My undergraduate degree is in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech, MBA from the University of South Florida and my PhD.D is from Georgia State in Atlanta. I have been at Florida State University in the College of Business for 32 years (I guess I like it) and am the Jim Moran Professor of Entrepreneurship as well as the Director of Jim Moran Institute where we have gone out and helped over 4,000 entrepreneurs over the last eleven years.

I have one son who is married and works at Home Depot in the their corporate headquarters with his lovely new wife (Kim). My daughter is a state wide prosecutor in Jacksonville and her and her husband Jason have given us the most wonderful gift of a grandson Jack. I have been married to my first (and only) wife Susan for 37 years.

My hobbies include working out in the gym and quietly reading plus playing and training our wonderful black lab, Sophie.

I believe that what you do and who we are is measured by what you give to the community. The American Red Cross is one of those institutions does so much on so little money and makes a significant impact on individuals in crisis situations. I just wanted to be a part of and make a contribution to this great organization.

I was born in Seoul, South Korea, and came to the United States in 1976. My family spent a few years in Broadesville, Pennsylvania before moving to Naples, Florida. I came to Tallahassee in 1993 to attend Florida State University and decided to make Tallahassee my home. I received my B.S., in Communications and am the Communications Director for NewspaperClips.com. I’ve been with the company since the beginning in 1998. As all good dot com’s we started in a basement with some computers and a black lab (our logo). I married my best friend and boss, Jim, in 2005 in Savannah, Georgia.

The American Red Cross embodies the greatest form of social responsibility. It knows no boundaries, does not judge on any measure and exists solely to help those in need. I think it is important to be an active member of the community that you work and live in and I believe that being a member of the American Red Cross epitomizes that role.

The American Red Cross is a wonderful organization that makes an immediate impact on individuals whose lives have been turned upside down by a disaster. Serving on the Capital Area Chapter's Board of Directors will allow me the opportunity to work with professional, dedicated volunteers and continue the legacy of the Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross.

I am honored to serve with such a prestigious, caring organization.

I am a graduate of Florida State University. I currently serve as the Southeast Region Revenue Director for the Fortune 300 Company: First American Corp. Before joining First American Corp, I served as the Chief Financial Officer for both the Florida Home Builders Association and the Florida Home Builders Insurance Agency.

One of my favorite quotes is from John Morley "It is not enough to do good; one must do it in the right way." I believe we all want to do good things for others, particularly following a catastrophe such as September 11 2001 or Hurricane Katrina. The Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross is our conduit to ensure that our good deeds are in fact, done right.

The Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross organizes both our financial and human resources and as a result, maximizes each dollar donated and every hour volunteered. As a chapter, we are fiduciaries with our contributed resources; and as fiduciaries, we have not only provided the most compassionate service to those in need, we have blocked those who have tried to personally gain from the tragedy and generosity of others.

I originally joined the Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross in high school for training for my first job - an American Red Cross certified lifeguard. I am proud to rejoin the Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross and use my professional training to serve as Treasure on the Board of Directors.

I was born in Augusta, ME and raised on China Lake in South China ME and moved to Tallahassee 40 years ago. Jerry is my oldest son and he is married to Lisa and I have one grandson Teddy who just graduated from Lincoln High School. My daughter Paige lives and works in Savannah GA and she is married to Scott. I have two step sons, Drew, who lives in Los Angles CA and Justin who is in Sydney, Australia. I am very fortunate to work with my entrepreneur husband Arthur, son Jerry and father at King Arthur's Tools, a family owned and operated business that has been selling woodworking tools for 18 years. Prior to 2002, I enjoyed a successful professional career in the field of disabilities and public health.

The American Red Cross is an impressive organization. It assists individuals after a terrible disaster and completes the tasks with the help of volunteers in a timely manner. I am honored to be part of such an effective organization.

I attended the University of Central Florida where I received a degree in Organizational Communication. After graduating I began working with Sprint as an analyst in consumer markets. I began volunteering with organizations throughout the Central Florida area and took a position with Public Affairs in September of 2004. With the spin off of the Local Telephone Division of Sprint, I moved to Tallahassee in March 2006 to become the Public Affairs Manager for EMBARQ.

