AGENDA CAREERSOURCE PALM BEACH COUNTY BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING THURSDAY, June 18 th, 2015 NOON 3400 Belvedere Road, Boardroom, West Palm Beach, FL 33406 TELEPHONIC ATTENDANCE: 1-855-384-4184 - Access Code: 3401061# "The Board is reminded of conflict of interest provisions. In declaring a conflict please refrain from voting or discussion and declare the following information: 1) Your name and position on the Board, 2) the nature of the conflict and 3) who will gain or lose as a result of the conflict. Please also fill out form 8B prior to the meeting" I. CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME II. III. IV. AGENDA APPROVAL a. Proposed Amendments b. Approval of Agenda PUBLIC COMMENTS CONSENT APPROVAL a. Approval of Minutes April 16 th, 2015... 01 b. Approval of New Training Provider Delray Medical Training... 04 c. Approval of Dave Talley as Chair of the Financial Planning Committee... 05 V. INFORMATIONAL a. Commissioner Priscilla Taylor signed the Application for our Continued Designation as a Workforce Development Area Region 21 (Sharon Brea) b. PBC Board of Commissioners approved Mr. Christopher Cothran as a new Youth Council Committee Member for the Program Year 2015/16 (Sharon Brea)... 06 c. To be Approved at the PBC Board of Commissioners Meeting on June 23 rd (Sharon Brea): Dr. Genifer Johnson as a Member and Chair of the Youth Council Committee... 08 Ms. Barbara Gerlock as a Member and Co-Chair of the Youth Council Committee... 14 Mr. James Green as a new Youth Council Member... 15 Reappointment of the following Youth Council Members whose term is expiring:... 18-24 Dorothy Ellington Eduardo Gruvman Dr. Mel Coleman Steven M. Parrish Barbara Gerlock Peter Licata d. TLHW Monitoring Report Executive Summary (Norm Cushon)... 25 e. Governor Signs Legislation to Support WIOA Implementation (Steve Craig)... 28 f. CareerSource Palm Beach County Wins Grant to Prep Inmates for Jobs (Michelle Dryer)... 29 C VI. NEW BUSINESS a. Discussion / Reduction in 2015/2016 Funding and ITA Waiver (Steve Craig) b. Virtual Career Center (Gene Wheeler) VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS (Active) a. Executive Committee June 5 th, 2015... 30 b. Financial Planning Committee June 5 th, 2015... 32 c. Business Outreach Committee June 4 th, 2015... 34 d. Legislative Committee Current e. Youth and Young Adult Outreach Committee May 14 th, 2015... 36 f. Consortium Meeting Current VIII. ADJOURNMENT Next Meeting Date August 20 th, 2015 OUR MISSION: Connecting Business with Talent Public Comments: Members of the Public are allowed to speak during that period of the meeting identified on the meeting agenda as Public Comment provided that each person wishing to speak has completed and submitted to the Secretary of the meeting a comment card at the beginning of the meeting prior to the item identified as Public Comment. Public comment shall be allowed only on items that are identified on the meeting agenda. If an item is subsequently added to the agenda, additional public comment shall be permitted just prior to the consideration of such item. If there are multiple members of the public associated with the same company, group or faction, the number of members of the public allowed to speak representing that company, group or faction shall be limited to three. Other comments are welcome at the discretion of the Chair. The time to comment shall be limited to 3 minutes and such time may be extended at the discretion of the Chair. Comments and comment cards will become public record.
