Nona Festival Committee

AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH - THANK YOU BRANDY!

Your pets are more than friends; they are part of your family!    My desire is to capture your pets in portrait wall art, to give you smiles and lasting memories of the special spaces our pets hold in our hearts. 

Heart of the Image ~ from my heart hounds to the pets of your heart!   I have been a lifelong pet owner - cats and dogs.   Currently I share my home with Piper, an Irish Wolfhound and registered pet thereapy dog.  I interact with your pets to make them comfortable, having fun, and thus, allowing me to capture their seriousness and their playfulness.  I also do head shots for Humans, Event Photography, Business Marketing and Social Media stock images.  Contact me to set up a consultation to discuss your photographic needs.  

GuideWell Innovation Center Director of Operations. Provides the Operational leadership for all facilities, IT requirements and membership, event and venue support for the Innovation CoRE (Collaborative Resource Ecosystem) business services. A retired Naval Commander, held various leadership positions and was responsible for strategic planning for US Naval operations throughout career. In the business sector, as a Project Management Professional, led several IT projects during tenure with Florida Blue, and was responsible for starting a Mechanical Division of a successful Jacksonville based business.

Currently President & Chief Executive Officer at RP Consulting Group LLC based in Orlando, Florida. At SIMCOM Aviation Training, he is the maintenance site manager in charge of the technical supervision of 28 simulators. An enthusiastic aviation professional with over 16 years of aviation management and technical experience, proven skills and education. He has worked with multiple organizations throughout his career such as the United States Navy, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Avidyne Corporation and SIMCOM Aviation Training. His experience allowed him to work with military contracts, private organizations, and general aviation enthusiasts. 

American Balloon Decor (ABD) provides a Unique Balloon Service to the Central Florida and Greater Orlando Area. We also service large corporations such as The Orlando Magic, Office Depot, Hyatt Regency (Peabody Orlando), HD Supply, Holler Auto Group, Mercedes of South Orlando, Disney, YMCA, Florida Blue, Petco, Boniface Heirs Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep, Ritz Carlton Hotels, and many other corporations coming to Orlando Conventions, Trade Shows and Local Events.

As a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley, I help people manage their finances to make sure they are on track to achieving their long-term goals.

Orlando Event Planners is a family owned and operated Event Planning Business which have  been established since 2013, and even today makes amazing memories to couples on their special day,. We continue to grow as a company and  only accept the top vendors, venues , and caterers to be part of our family. There is no function to big or small for us to handle and we can guarantee our customer service skills and attention to even the smallest detail will be second to none. 

Hello, my name is Rashad Davis, I am a Firefighter Paramedic. I first started in the transportation industry driving semi-tractor trailer trucks. Later, I became a firefighter because I always had a passion for protecting and serving my community. By combining the two things I enjoy the most I created Dumpster Medic, which is a dumpster rental company.  We operate in the Central Florida and the surrounding areas. We provide affordable dumpster rental options for waste that is created from various projects such as: remodeling, building, house cleanouts, or any similar projects. We believe in providing service with integrity that builds relationships. We offer our services to both residents and businesses. 

We are a boutique law firm focusing on the small business owner who needs comprehensive planning for their business and personal needs -- including business organization, corporate compliance, complex estate planning, real estate matters, employment matters, and other issues as they arise. 

We also specialize in individual estate planning and probate matters. We understand that planning for end of life and taking care of a loved ones matters after death are difficult times to navigate. We extend patience and understanding to help you resolve those matters. 

Kelly has been in healthcare since she began volunteering at the young age of 12 with Winter Haven Hospital.  Kelly has 25 years combined in human resources, dental, developmental disabilities, medical simulation, geriatrics, marketing neurology and pain management. Kelly is now honored to enter into the world of Home Health with Carlos Pereira, CEO of Home Health Care Resources Corp. Carlos and Kelly grew up together and share the same values and mission to bring the very best in Home Health Care, ‘One Patient at A Time’.

Michael Waddell is an established leader with 31 years of results-driven success in college athletics, professional sports, and private business. 

In December 2019 he was named the President of the ORLANDO STORM, a second-year franchise in World TeamTennis.  Mike is also the Principal with Brentwood Partners, a firm he founded in 2013, focused on six pillars of client service; revenue generation, brand enhancement, fan engagement, creative production, digital/eSports development, and collegiate athletics search.

Don Long has served as CEO/President of the Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce since December of 2017. He is also a former Chairman and interim President of the St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce.

Previously, Don enjoyed a successful entrepreneur career as owner, executive and employing yacht broker where he specialized in worldwide export and foreign currency purchases.

Don is a retired US Marine and served in numerous duty stations including command of four embassy security detachments in high tension areas in Africa and Europe along with combat deployment to Somalia. Don is also a military combat correspondent holding certifications as a print, broadcast and photo journalist. Reaching the highest enlisted rank of Master Gunnery Sergeant, Don served as the Public Affairs Chief of the Marine Corps where he managed an entire occupational field from the Pentagon.

Don graduated with honors in Business Management from the University of Phoenix.

17 years’ working at St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce as Business Development Manager where we grew the chamber from under 250 members to over 600 and helped plan many of today's successful events and programs. Previously held several senior positions with US Government  as Systems Analyst and Welcome Coordinator for American Embassies overseas. I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Fitness, Recreation and Health from the University of Maryland.

I am currently a junior at the University of Central Florida studying International Politics. Previously, I earned experience in anything ranging from US Congress election campaigns to pharmacy to managing a boutique. Although mid-Bachelor's Degree now, I hold an Associate in Arts degree from Valencia College.

Hello my name is Teresa Loomis.  I am a retired Healthcare Executive with a passion for IDignity.  IDignity is a not for profit that assists people in recovering their legal IDentification so that they may be active in life once again.  Without an ID you can not have a bank account, enroll your child in school, obtain housing, a job and many, many other things in life.
As a former board member, and current ambassador, it is my hope that everyone legally deserving of an ID ....has one.  Through IDignity, the volunteers and staff actively participate in awareness initiatives that assist in ensuring immigration laws are withheld. We become more aware of signs of human and sex trafficking so that we can aid in the diminishing of this heinous act. 
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Please walk side by side with me and support IDignity who assist all people in maintaining and re-establishing their dignity.
Teresa Loomis

In 2017, Kim was inspired to change her career path. She needed a change from the health care profession but still was committed to helping people. She has found her passion in real estate. She loves that she is able to develop a relationship with her clients and is able to continue to help people, just in a different way.

Kim is passionate about helping families find their roots in Orlando and investing in the community.