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Our Leaders Championing the Tech Revolution

Our Board of Directors comprises a mix of tech industry veterans, vibrant entrepreneurs, and community leaders who share our mission of cultivating South Florida’s thriving tech hub.

Board Officers

CHAIR

Deana Pizzo 

CEO, IT Solutions of South Florida

CHAIR

Grace Kurian 

VP of IT, NextEra Energy Inc.

Treasurer

Rich Viens 

Founder, Values Driven

Secretary

James Stepan 

Law Offices of James A. Stepan, P.A.

Immediate Past-Chair

Michael Fowler  

CEO, Pivot Point Strategies

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Louis Balbirer 

Principal, Kaufman, Rossin & Co.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

David Coddington 

Sr. VP of Business Development, Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance

CEO (NON VOTING)

Nikki Cabus 

CEO Tech Hub

Celebrating Diversity

We believe diversity drives innovation. Our Board consists of both male and female members from various ethnic backgrounds, including Caucasian, Asian/Indian, Hispanic, and African American. We also ensure geographical representation from Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, and the Treasure Coast.

Gender Diversity

Ethnic Diversity

Geographic Diversity

Board Members

From IT solution providers to financial advisors, our board members bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from different sectors of the tech industry.

Kelly Boyle

Kelly Boyle

Financial Advisor

Ameriprise Financial Services

Andrew Koenig

Andrew Koenig

CEO

City Furniture

Christine Vanderpool

Christine Vanderpool

CISO

Florida Crystals

Mike Conway

Mike Conway

CTO

Bidtellect

Michael Corbit

Michael Corbit

Vice President

CareerSource Palm Beach

Rob Evans

Rob Evans

Director of Business Development

CareerSource Broward

John Igoe

John Igoe

Shareholder

Locke Lord

Howard Gitten

Howard Gitten

Shareholder

Locke Lord

The Heart of our Work

From Tech Talent to Signature Events and Startup Resources, our Core Pillars each contribute to the growth and development of South Florida’s technology ecosystem.

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TALENT

Aims to develop a pipeline of tech talent by collaborating with local educational institutions, ensuring a steady flow of skilled individuals into the tech industry and startups.

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BRAND

Dedicated to creating a strong regional tech brand to attract businesses and talent, thus fostering a prosperous startup ecosystem within the community.

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STARTUPS

Connects high-growth tech startups with entrepreneurial support organizations and resources, providing the foundation they need to thrive.

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COMMUNITY

Strives to bring together a diverse group of professionals, serving as their collective voice and thought leader in the region.

Paying Homage to the Pioneers

From Tech Talent to Signature Events and Startup Resources, our Board Committees each contribute to the growth and development of South Florida’s technology ecosystem.

Aaron Wormus | Member
Alan Murphy Jr. | Chairman
Alyson Seligman | Member
AJ Ripin | Committee Chair
Brian Cartland | Ex-Officio Member
Bryan Conklin | Startup Council Chair
Chris Cook | Treasurer

Chris Nielson | Member
Clay Williams | Member
David Bates | Member
Frank Barbato | Member
Gabriel Goldstein | Vice Chairman
Gregg Weiss | Member
Henry Tavarez | Member

Jacqueline Grellinger | Member
Jim York | Member
John Studdard | Member
Kevin Hutchinson | Member
Michael Fowler | Committee Chair
Ryan Boylston | Member
Shawn Rowan | Ex-Officio Member