CAREERSOURCE PALM BEACH COUNTY BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING SUMMARY Thursday, April 16, 2015, 12:00 PM 3400 Belvedere Road, WPB, FL 33406 Attending: Peter Applefield; Mel Coleman; Christopher Cothran; Dorothy Ellington; George Elmore; Dennis Gallon; Ed Gruvman; Genifer Johnson; Ken Kirby; Dwight Mattingly; Elio Patino; Richard Radcliffe; David Talley; Javin Walker; Mary Watford and David Baker/Legal Counsel. Telephonic: Laurie George; Jim Martini; Dennis Miles; Steven Parrish; and Edmund Rosario. Staff: Steve Craig; Gerry Genovese; Tom Veenstra; Erica Scarpati; Michael Corbit; Norm Cushon, Helen Ott, Sharon Brea; Katherine Bonner; Charles Duval; Ernesto Passarini; Michelle Dryer; Holly Carson; and Holly Finch. Guests: Samuel Patterson, Vocational Rehabilitation/Florida Department of Education, Division of Blind Services I. CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME Ken Kirby welcomed everyone and called the meeting to order at 12:02 pm. II. III. IV. AGENDA APPROVAL a. Proposed Amendments Steve Craig noted the addition of three items to the agenda under V. Informational. He added c. Board Membership/Resignation, d. Education and e. WIOA. b. Approval of the Agenda Mel Coleman made a motion to approve the revised agenda. David Talley seconded the motion and the revised agenda was approved by unanimous vote. PUBLIC COMMENTS None CONSENT APPROVAL a. Approval of Minutes - February 19 th, 2015 There were no changes to the minutes. b. Approve Renewal of 57 Training Providers (Rodger Hudspeth not present) c. Approve Renewal of Vendor Services Contracts d. Regional Targeted Occupation List Annual Update e. Board of Director s Membership/New Youth and Young Adult Outreach Committee Membership (Youth Council) Christopher Cothran f. Approval of Performance Evaluation for Steve Craig Ken Kirby noted the items and asked if there were any questions or comments. There were none. David Talley made a motion to approve the consent section of the agenda. Dwight Mattingly seconded the motion and the motion was approved by unanimous vote. V. INFORMATIONAL a. Palm Beach Workforce Development Consortium (PBWDC) Local Government Financial Reporting Revenues for 2014/Approved by Consortium 4/2/15 Erica Scarpati reported that the Consortium approved the 50% waiver request in the event it is needed. b. DEO My Florida Career Project (Monster) Tom Veenstra said the project has been terminated. Our staff and most other regions had a number of concerns with the proposed Monster system so this is not bad news. c. Board Membership/Resignations Sharon Brea reported that Kelly Sobolewski and Michael Faby have resigned as board members. Ken Kirby said that we are sorry to lose both members. With the implementation of WIOA, we are looking at a smaller board; therefore, these seats will not be back filled. d. Education Steve Craig noted that Palm Beach State College appointed a new President. He said that we are working with the School District and PBSC in the western communities. Steve Craig said there is a meeting next week with staff to develop a new counselor position that is mainly tasked with GED outreach. In addition, he noted that Keiser University named CareerSource Palm Beach County as the Employer of Choice at their last Advisory Board Meeting. Steve Craig said that we are participating in Career Readiness events at Lynn University the week of April 27 th. He also thanked Ken Kirby for Page 1
agreeing to represent CareerSource Palm Beach County at the College Readiness Collective Impact Meeting on May 4 th. e. WIOA Steve Craig said that the federal requirements on board membership will not change until July 1, 2015, and we should be receiving additional information on the new requirements over the next few weeks. He said there are members from the Youth and Young Adult Outreach Committee whose terms are expiring; therefore, the Executive Committee will be reviewing all of the youth council members at their next meeting. He said the new law focuses on partnerships between programs so we will be working with Job Corps and the Department of Children and Families to design a seamless service delivery system. Mary Watford said that Voc Rehab will be funding in-school youth and that she would like to meet with staff to discuss our youth program resources. Steve Craig said that staff is reaching out to people with multiple barriers to employment to link them with jobs in demand in occupations such as advanced manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, hospitality and marine. He also said CareerSource Florida s board Chair and past Chair are planning a visit to preview the Virtual Career Center. VI. VII. VIII. OLD BUSINESS a. Metrics Ernesto Passarini presented the five key performance metrics and said that trends are normalized for the third quarter. He said that the Total Businesses Served metric has been revised to match the state measures. Steve Craig said that when unemployment was high, we had 17,000-18,000 visitors to our career centers each month and now we are at 9,000. He said we are working with colleges and universities to capture graduates for job placement. Steve Craig also said we are focusing on training in high demand areas to link underemployed clients to increase opportunities. He said that we are working on five grants and with the help of our Business Services team, we have identified 58 businesses who have agreed to provide 3,508 positions for apprenticeships. b. Recommendations for the Youth and Young Adult Outreach Committee Ken Kirby invited new board members to provide leadership for the Youth and Young Adult Outreach Committee. He said that Ed Gruvman serves as Vice Chair and he invited board members to join the Youth Committee and consider serving as the Chair. NEW