aroma | 2027 |
| Vice President of Special Events | Joyce Vivacue | 2027 |
| Vice President of Membership | Gilbert Villard – Visit Fort Lauderdale | 2027 |
Directors (Board Members)
| Position | Name and Company | Term (Insert Dates) |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Membership | Adell Mullen - Socially Glam Collective - Photo Booth & Video / Strategic Experience & Brand Activations | 2027 |
| Director of Student and University Relations | Michele Leyden – Plunge Beach Resort | 2027 |
| Director of Corporate Sponsorships | VACANT | 2027 |
| Director of Special Events | Paola Guzman – BBJ Tavola | 2027 |
| Director of Chapter Collaboration | Jeff Gold – Event Services Group | 2027 |
| Director of Leadership Development | Allison Gilchrest – Panache Events | 2027 |
| Director of Education Content | VACANT | 2027 |
| Director of Education Logistics | Stefanie White – The Seagate | 2027 |
| Director of MarComm | VACANT | 2027 |
| Regional Council Representative | VACANT | 2027 |
Please direct any questions to: Allison Gilchrest, Immediate Past President, allisongilchrest@panacheevents.com
A copy of the Chapter bylaws can be requested by emailing: admin@mpisouthflorida.org
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