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Board of Directors

Board of Directors

Our volunteer board members bring a wide range of expertise and skills to the table to help guide RMHCCF’s strategies and long-term plans.

RMHCCF is a fantastic organization which provides  help to families who are dealing with significant medical issues with their child.  I saw this as an opportunity to get involved in order to help lessen the stress for these families so they can focus on being there for there child.  RMHCCF is here to assist all families, from those within a short drive to our hospitals to those who live across the world.

Eric Reed

Chair, Holland & Knight LLP

Eric Reed

Eric Reed

Board Chair

Holland & Knight LLP

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Eric was introduced to RMH through a neighbor and good friend. Says “It was on from there”.
Something Fun About Yourself: Eric’s first real job was selling Britney Spears and Backstreet Boys posters in Walmart and Kmart

Christina Kennedy

Christina Kennedy

First Vice-Chair

Foley & Lardner LLP

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF:  I stayed at a Ronald McDonald House as a child when having multiple eye surgeries in St. Pete and knew that when I became a “big kid” I wanted to be involved to help other families with kiddos with hospital stays so they have a warm and safe “home away from home.”
 
Something Fun About Yourself:  I enjoy spending time with my 2 daughters, Brynn and Sloane, and our dog (golden-lab mix) Hannah.

Daniel Smith

Daniel Smith

Second Vice-Chair

Valley National Bank

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF:  Dan has had a personal family connection to RMH from a young age.
Something Fun About Yourself:  When Dan turned 40 years old, he made his “bucket list”. First on his list was going to every single Buffalo Bills game whether they were at home or away. Now in year two, he will make each home game and one away game.

John Yuzzolin

John Yuzzolin

Treasurer

Wells Fargo Advisors

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Been on the board since January 2020 and have both volunteered and led teams of volunteers since 2009 at the houses.
Something Fun About Yourself: 5th Generation (Central) Floridian on my mom’s side. The last male Yuzzolin until my son was born in 2010, now it’s up to him to carry on the name.

Liza Donselaar

Liza Donselaar

Immediate Past Chair

Martin Brower

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Liza was introduced to RMH through her employer, Martin Brower which is a McDonald’s Supplier
Something Fun About Yourself: Liza enjoys traveling with her family and close friends

Orlando Alancastro

Orlando Alancastro

OUC – The Reliable One

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Orlando first learned of RMH from an event “Ride 5K”. After that, he volunteered at events and Share-A-Meal.
Something Fun About Yourself: Orlando enjoys going to UCF football games (Big Fan), golfing (when he can), and Loves getting out on
the water to go boating or fishing with the family.

Abbye Alexander

Abbye Alexander

Kaufman Dolowich Voluck LLP

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Been involved with the Ronald McDonald House for the past 10 years +.
Something Fun About Yourself: I have two beautiful daughters and a wonderful husband. We like to take road trips and visit as many places as possible.

Chris Alsip

Chris Alsip

Nemours Children’s Hospital

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Chris first volunteered at RMHC 25 years ago through his job at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. By doing so, he saw the impact that RMHC has on every family, and it drew him in immediately. He now works at Nemours Children’s Hospital and works daily with families benefiting from everything that RMHC provides.
Something Fun About Yourself:  Chris is an avid theme park and roller coaster enthusiast. He takes every chance to introduce his daughters to the best coasters in the country.

Shenele Bright

Shenele Bright

Darden Restaurants

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Shenele is the Immediate Past Chair of the Key Initiatives Young Professionals Committee.
Something Fun About Yourself: Shenele is fortunate to be able to share her birthday with her Mother and Grandpa, her dad!

Clayton Crofoot

Clayton Crofoot

REEL Surgical and Palm Casual Furniture

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Clayton was introduced to RMH through his friend Clay Osburne.
Something Fun About Yourself: Clayton loves to free dive and spear fish.

Melissa Crowley

Melissa Crowley

Cole, Scott, & Kissane, P.A.

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Melissa has been an RMH board member since 2022
Something Fun About Yourself: Melissa is an avid Gator fan … Go Gators!

Travis Damon

Travis Damon

JP Morgan Private Bank

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: I first got involved with RMHCCF by serving on the Young Professional Key Initiative Board.

Something Fun About Yourself: My family is from Buffalo, NY, which means I’m in constant pursuit of finding the best chicken wings outside of Western New York.

Brandon DeGel

Brandon DeGel

Winderweedle, Hines, Ward & Woodman, P.A.

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF:  Brandon joined the RMHCCF Board after serving as the Past Chair of the RMHCCF Key Initiatives Young Professionals Committee.
Something Fun About Yourself: Brandon went to the University of Florida … Go Gators! He enjoys playing beach volleyball and spending time with his wife and two daughters.

Justin Foley

Justin Foley

Foley5 Construction

Bio

Opened his own construction company, August 2021. Has newfound respect for private business owners. Met his wife in the Marine Corp. They travel a lot, so not always near family. Their family
became those they lived closest to. Enjoys, golfing because it is peaceful and relaxing.

Don Fones

Don Fones

REEL Surgical & RMH Story

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Don and his wife, Alana stayed at RMH in St. Petersburg when their son, Vance was born early.

Kim Hawkins

Kim Hawkins

H&L Partners

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Kim is a long-time marketing consultant for local McDonald’s restaurants. She is grateful to be able to help generate awareness of RMHC through local restaurants.
Something Fun About Yourself:Kim can proudly share that she has finished the People Magazine Crossword Puzzle in under seven minutes.