It is important to me to be a part of an active Board of Directors. The American Red Cross offers so many opportunities for not only me as an individual, but for our company's employees as well. I look forward to my tenure on the Board of Directors and becoming a part of the Capital Area Team.

I have have more than twenty five years of volunteer administration and program development experience.

I was hired by Leon County in 1991 to create, implement and coordinate a Volunteer Services department to serve County departments and offices. Volunteer Services implemented a volunteer program for the County library system, started an internship program for county departments, and enacted an administrative leave program for county employees to volunteer in our community.

I am an experienced trainer, instructor and consultant for state and national conferences, non-profit organizations and public sector programs.

I have co-chaired the 2005 International Conference of Volunteer Administration and currently serve as the 2006-2008, President of the Florida Association of Volunteer Centers.

I received my Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania in 1988 followed by a Juris Doctorate from the Florida State University, College of Law in 1991. In 2000, I received my Florida Law Enforcement certification.

I am currently an Assistant Commissioner of Public Safety Services with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. I oversee four out of the five programs at the department, approximately 700 employees and the almost $300 million budget. My areas of responsibility include the Business Support Services Program, Information Resource Management, Professionalism Program, Criminal Justice Information Program, Public Information, Cabinet Affairs, Legislative Affairs, Capitol Police and the Governor's Protective Services.

The American Red Cross is a true example of a service organization that touches thousands of people each year in many diverse ways and is in many instances the only support a family or individual has during their time of need. From disaster relief to teaching lifesaving techniques or contacting a military family, this organization's mission is one of pure service. I am proud to be a part of the American Red Cross and the positive influence it has on so many lives.

I moved to Tallahassee from Tulsa, Oklahoma in August of 1999 to attend Florida State University where I received my BS in Real Estate. I have been in my current position as a Sales Executive with LandAmerica – Lawyers Title for the last five years. Being involved in many organizations has allowed me the opportunity to meet many wonderful people in the Tallahassee area and makes me proud to call this place home.

The American Red Cross is an organization that truly cares about people. I joined the Board of Directors because I want to be a part of something that is life changing. I want to help people who need it most and being part of this chapter will give me that opportunity.

I have lived in Tallahassee al of my life (with the exception of a couple of months). I have one daughter, Trish who is 25 years old and lives in Pensacola and is in the commercial real estate business. I attended school in Leon County including Tallahassee Community College. For the first 14 years of my working life I was in the insurance business with Yeager Insurance, then Landrum-Yaeger Insurance. For a short period of time I was an owner of a sporting foods store here in Tallahassee. For the past 10 years I have been in the commercial real estate business.

I believe that people need to be a part of the community that they live in. I have been an active participant in the Tallahassee community since my Boy Scout days. I have been a member of the Tallahassee Lions club for 29 years. I feel the American Red Cross offers a way to give to folks in need in Tallahassee and surrounding communities like no other organization. I feel that the American Red Cross is on the front line when disaster hits and by being part of the American Red Cross it gives me the opportunity to be on the front line and help those that need help the most.

My family moved to Florida when I was seven years of age and the sunshine state has been my home ever since. I began working with my parents, Aaron and Loretta Taylor, at the age of 12 at their Western Auto Store. I now own and manage that original Western Auto Store, now called Taylor's Doit Best Building Supply Inc, in Eastpoint Florida. I enjoy swimming in my pool, dogs (especially her old friend Sport) and traveling.

Having been a coastal resident most my my life I have seen first-hand how beneficial the American Red Cross responds during disasters to help families and communities recover. I knew I needed to be a part of such an organization.

I was born on a farm in North Carolina, spent twenty years in the United States Army, with service in Viet Nam. I retired from the United States Army in 1976. Upon retirement I completed my Master's Degree in Public Administration at Brenau University in Gainesville Georgia. In 1984 I began my public service career as City Manager in Wadley Georgia. Since then I have been the City Manager for following Georgia communities, Stone Mountain, Hapeville, Loganville and Camilla. On June 23 1997, I became the City Manager of Chattahoochee Florida.

I am heavily involved in civic and church activities, locally, regionally and throughout Florida.

The American Red Cross is an organization that gets things done and is well organized, has a great track record and the faith of citizens within our communities.