BUSINESS a. USDA Community Development Award Rural Community of the Year Tom Veenstra said the event was covered by WPTV Channel 5 and Palm Beach County Channel 20. He said approximately 30 people attended including Congressman Alcee Hastings, and County Administrator Robert Weisman. Steve thanked Ken Kirby and David Talley for representing the Board of Directors. (The WPTV Channel 5 news report was shown and Steve Craig passed the award around the room.) Steve Craig said the award was a collaborative effort and he thanked Charles Duval for his part in linking our services to the many partners in the Glades. b. Updates on Glades Activities Charles Duval said that everyone is riding high on the award designation. In addition, he said that the Glades Roundtable is expanding their programs at West Tech and they are pleased to be honoring a second graduating class in June. He said that we are working together to develop job placements for all of the graduates. Charles Duval also said that the new Guy Harvey Marina will bring prestige and about 90 jobs to Pahokee. Charles also mentioned that he and the Business Development Board are working together on several projects; one that would bring 140 jobs to the area and the other is a clean car battery company that could bring 280 jobs to fruition. Gerry Genovese recognized Charles Duval for his community outreach activities and for serving in a dual role running the West Career Center. COMMITTEE REPORTS a. Executive Committee Ken Kirby said the committee met in March and April to discuss items presented at today s meeting. b. Financial Planning Committee Ken Kirby said that David Talley will now serve as the committee Chair and that the committee reviewed the monthly budget at their last meeting. Erica Scarpati provided an update on the budget and noted that the Consortium audit was approved. She also said the Consortium budget decreased by 9% or $7,700,000. Erica Scarpati said unrestricted funds increased by $95,000 this year and the balance is currently $450,000. Page 2
c. Business Outreach Committee Gerry Genovese said the Business Services team is to be commended for their committee-level involvement with eight local chambers. He said that last year the team was working with over 4,000 employers on a regular basis, and this year they increased to a base of 9,000 employers. d. Legislative Committee Current. e. Youth and Young Adult Outreach Committee Holly Carson provided an overview of the five-week Work Readiness Program and highlighted that out of 88 applicants, 79 completed the program and 66 are employed or enrolled in school. The program has an 85% placement rate and Holly Carson shared a few success stories. She also described the Summer Youth Internship program and announced that applications are being accepted via our website now through May 6 th. Ken Kirby recognized Christopher Cothran for joining the Youth and Young Adult Outreach Committee. f. Consortium Ken Kirby said the committee met and reviewed the financials and approved minutes from prior meetings. IX. ADJOURNMENT With no further business, David Talley made a motion to adjourn. George Elmore seconded the motion and the motion passed by unanimous vote. Page 3
APPROVAL OF INDIVIDUAL TRAINING ACCOUNT VENDOR AGREEMENT The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and the Workforce Innovation Act of 2000 require that Regional Workforce Boards provide the greatest possible choice of training providers to those who qualify for training services. A local workforce development Board may not restrict the choice of training providers based upon cost, location, or historical training arrangements. Training providers may be a public or private post-secondary school or one who carries out programs under the National Apprenticeship Act and offers training services under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the Workforce Innovation Act of 2000, the Welfare Transition Program and other funding sources CareerSource may administer. CareerSource reviewed the training provider s application for completeness and to ensure that CareerSource mandated criteria are met for the training programs and related occupational titles. As we do with all training providers CareerSource conducted an on-site review of the training facility. Our review verified the location equipment, classrooms, and school amenities which were all found to be satisfactory. CareerSource is recommending approval of the contract with the below listed vendor training provider and place the below listed course on the Eligible Training Provider List for Region 21 Palm Beach County for the period July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act requires classroom or online training to be provided through ITAs at schools and for courses approved by the local workforce board. CareerSource established evaluation criteria for the approval of ITA providers and training courses to include licensure, accreditation (where one exists) and the issuance of an industry recognized credential. The ITA training provider met that criteria. Additionally, all occupational training must prepare students for in demand occupations appearing on the Targeted Occupations List (TOL) for Palm Beach County. The course submitted for approval is related to an occupation listed on the TOL for Region 21 Palm Beach County. All ITA Providers are licensed by the Florida Department of Education Commision For Independent Education or other applicable authority and meet CareerSource s licensing policy requirements and understand and commit to submitting Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program data. The below course and provider contract is submitted for approval and to place on the Eligible Training Provider List for Region 21 Palm Beach County for the period July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. NEEDED ACTION Approve by a majority vote the contract with the below listed vendor training provider and place the below listed course on the Eligible Training Provider List for Region 21 Palm Beach County for the period July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. A Vendor Name B Program Name C Program Length D Program Costs $ Delray Medical Training Home Health Aide 75 Clock Hrs 400 Tuition; 40 inc. registration fee, books, materials Page 4