Jeff Justen

Jeff Justen

Turner Construction Company

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Jeff has been a member of the RMHCCF board since 2023 and is currently the Operations Committee Chair.
Something Fun About Yourself: Jeff enjoys traveling with his wife, Erin, and their three children, Oliver, Ford, and Millie.

Nimit Kapoor

Nimit Kapoor

Fifth Third Bank

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Have been a Board Member since 2013 when I moved to Orlando. I “grew up” through the RMHCCF’s KI program before joining the “big” board a few years prior.
Something Fun About Yourself: I’m an avid Cleveland sports fan! This year is always our year!

Andrea Kennedy

Andrea Kennedy

ABBVIE and ADPi Alumnae

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Andrea has been an RMH volunteer being an ADPi member at the University of Florida, she has been an in-house volunteer since 2018 and her company AbbVie has been a sponsor.
Something Fun About Yourself: Andrea is an avid Florida Gator fan. She also loves to travel and spend time in the water.

Brian McInis

Brian McInis

Federated Heremes

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF:  Eric Reed (Board Chair) introduced me to the organization during an Appetite for the Arches
event.

Something Fun About Yourself:  Brian used to drive racecars. He’s attended 300 concerts, including 25 Jimmy Buffet concerts. He played for the 16U and 17U United States National Ice Hockey teams. He loves to golf and especially loves to travel with his wife and two daughters.

Sarah Milford

Sarah Milford

Walgreens

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Sarah has been a long-time volunteer of RMHC through her employer, Walgreens.
Something Fun About Yourself: Sarah is an avid world traveler and scuba diver.

John Petrakis

John Petrakis

Community Volunteer

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: McDonald’s Owner/Operator for 35 years and charter member of 4 RMH (Jacksonville and Orlando)
Something Fun About Yourself: Love to travel, always with wine in mind

Kevin Potapow

Kevin Potapow

McDonald’s Owner Operator

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: My mother and father were both founding Board members of the Orlando house as well as Board members with the Gainesville house…my brother served on the board for the Gainesville house for over 20 years. It was inevitable for me to get involved since it’s been such a big part of our family for over 35 years
Something Fun About Yourself:I’m an avid Sporting Clays shooter and compete regularly, I also play competitive Racquetball, and enjoy Traveling with my Wife and son as often as possible.

Jamie Poulos

Jamie Poulos

Owner, Poulos & Bennett, Civil Enginner

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Jamie has been a volunteer for many years and joined the board in 2023.
Something Fun About Yourself:When Jamie was in High School and College, he played in a rock band.

Alan Rhine

Alan Rhine

Rhine Enterprises, Inc.

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: It is our charity of choice.
Something Fun About Yourself: Enjoy playing golf.

Astryd Rosa

Astryd Rosa

Bayshore Interactive

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Longtime volunteer, committee member, and chair, board member
Something Fun About Yourself: I have recently taken up an interest in the sport of fencing… Both of my kids fence and in the interest of helping them learn I have taken to the sport and love it

Elyse Starling

Elyse Starling

Starling Chevrolet

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Elyse grew up as a patient at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Her family did not need to stay at RMH but she met many families at APH that did utilize the house and she saw the significant impact it made on the families.
Something Fun About Yourself: Elyse likes to travel with her husband and their daughter.

Ryan Thomas

Ryan Thomas

Northpoint Mortgage

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Our daughter Rachael was born 8 weeks premature and the hospital and NICU were far from our home. My wife and I stayed at an RMH for 3 weeks.
Something Fun About Yourself: I am obsessed with Batman, and I have all the Batman Pez. Over the years my clients and employees have bought me Pez and I now have over 700 individual Pez with no duplicates.

Chad Tinetti

Chad Tinetti

Tavistock Development Company 

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: One of my cousins was in & out of RMH in Michigan and they took very good care of him.
Something Fun About Yourself: My wife Kim and I have 3 boys. We met our Sophomore Year @ UF

Brad Van de Bogert

Brad Van de Bogert

Ex-Officio Member

Fidelity National Title

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: I was first introduced to RMHCCF by a previous colleague who personally who had stayed at a Ronald McDonald house. Upon learning hisstory and more about the charity I took a tour of one of the houses and immediately wanted to give back to this amazing organization! Since, I have served on the Young Professionals board for 5 years and I am excited to continue being a part of this incredible charity!
Something Fun About Yourself: I am born and raised here in Central Florida, and love everything Orlando has to offer. I love checking out new local restaurants, breweries and cheering on my hometown Orlando Magic and UCF Knights (Charge On!)

Edie Waddell

Edie Waddell

Landmark Custom Builders

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: McDonald’s Retired Officer, involved with the charity for over 20 years, passionate about the charity and mission.

Steve Weisz

Steve Weisz

Marriott Vacations Worldwide

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Long time supporter of Children’s Health initiatives and Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children
Something Fun About Yourself:  I met my wife in grade school!

Ashley Williams

Ashley Williams

Cox Media Group

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Ashley learned of RMH through ADPi at UCF and also now through her employer Cox Media.
Something Fun About Yourself: Ashley is a native Floridian. She loves UCF, football, running on the West Orange Trail, and biking. Her family loves to explore and has plans to visit the National Parks over the summers

Justin Williams

Justin Williams

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF: Justin spent 15 years of service in two pediatric hospitals, both of which have amazing partnerships with RMHC to support families when they need it most.
Something Fun About Yourself: Justin enjoys playing golf with his wife, Rachel, and are planning their dream vacation/golf trip to Europe.

Traci Woods

Traci Woods

AdventHealth for Children

Bio

Connection to RMHCCF:  Traci has spent the last 26 years working at Advent Health for Children.
Something Fun About Yourself:  Traci loves life and loves travelling.