Medina (MBA ’98) was recently appointed to the Florida Gateway College District Board of Trustees by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Medina is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of First Federal Bank. He is also a veteran of the
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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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John Gibboney (BSBA ’06) | July 2023
Gibboney (BSBA ’06) has been promoted to the role of Tax Senior Manager for the Ocala office of James Moore & Company, a regional firm that offers auditing, accounting and controllership and wealth management services to customers in the Ocala,
Guilherme Costa (BABA ’05) | June 2023
Costa (BABA ’05) recently became vice president, general counsel and secretary of the corporation at Bentley University. Costa brings to Bentley more than 15 years of higher education leadership providing legal counsel and supporting regulatory guidance. Most recently, Costa served as the
Victoria Silverstein (BSAc ’02, MAcc ’02) | June 2023
Silverstein (BSAc 2002, MAcc 2002) recently accepted a new role as Vice President of Strategy at Holiday Inn Club Vacations Inc. Previously, she served as Vice President for Financial Planning and Analysis. She will play a critical role in supporting
Christina Cabino-Weldon (MAcc ’96) | June 2023
Cabino-Weldon (MAcc ’96) recently joined Global ETS as the Chief Financial Officer. She brings over 15 years of progressive experience in private accounting with much of her experience in M&A and international business. This complements Global ETS which operates in
Michelle Ebanks (BSBA ’83) | June 2023
Ebanks (BSBA ’83) has recently become the next President and CEO of The Apollo, the nation’s foremost African American performing arts center dedicated to Black arts and culture. She previously served as CEO of Essence Communications, overseeing the nation’s leading
In Memoriam | May 2023
Donald Williams | BSBA ’53 | 1927-2023 | Williams, of St. Augustine, Florida, passed on April 14. He served in the military, starting as a career officer, touring around the world, and eventually retiring as a lieutenant colonel in 1978.
Jose Martinez (BSAc ’99, MAcc ’01) | June 2023
Martinez (BSAc ’99, MAcc ’01) has been promoted to partner at EY, a capital markets organization. In his role, Martinez will serve the greater Atlanta area in tax management. Over the past decade, Martinez has served as tax director in
Jon Reaves (MBA ’17) | June 2023
Reaves (MBA ’17) recently joined Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride as Senior Director of Brand Alliances. In his new role, Reaves will lead the Partnerships team for both the MLS and NWSL clubs. With a 12+ year career in
Mark Fenaughty (BSAc ’85) | May 2023
Fenaughty (BSAc ’85) has been named Tax Principal for Hancock Askew & Co. of Miami, Fl. In his role, Fenaughty will primarily work in the firm’s tax compliance and advisory practice. Fenaughty has over 37 years of public accounting experience.
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