David H. Talley A former Chamber of Commerce president and banker, some of Mr. Talley s Community Service/Professional Affiliations include serving on the following Boards. Palm Beach State College Board of Trustees (2001 2014) Past Chair of the Trustees Commission Florida (representing all 28 Florida community colleges) for the Association of Florida Colleges (AFC) (2009-2010) Florida Community College Trustee of the Year (2009) Board of Directors of the Florida College System Foundation (2009-2012) Workforce Development Board CareerSource Palm Beach County (2001 2017) Board of Directors, Executive Committee Financial Planning Committee Business Outreach Committee Legislative Committee, Chair Youth Outreach Committee Policy & Procedures Committee Association of Community College Trustees Board of Directors (2010-2014) Southern Regional Chair (2010-2012) Finance & Audit Committee as an associate member (2008-2009) Florida State Coordinator Governance & Bylaws Committee Southern Region Nominating Committee (2007-2009) Communications & Education Committee (2011-2012) Village of North Palm Beach Audit Committee Business Advisory Council President s Community Council of Florida Atlantic University Palm Beach Gardens High School Business Advisory Board Former President and Chief Executive Officer of the Northern Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce Past Chair of the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches Charter School District Advisory Committee for the School District of Palm Beach County Governing Board Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center Past Chair of the Palm Beach County Convention and Visitor s Bureau Past Chair of the Florida/Puerto Rico Affiliate of the American Heart Association State Attorney Advisory Board Florida School District of Palm Beach County Audit Committee Roger Dean Stadium Advisory Board Port of Palm Beach Audit Committee Page 5
Christopher G. Cothran, CPA, CVA 3281 Wymberly Drive Jupiter, FL 33458 W: (561) 694 6473 C: (561) 290 9359 Christopher.Cothran@fpl.com VALUATION PROFESSIONAL I am a valuation professional with a diversified background in the areas of financial analysis, mergers and acquisitions, financial reporting, tax research, and accounting. I have proven my skills as a manager within a goal oriented, project focused work environment by being a skilled problem solver with the ability to implement time saving, standardized policies and procedures for both unique and recurring projects. EXPERIENCE Florida Power & Light Company ( FPL ) Juno Beach, FL 9/2011 Present Manager, Property Tax Manager of Property Tax team consisting of seven professionals focused on the appraisal, financial valuation, compliance/billing, and negotiation associated with all property tax matters at NextEra Energy, Inc. (parent company to FPL). Templeton & Company, LLP ( T&C ) West Palm Beach, FL 4/2009 9/2011 Partner, Valuation Services Practice leader of the Business Valuation and Specialty Services group. Responsible for establishment and expansion of niche practice within a traditional accounting firm. Valuation engagements are performed in the contexts of shareholder disputes, estate and gift tax planning, financial reporting, and litigation support. WTAS LLC West Palm Beach, FL 4/2005 4/2009 Manager Business Valuation/Specialized Tax Services Serve client needs in the area of financial reporting related to the fair value measurements of intangible assets, stock options and warrants, purchase price allocations, and intangible asset impairment testing related to the requirements of Accounting Standards Codification Topics 350: Intangible Assets Goodwill and Other, 718: Compensation Stock Compensation, 805: Business Combinations, and 820: Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures. Practice leader of the firms West Palm Beach Cost Segregation Practice. Responsible for the marketing, project management, and production of client deliverables related to the cost segregation of capital expenditures for state and federal income tax purposes. Pediatrix Medical Group Sunrise, FL 9/2003 4/2005 Financial Analyst Business Development Developed financial models that reflect the pro forma effects of acquisitions, partnerships, and start ups for the pediatric sub specialty groups of Neonatology and Pediatric Cardiology. Coordinated the collection of all due diligence material, as well as distribution of that information to all internal departments for their review in order to verify the accuracy of information provided by acquisition targets. Assisted with closings by coordinating communications between internal departments in order to confirm the receipt of signature pages, wiring instructions, background checks, clinical personnel credentialing data, and malpractice coverage for new physicians prior to funding all transactions. Page 1 of 2 Page 6
