Meredith Stanfield
Meredith Brock Stanfield serves as the Legislative Policy Director for the Florida Professional Firefighters, where she leads legislative and public policy efforts to advance the health, safety, and well-being of Florida’s firefighters and emergency responders. Before joining the Florida Professional Firefighters, Meredith held leadership positions with several State of Florida agencies, building extensive experience in […]
Ron Cave
Undersheriff Cave was raised in Tallahassee and graduated from Godby High School after which he attended and graduated from Thomas University with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. Furthering his education, Ron attained a master’s degree in Political Science from Florida State University, a master’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of West […]
Melanie Black
Melanie Black is a third-generation Floridian who has dedicated her life to serving others and building more inclusive communities. She earned both her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and her Master’s degree in Reading from Florida State University before beginning her career as an elementary school teacher. Today, Melanie is a stay-at-home mother to […]
Katie Ballard
Katie Ballard is a Florida State University graduate and seasoned political consultant who has worked in Tallahassee for nearly two decades. Her professional experience, combined with her personal connection to the developmental disabilities community, has shaped her commitment to improving the systems that serve individuals with unique abilities and their families. As the sister of […]
Allison Carvajal
Allison S. Carvajal Has over 37 years of experience in legislative and governmental relations. Prior to joining Ramba Consulting Group, Ms. Carvajal was the owner of Carvajal Consulting and Management, a government relations firm representing numerous clients before all levels of state government. Current activities include the management of legislative programs for several statewide organizations […]
April Dietz
April Dietz brings over a decade of project management and consulting experience leading more than 35 public sector initiatives across health, education, and government transformation. Her work spans strategic planning, IT modernization, and organizational change for state agencies and institutions of higher learning, including the Florida Department of Education, the Florida Department of Health, and […]
Tony Fusco
Tony grew up in Venice, Florida before attending Florida State University. He is a proud Eagle Scout. While obtaining his undergraduate degree at Florida State University he worked for various non-profits and causes, eventually directing a student run group that raised money, supplies and awareness for Haiti Relief after the 2010 Haitian earthquake. In recognition […]
Mary E. Stafford
Mary Stafford serves as the Vice President/ Senior Business Development Officer with Prime Meridian Bank, bringing over two decades of invaluable banking expertise to the Tallahassee community. Her commitment to community service is evident through her active involvement in various non-profit organizations including Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Independence Landing, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Joy Squad, […]
Sara Merrill
Sara Merrill is a native of Tallahassee and a graduate of Presbyterian College in South Carolina with a degree in Elementary Special Education. She served as a Special Education teacher and tutor for over 15 years in North Carolina, Georgia and Florida. She later became the event director for Maclay School, leading many fundraising initiatives. […]
David Ledbetter
After serving as Executive Vice President and Founding Chief Scientific Officer at Geisinger for more than ten years (2010-2021), Dr. Ledbetter returned to Florida first at UF-Jacksonville and more recently at FSU College of Medicine, where he continues his NIH-funded research on the genetic basis of autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders. Previously he held academic […]