I was born and raised in Albuquerque. After receiving a chemistry degree from the University of California at Berkeley, I had the fortune to work at places like the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Apple Computer out in California. My wife and I moved to Tallahassee in 2003 to help grow her family’s business, Golden Lighting. My next career endeavor will be with Vision 2020, a venture capital business that will invest in local start up businesses to encourage economic development.

One of my newly discovered guiding principles is achieving a balance of community, career, family, and self-improvement. Previously, I had spent so much of my efforts on my career that I didn’t dedicate very much time to community involvement. Since moving to Tallahassee, I have fallen in love with the city’s wonderful sense of community. I want to help grow this community in areas where I can make the biggest impact, and I believe that being on the board of directors for the Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross would allow me to do just that. I especially respect the American Red Cross’s core mission of taking a proactive role in educating the public with disaster preparation as well as providing much needed support when a disaster strikes. I am both honored and excited to be a part of such a great organization.

I graduated from the University of Florida in 1983 and worked for the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority as a para legal and claims adjuster while attending law school at Georgia State University College of Law. I graduated from law school ion 1990 and moved to Tallahassee where I have been on the staff of the State attorney's Office since October 1990 as Assistant State Attorney. In April 2005 I was promoted to Chief Assistant State Attorney.

I volunteer for the Capital Area Chapter because it is a way to give back to our communities by helping people who need immediate disaster caused assistance. The chapter is made up of an amazing group of people who give selflessly everyday.

I moved to Tallahassee for college, and ended up staying! I have been in the finance industry for almost 12 years and am deeply involved in our community. Among others, I currently give time to Big Brothers Big Sisters, Rotary Youth Camp, Downtown Babies, and Tallahassee Sunset Rotary. In my spare time, I enjoy playing baseball and softball, visiting the YMCA, and socializing with friends and colleagues.

I firmly believe that giving back to others is the only way to become whole as a person - professionally, personally, spiritually, and emotionally. The way we treat those that are less fortunate is important to me, and I know that the American Red Cross believes the same - that is why I am here.

I was eight months pregnant with my second sun and being monitored for early labor when Hurricane Katrina hit. I watched in disbelief and horror at the families on television. Of course, I thought what if that happened here or to my family. When the opportunity to serve on the Capital Area Chapter's board of Directors presented itself - I knew it was time to get involved. I look forward to serving the community as part of this amazing and valuable organization.

I have worked in the Emergency Management Field since 2001. I served the Division of Emergency Management as the manager of the technical Hazards unit from 2001 until 2005. In 2004, I received the honor of being presented with the Rodney Richardson Award which recognizes exemplary service to enhance the field of Emergency Management. I worked as the Security Manager for the Florida Department of Transportation from 2005 to 2006 and currently serve as the Emergency Management Director for Wakulla County. I currently work very closely with the Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross and rely on them heavily to meet the Human Services needs of my community.

I joined the chapter's Board of Directors to bring an Emergency Management perspective to the local American Red Cross Board. This will hopefully allow us to better understand and serve the victims of disasters. The ARC is a very important part of Disaster Response. They play a very vital part in meeting the Human Resource needs following disasters regardless of size. Board understanding of the response and victims needs are very important to assure effective service.

My responsibility as the Public Affairs Manager for Buckeye involves coordinating the cellulose manufacturing company's community, media, and governmental relations programs. A native Floridian, I attended the University of Florida and received a degree in forest management. Prior to joining Buckeye in 1981, my career includes service as the Executive Director of the Florida Institute of Consulting Engineers as well as the Executive Director of the Tennessee Forestry Association.

My community involvement includes serving on the Board of Directors for United Way of the Big Bend, Suwannee River Area Council Boy Scouts, and the Florida Greenways and Trails Council.

I reside in Perry with my wife, Alice.

I support the American Red Cross because it is the premier emergency relief organization. Florida and the nation needs a robust emergency response capability, including a volunteer component. The mission of the American Red Cross - helping neighbors in need - is compelling and appealing to me.

I grew up in Miami Florida, but was born in Ohio. I have always been active in every community I have lived in. I came to Tallahassee to attend FSU and have been here ever since!

My close friend, Mel Pope experienced a tragic situation, which I helped him get through. Mel was the chairman of the Capital Area Chapter's Board of Directors and invited me along with Anna Johnson to join.

The American Red Cross is a great organization, which I am proud to be a part of. I raise money for many charities, but this one is very close to my heart.