Christopher G. Cothran, CPA, CVA 3281 Wymberly Drive Jupiter, FL 33458 W: (561) 694 6473 C: (561) 290 9359 Christopher.Cothran@fpl.com EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED) AutoNation, Inc. Fort Lauderdale, FL 7/2002 8/2003 Financial Analyst Corporate Development Created financial models to show the pro forma effects of proposed transactions. Conducted market and industry research for the purpose of targeting potential acquisitions, as well as recognizing underperforming dealerships currently in operation. Compiled and reviewed due diligence material for the use in both divestitures and acquisition scenarios. Arthur Andersen South Florida 6/2000 6/2002 Associate Valuation Services Group/Private Client Services Group Determined the fair market value of privately held entities, debt instruments, and intangible assets through the use of the Income, Market, and Asset/Cost Approaches to value. Analyzed economic, industry, and financial markets to assess their impact on key value drivers. Prepared thorough written reports and made oral presentations to internal and client management regarding the value of equity interests in privately held business and intangible assets. Provided income tax compliance assistance to affluent individuals and families, executives, and owners of closely held businesses. Performed research in the areas of estate, gift, trust, state and local, and charitable tax planning for consulting purposes. EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL Master of Accounting Forensic Accounting Clemson University, Clemson, SC Bachelors of Science Agriculture and Applied Economics 12/2007 5/2000 Certified Public Accountant ( CPA ) Florida CPA License 0041352 Certified Valuation Analysts ( CVA ) Professional Affiliations: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts Institute of Professionals in Taxation International Association of Assessing Officials Florida Chapter Florida United Tax Managers Association Palm Beach County Farm Bureau, Delray Beach, FL Board Member Page 2 of 2 Page 7
GENIFER J. JOHNSON DHA RN MSN 7787 Spring Creek Drive West Palm Beach, Florida 33411 (561) 688-5726 l.fernandez@elsevier.comfax: (866) 209-8102 E-mail: genifer.johnson@gmail.com EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE: 2013 University of Phoenix Doctorate in Health Administration Dissertation title: The nursing process and allegations of negligence against registered nurses in the perinatal setting in Florida 2006 University of Phoenix Master of Nursing Program 1994 University of Phoenix Honolulu, Hawaii Bachelor of Science in Nursing 1984 Mercy School of Nursing of Detroit Detroit, Michigan Diploma Nursing Program 1975-1985 Washtenaw Community College Ann Arbor, Michigan Emergency Medical Technician Certification (1975) Liberal studies 1972-1988 Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, Michigan Pre-medicine curriculum BSN completion prerequisites PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 2012 2013 Medical Staffing Network, Boca Raton, Florida Director of Clinical Training Responsible for all aspects of clinical education for over 9,000 employees nationwide who practice in a variety of clinical settings and have diverse educational and experiential backgrounds. Developed course materials and presentations for continuing education and for introduction of new policies and procedures. Spearheaded employee training for over 300 employees to introduce electronic medical records at one facility. Participated in quality improvement and employee credentialing and discipline. 2011 present Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida Adjunct Faculty, Legal Studies Program Faculty in the Legal Nurse Consultant Certificate Program. Five-week program of study for registered nurses in curriculum to prepare consultants in litigation. 2010 2012 ITT Technical Institute Nursing Program Development Responsible for development and implementation of Associate Degree Nursing program at institute campuses nationwide. Responsibilities include participation in hiring of faculty and staff, student recruiting, and course instruction in all areas. Developed curriculum for Nursing Leadership and Management course for Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Taught online and onground nursing courses at Florida campuses. Page 8
2008 2010 Kaplan University, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Nursing Adjunct Professor Nursing Faculty for Associate Degree Nursing program, responsible for didactic instruction in Maternal/Newborn Nursing and Fundamentals of Nursing. 2008 2009 Keiser Career College, Greenacres, Florida Nursing Program Faculty Full-time Nursing Faculty responsible for didactic instruction and clinical supervision of practical nursing students in Medical/Surgical Nursing, Maternal/Child Nursing, Pharmacology, and Nursing Skills. 2006-2008 Keiser University, West Palm Beach, Florida Nursing Program Faculty Full-time Nursing Faculty responsible for didactic instruction and clinical supervision in Fundamentals of Nursing, Nursing Pharmacology, Adult Health (Basic and Advanced), and Maternal/Child for Associate Degree Nursing program. 2005-2006 Academy for Practical Nursing and Health Occupations, West Palm Beach, Florida Practical Nursing Instructor Clinical supervision and didactic instruction in all areas of Practical Nursing, with specialization in critical care and maternal/child nursing. 2001-2006 South University, West Palm Beach, Florida Assistant Professor/Clinical Instructor Clinical supervision and instruction in maternal/newborn nursing, community health nursing, and fundamentals of nursing for Baccalaureate Degree Nursing students. Clinical instructor in Fundamentals of Nursing Skills Lab. 2001-2004 Good Samaritan Medical Center, West Palm Beach, Florida Per diemstaff nurse in maternal/newborn nursing, with concentration in Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum, Antepartum, and Newborn care for high- and low-risk patients. Circulator for operative deliveries, tubal ligations, cerclage, and operative obstetrics. 