Pernicano was reappointed to the North Broward Hospital District by Governor Ron DeSantis. Pernicano is the Chief Technology Officer for Synergist Technology, LLC. Previously, he served as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Pernicano Enterprises, Inc. and the Vice President
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In UF Warrington’s Alumni Class Notes, you have the opportunity to let your classmates know what’s going on in your life and career.
Did you get a promotion, new job or retire (lucky you!)? Maybe you got married, bought a house or had a baby (congrats!)? Are you just kicking butt and taking names (snaps for you!)? Let your fellow Business Gators know by submitting your Class Note!
Submitting a Class Note is also a great way to expand your network of Business Gators. By sharing what you’re up to, along with a link to your LinkedIn page, you give other Business Gators the opportunity to connect.
Share about yourself and connect with other Business Gators by submitting your Class Note today!
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Fred Ridley (BSBA ’74) | June 2025
Ridley was reappointed to the University of Florida Board of Trustees by Governor Ron DeSantis. Ridley is a Partner at Foley & Lardner, LLP. Active in his community, he currently serves as the Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and
Shannon Ludlow (MBA ’19) | June 2025
Ludlow (MBA 2019) is the founder and CEO of Pine Claims Solutions, a tech-forward independent adjusting firm serving the property insurance industry. After nearly 20 years in claims and vendor strategy, he left his corporate role to launch Pine. Connect
Meredith Hirsh (BS ’96, MBA ’16) | June 2025
Hirsh (BS 1996, MBA 2016) is the CEO of The Hirsh Center, where she leads a team of rheumatologists, advanced practice providers and 50 dedicated professionals on a mission to provide exceptional patient experiences. With nearly 20 years working in
Brett Owens (BS ’10, MS ’11, MBA ’14, JD ’14) | June 2025
Owens (BS 2010, MS 2011, MBA 2014, JD 2014), a Partner in Fisher Phillips’ Tampa office, became Board Certified in Labor & Employment Law by the Florida Bar on June 1, 2025. Only 169 lawyers are currently recognized as Board
Nermine Khouzam Rubin (BS ’83, MBA/MHS ’86) | May 2025
Rubin (BS 1983, MBA/MHS 1986), Founder and CEO of Water 4 Mercy, has been appointed as an EMINENT Peace Ambassador by the International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA)—an international organization with special consultative status under the United Nations Economic and
Jason Perlewitz (BSBA ’03, MS-ISOM ’08) | May 2025
Perlewitz (BSBA 2003, MS-ISOM 2008) is Senior Staff Engineer with ServiceNow, a software company that supplies a cloud computing platform for the creation and management of automated business workflows. Connect with him on LinkedIn.
Brian Bailey (MBA ’98, DBA ’26) | May 2025
Bailey (MBA 1998, DBA 2026) began a new role as Global Head of Research at Trimont, a global commercial real estate loan services provider. Previously, he served as Subject Matter Expert of Commercial Real Estate & Senior Policy Advisor for the
J. Stephen Becker (MBA ’71) | May 2025
Becker (MBA 1971) is retired from his role as Controller at Carespring Health Care Management. He and his wife, Judy, recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They were married in Tallahassee on April 23, 1965. Both of their children are
Tyler Reed (MBA ’16) | May 2025
Reed (MBA 2016) is Principal at Bizwrite, LLC, which is celebrating its five-year anniversary. Specializing in digital PR for law firms, Bizwrite excels at crafting strategies that elevate visibility, amplify brand voices, and cultivate strong public connections. For fellow Gator
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