2026 Board Members
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President
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Regional Employment Practices Specialist John has been in the Human Resources field for over 24 years where he mostly specialized in Employee Relations. John currently works for Brown & Brown where he created and leads the Leave of Absence program for all U.S. employees. Before Brown & Brown John work for Hertz car rental for 15 years where he specialized in employee relations and union avoidance. John received his BS in Human Resources Mgmt from Florida Southern College and is currently pursuing his Juris Masters in HR and Employment Law from Florida State University. |
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Immediate Past President
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Director - Organizational Development & Learning Serena has held HR and Leadership Development roles in the hospitality, higher education, and healthcare industries. She earned her PhD in Human Resources Education from Louisiana State University in 2014. Serena holds a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM-SCP, Project Management Professional (PMP), and is a certified RightPath facilitator. She is a graduate of the Leadership Daytona Class 38, a member of the Boss Lady organization, and a past president of the Daytona Beach West Rotary Club. She also serves on multiple Workforce Development Taskforces and in various district support roles for Rotary. |
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President Elect |
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VP of Finance
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Team Resources Business Partner - Technology Solutions |
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Secretary
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Organizational Development Consultant Christine Langley is a Human Resources strategist and organizational development expert with over 20 years of experience in aligning workforce strategies with business objectives. Starting as an intern and rising to a corporate board member, she built an HR department from the ground up, played a key role in establishing an ESOP, and helped facilitate the sale of a company. Christine has led initiatives that align organizational structures, processes, and cultures with business goals by fostering collaboration through strategic communication. A Distinguished Toastmaster and certified HR professional (SPHR, SHRM-SCP), she holds a bachelor’s degree in organizational communication from UCF. Her passion lies in using communication to organize people and teams to achieve shared goals. Connect on LinkedIn: |
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VP of Programs
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Founder and President Teresa Rand is the Founder and President of Rand Consulting, a company specializing in speaking, training, and career coaching. She is a certified Gallup Strengths and DISC Coach and a John Maxwell Certified Speaker, Trainer, and Coach. Rand leads teams and individuals in developing their strengths to excel in their chosen career, find a new career, or start a business. She is the organizer of the Boss Lady Community, which assists and supports women in developing their leadership skills, and the host of the Boss Lady Podcast. |
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VP of Membership
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Human Resource Director Susan Martin brings more than 20 years of human resources experience with a strong background in recruiting and employee relations within the logistics industry. From 2011 to 2013, she stepped into the aviation security field as a Program Manager focused on TSA regulatory compliance, where she successfully applied her HR expertise in a highly regulated environment. In 2023, Susan returned to human resources as a department of one for the City of Daytona Beach Shores, where she provides comprehensive HR leadership and operational support to the organization. As Vice President of Membership, Susan is focused on strengthening member engagement, welcoming and retaining new members, and ensuring the chapter delivers meaningful value to HR professionals at every stage of their careers. Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Susan has also lived in Seattle, Washington and Cincinnati, Ohio before settling in Daytona Beach, Florida in 2022. She earned her SHRM-CP credential in 2023 and is currently preparing to sit for the SHRM-SCP. Susan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Leadership and a Master’s degree in Emergency Management and Homeland Security. She is also MNUS (Maintaining a Non-Union Status) trained and holds an ACE (Airport Certified Employee) certification. |
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VP of Marketing & Social Media
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Director of Human Resources Cheryl has over 25 years of experience in Human Resources and Management. She recently transitioned to her new position as Director of HR with Council on Aging. She’s been a member of SHRM National since 2009 and the local chapter since 2018. Cheryl holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management Degree from Saint Leo University. She received her PHR certification in 2010 and her SHRM-CP certification in 2015. She is very active in volunteering within her local community and also serves on the Board of Southern States Rescued Rottweilers. |
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VP of Sponsorships &
Company Relations Stephanie Brown, SHRM-CP
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Stephanie Brown SHRM-CP Stephanie is an employment practices professional with 13 years of experience in the insurance industry. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing from the University of Central Florida and earned her SHRM CP credential in 2024. Stephanie brings a strong background in risk management and workplace compliance and is committed to supporting effective employment practices.
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VP of Community Engagement and SHRM Foundation
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Human Resources Business Partner / Market Director
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Inclusion & Diversity Chair
Sunnie Rice, PHR, SHRM-CP
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Everglades Boats
sunnie.l.rice@gmail.com 386.631.1495
Sunnie is an HR Leader, Business Partner, and Skilled Recruiter with over 10 years of progressive experience across multiple areas of HR. She is SHRM-CP and PHR certified, and actively pursuing her Master’s degree in Human Relations with a specialization in Diversity, Equity, and Social Justice through the University of Oklahoma’s virtual campus. |
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College Relations Chair
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Franchisee Owner Seasoned executive Human Resources leader with industry experience in multiple complex industries. Utilizing my career experience to build full-service talent solution programs for our clients and aide skilled talent to find their dream jobs. |
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Legislative Updates Chair
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Attorney Jan is an associate in the Orlando, Florida office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He represents employers and management in employment litigation, as well as provides advice and counsel to his clients with the aim of preventing or reducing the impact of any lawsuits filed against them. Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Jan worked at a boutique law firm, first as an associate and then partner, focusing on commercial and financial services litigation. No stranger to the court room, Jan regularly and successfully tried cases on behalf of his clients, handling the suits in their entirety—from inception, through discovery, to trial. He also then defended those favorable outcomes on appeal. A dual citizen and native of Berlin, Germany, Jan enjoys following soccer, long distance running, and a cappella singing. Connect on LinkedIn: |
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At Large Special Projects Chair
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Director of Team Resources - With over sixteen years of combined Human Resources and management experience, Brian has had assignments in large format retail, construction, and government contractor/manufacturing firms prior to coming to Brown & Brown in 2008. Brian holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and has maintained the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) designation since 2006 and SHRM-SCP since 2015. |
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Meeting Engagement Chair
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Branch Manager/Vice President of Operations Lisa has a combined 20 years of experience in Management and Human Resources. She has a degree in Business and has been a member of the Volusia/Flagler SHRM since 2014. Lisa began working with Spherion Staffing over 16 years ago. With experience in Recruiting and Human Resource Management, she provides staffing services to small and large businesses to include Fortune 500 companies. Working with manufacturing, administrative executives, medical, sales, IT, management, engineering, and customer service which are just a few of the specialty areas serviced.
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HRFL Chapter Ambassador
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Human Resources Administrator Dana is a Human Resources Administrator with Brown & Brown Absence Services Group, where she supports key HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, performance reviews, and payroll. She brings a strong administrative foundation and a passion for creating positive, engaging employee experiences. She is an active member of the Junior League of Daytona Beach and a committed Toastmaster, continually strengthening her communication and leadership skills. Dana has been involved with the SHRM Volusia/Flagler chapter for the past three years and is excited to step into the HR Florida Ambassador role, further deepening her engagement in the HR community. |
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