1998-2005 Palm Beach Community College, Lake Worth, Florida Associate Professor/Clinical Instructor/Lecturer Clinical supervision and instruction in maternal/newborn nursing for Associate Degree Nursing students. Lecturer in nursing curriculum in maternal/newborn nursing. 1998 St. Lucie Medical Center, Port St. Lucie, Florida Staff nurse in maternal/newborn nursing on a general antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum care unit. 1997 - present G. J. Johnson Associates, West Palm Beach, Florida Owner and President Nursing consultation services to plaintiff and defense law firms in medical malpractice, product liability, and personal injury cases. Record review and summaries, life care planning for vocational rehabilitation counselors. 1997-1998 Housecall Home Health Care, Stuart, Florida Perinatal Nurse Provide antepartum, postpartum and neonatal care to high-risk patients, including fetal monitoring, fetal assessment, maternal assessment and uterine activity monitoring, medication administration and monitoring of tocolytic infusions, neonatal assessments and interventions. Page 9
1997-1999 Maxim Health Care, West Palm Beach, Florida Critical Care/Intensive Care/Perinatal Nurse Hospital staff relief in local critical care and intensive care units. Perinatal and neonatal home care for high-risk pregnant patients and high-risk newborns. 1995-1997 Gary, Williams, Parenti, Finney, Lewis, McManus, Watson &Sperando, Stuart, Florida Legal Nurse Consultant In-house consultant to Plaintiff attorneys involving cases of medical negligence, personal injury, product liability and toxic tort. 1994 Kemper National Services, Inc., Plantation, Florida Medical/Legal Nursing Consultant Reviewed, analyzed and summarized medical records as in-house consultant for insurance provider of personal injury, automobile and product liability coverage. 1993-1994 Medical Claims Management Services, Inc., Honolulu, Hawaii Nursing Case Manager/Legal Nurse Consultant Responsible for case management for facilitation of claimant services for 20-40 permanently retained cases.clients included insurance carriers, and claimant and defense attorneys. Claimant population served related to worker's compensation, personal injury and personal liability cases. 1992-1994 KahuMalama Nurses, Inc., Honolulu, Hawaii Critical Care Nurse/Labor & Delivery Nurse Staffing for local facilities in critical care and obstetrical units on Oahu, and obstetrical unit on Kauai. 1991-1993 The Queen's Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii Medical/Surgical Critical Care Unit Clinical Nurse on a combined medical/surgical intensive care unit with a population of adults. 1990-1991 Kaiser Foundation Hospital, Honolulu, Hawaii Critical Care Unit Clinical Nurse, Level II, on combined medical/surgical/coronary intensive care unit with a patient population of adults and children. 1987-1990 Interim Healthcare, Ann Arbor, Michigan Staff Relief Staff relief in adult intensive care units including medical, surgical, coronary, and cardiothoracic units. 1987-1990 St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor, Michigan Labor/Delivery/Recovery Medical Intensive Care Unit Clinical Nurse, Level III, on LDR unit. Shift coordinator (charge nurse) on rotating basis. 1986-1987 Hutzel Hospital, Detroit, Michigan Labor/Delivery/Recovery Unit and Maternal Special Care Unit Staff nurse on high-risk and critical care obstetric unit. Charge nurse on rotation basis on maternal-fetal special care unit. Page 10
1984-1986 Veterans Administration Medical Center, Ann Arbor, Michigan Cardiothoracic Step Down Unit Medical Intensive Care Unit Staff nurse and charge nurse on pre- and post-operative cardiothoracic surgery unit. Staff nurse and charge nurse in critical care. 1984 University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, Michigan Medical/Surgical Nursing Services Staff nurse on general medical/surgical patient care unit. CERTIFICATIONS: Certified Case Manager by examination, 1993; recertified 1998 Critical Care Obstetrics certification, 1988 - United and Women s Hospital, Minneapolis, MN LICENSURE: Michigan, Hawaii (expired), Florida HONORS AND AWARDS: National Merit Scholar, 1972 Who s Who in American Nursing, 1991 Florida Gulf Coast University Honor Society of Nursing, inducted 1999 Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, inducted 2004 Educator of the Year Nominee, Palm Healthcare Foundation, 2006 Keiser University Instructor of Distinction, 2008 CONTINUING EDUCATION: 1988 Critical Care Obstetrics Course Completed curriculum of physiology, pathophysiology and care of the critically ill pregnant patient. United and Children's Hospital, Minneapolis, Minnesota 1991 Critical Care Obstetrics Course Completed curriculum of physiology, pathophysiology and care of the critically ill pregnant patient. Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee TEACHING EXPERIENCE: 1985 "Nursing Process" Taught update on nursing documentation utilizing nursing process. Veterans Administration Medical Center - Ann Arbor, Michigan 1987 "Ruptured Ectopic Pregnancy" Presented physiology and nursing care of patient with ruptured ectopic pregnancy. Catherine McAuley Health Center, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital - Ann Arbor, Michigan Page 11
1988 "Central Venous Pressure and Arterial Pressure Monitoring" Presented overview of indications and maintenance of CVP and arterial lines for OB staff. Catherine McAuley Health Center, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital - Ann Arbor, Michigan 1990 "The Critically Ill OB Patient" Presented overview of normal physiology of pregnancy and the relevance to critical care. Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Honolulu, Hawaii 1990 "The Care of the Critically Ill OB Patient" Presented overview of care of the OB patient in the intensive care setting for obstetric nurses. 1991 The Critically Ill OB Patient and The Care of the Critically Ill OB Patient Presented overview of the normal physiology of pregnancy, specific critical care obstetric emergencies, and management of critically ill obstetric patients in and intensive care setting. 1991 Critical Care Symposium Hawaiian Islands Chapter, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses - Honolulu, Hawaii 1998 - Maternal-Newborn Nursing Clinical nursing instruction and supervision, including demonstration of skills and techniques applicable to the care of antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum women, and care of newborns in nursery and singleroom settings. BSN, ASN and LPN levels. 2000 - Adult Health - Basic and Advanced/Fundamentals of Nursing/Nursing Skills/Nursing Pharmacology Didactic and clinical instruction in nursing skills and techniques in the clinical laboratory setting, with instruction and supervision in adult general medical/surgical, critical care and long-term care settings. BSN, ASN and LPN levels. 2000 Nursing of Communities Clinical instruction and supervision of BSN students working with populations in a variety of areas in the local community, including the health department, home health agencies, and physician and clinic facilities. Populations involved immigrants, migrants, and varying socioeconomic statuses. BSN level. 2001 Legal Aspects of Nursing Presentation of material pertinent to critical care nursing practice. American Association of Critical-Care Nurses - Honolulu, Hawaii 2005 2009 Licensed Practical Nursing Curriculum Clinical and didactic instruction in all aspects of nursing skills and techniques as applies to the practice of practical nursing. 2006 Fundamentals of Nursing/Nursing Pharmacology/Basic Adult Health; Nursing of Childbearing Families/Advanced Adult Health Clinical and didactic instruction as primary instructor at ASN level. 2008 Lecturer and NCLEX Review Instructor for NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN 2011 Instructor in Legal Nurse Consultant certificate program for potential and novice Legal Nurse Consultants. 2011 Developed curriculum for Nursing Leadership and Management course for Online RN to BSN program. 2011 Online Adjunct Faculty in RN-BSN course teaching nursing research. 2011-2012 On-ground faculty in Nursing Fundamentals and Medical/Surgical Nursing. Page 12
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: AmericanBusiness Women's Association, Maia Chapter, Ann Arbor, Michigan(inactive) - National Member and Local Charter Chapter Member American BusinessWomen's Association, Arbor Charter Chapter, Ann Arbor, Michigan(inactive) -National Member and Local Chapter Member - American Association of Trauma Specialists(inactive) - National Charter Member American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Washtenaw County Chapter, Ann Arbor, Michigan - National Member and Local Chapter Member, Strategic Planning Committee Member Hawaiian Islands Chapter, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Honolulu,Hawaii - National and Local Chapter Member, Past-President, Strategic Planning Committee Member, Marketing Committee, Newsletter Editor, Coordinator of Critical Care Symposium and Critical Care Review Courses Hawaii Association of Medical Management Nurses(inactive) - Chapter Member American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants (inactive) - National Member, National Membership Committee Member, National Newsletter Committee Member, and Local Chapter Member American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Palm Beach County Chapter, West Palm Beach, Florida (inactive) - National Member and Local Chapter Member, Newsletter Editor, Strategic Planning Committee Member, Board of Directors Members Association of Women s Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses - National Member Florida Gulf Coast University Nursing Honor Society - Charter Member Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing - National Member Page 13
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DOROTHY ELLINGTON 8597 Windy Circle Boynton Beach, Florida 33437 (561-736-2181) Personal Vitae Employment President/CEO Delray Beach Housing Authority 1996 to Present Delray Beach, Florida Responsible for implementing policy of the Housing Authority under the direction of a seven-member Board of Commissioners, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations governing the provision of affordable housing. Presently overseeing a $60 million redevelopment effort for the hurricane damaged Carver Estates Public Housing development, with plans to create a mixed-income, mixed-use community. Agency comprised of 14 employees, with an operating budget of more than $10 million. Created and oversees a non-profit organization (the Delray Housing Group) that serves as the property management and development arm of the Housing Authority. Community Development Coordinator 1988 to 1996 City of Delray Beach Delray Beach, Florida Other Related Experience City Planner 1980-1987 Social Worker 1975-1978 Assistant Professor Gulf Coast Community College (1979 1980) Education Master of Applied Social Science Public Management Florida A & M University Bachelor of Science Florida A & M University 1979 Cum Laude Tallahassee, Florida 1975 Cum Laude Tallahassee, Florida Community Involvement Florida Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials Board of Directors, Legislative Committee; State Coordinator for Housing America Campaign National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials Faculty, Professional Development 2002-2008 State of Florida Affordable Housing Study Commission Gubernatorial Appointment 2005-2010 St. Paul AME Church, Delray Beach, Florida Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Palm Beach County Career Source, Board of Directors All Peoples Day, Board of Directors West Atlantic Redevelopment Coalition, Board of Directors Page 18
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BIOGRAPHY Mel D. Coleman, Ed.D. (mcoleman@nova.edu) Mel D. Coleman is a Director of Academic and Faculty Support and Program Professor of Educational Leadership at Nova Southeastern University. He also serves as a site administrator at the NSU Palm Beach location. He previously served as Deputy Superintendent at Palm Beach School District in Palm Beach County, Florida. He served as Executive Director of Accountability in the Austin Independent School District in Austin, Texas; as Deputy Superintendent in Columbus, Ohio; and Superintendent for eight years in Mansfield, Ohio. He has a bachelor s degree in education from The Ohio State University, a Master of Science degree from Ohio University, and a Doctor of Education degree from Teachers College of Columbia University. Dr. Coleman has been a teacher, counselor, principal and curriculum director in the public schools. He has also been an adjunct professor of curriculum and instruction at Ashland University, Ashland, Ohio. He is currently teaching instructional and educational leadership, coordinating internships, serves as Chair of Dissertations and working with the Graduate Teacher Education and the doctoral programs at Abraham S. Fischler School of Education at Nova Southeastern University. He presently serves on the Executive Committee, Finance and Youth and Young Adult Outreach committees as well as a member of the Board of Directors for Career Source of Palm Beach County. He also serves on the Education Foundation of Palm Beach County and the Education Consortium for Palm Beach County Schools. Mel D. Coleman Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University 11501 N. Military Trail Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410 Office: 561-805-2120 Cell: 561-371-3729 JULY 2014 Page 21
The Employer s Counsel CONTACT INFORMATION Steven M. Parrish, Esq. Mr. Parrish was an attorney and Partner for over 13 years in one of Florida's preeminent state-wide law firms. In 2011, he opened Steven M. Parrish, P.A., and brings a highly responsive, personalized and cost-effective legal services to his many clients. His focus is always on making the law work to help your business, not cripple it through the legal process. While well-versed in business litigation and 330 Clematis Street, Ste. 207 legal strategies, Mr. Parrish s primary focus is representing employers in all areas of labor and employment law, including equal employment opportunity claims, wrongful discharge, claims avoidance, drafting and interpreting employment contracts, separation agreements, trade secret and noncompetition agreements, employment policy and handbook drafting, and supervisory training. West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Phone: 561.833.8339 Fax: 561.655.5447 www.smparrishlaw.com Email: sparrish@smparrishlaw.com Mr. Parrish handles all types of employment litigation in both state and federal courts, including cases under the Florida Civil Rights Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, The Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the False Claims Act and the Family Medical Leave Act. He also provides clients with day-to-day advice on all aspects of employee human resource issues including termination decisions, disciplinary actions, wage and hour issues, sexual harassment/hostile work environment investigations, the ADA, leaves of absence and discrimination. ADMITTED: Florida, 1996 EDUCATION: University of Florida College of Law Gainesville, Florida, 1995 J.D. University of Florida Gainesville, Florida, 1991 B.S. Finance Mr. Parrish has successfully defended and resolved multiple individual and collective action lawsuits brought under the Fair Labor Standards Act. He has also successfully defended numerous wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation and sexual harassment claims. Mr. Parrish has also successfully defended ADA Title III lawsuits against public accommodations. Mr. Parrish is also actively involved in the community and Florida s workforce development system. He is currently the Chairman of the Florida Workforce Chairs Alliance. He serves as the immediate Past Chair of the Board of Directors of CareerSource Palm Beach County which works with Palm Beach County businesses to provide job placement, recruitment assistance and funds for skills training. Mr. Parrish also currently serves as a member of CareerSource Florida s Executive Committee and is a past member of its Performance Council. CareerSource Florida is the statewide, business-led policy board charged with overseeing the state s workforce system. Mr. Parrish has been an AV rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, achieving the rating agency s highest marks for both competency and ethics for over ten years. Mr. Parrish has been designated as a "Florida Legal Elite" in Florida Trend magazine by his peers, an honor awarded to less than 2 percent of the Florida Bar. Mr. Parrish has also been designated a Top Lawyer by South Florida Legal Guide and a Super Lawyer by Florida Super Lawyers. CAREER PROFILE POSITION: President I Attorney at Law AREAS OF PRACTICE: Labor and Employment Commercial Litigation Legal Strategy AFFILIATIONS: The Florida Bar Member Florida Workforce Chairs Association 2014 Chairman, Current Member CareerSource Palm Beach County Board of Directors, Past Chairman CareerSource Florida Executive Committee, 2014 to Present Society for Human Resource Management Member The Human Resource Association of Palm Beach County Member Page 22