Amy Wiggins is a public relations and communications professional who recently learned the meaning of the word proscenium. After finishing her BA at Florida Southern College, Amy worked as the YMCA of West Central Florida’s first Teen Development Director before beginning a career in communications and economic development at the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce. […]

Ashley Link was born and raised in Lakeland and graduated from Lakeland High School. She went on the earn a BA in Public Relations from the University of Alabama. Ashley has more than 15 years’ experience in the public relations, advertising and marketing arena. In 2014, she joined the Southern Homes team, where she heads […]

As a lifelong Lakelander Ashley was born to Douglas and Bessie Troutman on August 3, 1981.  He is the youngest of five siblings (Victor, Tammye {deceased}, Monica, and Anthony {twin brother}).  He attended Polk County Public Schools all throughout his primary education and graduated from George Jenkins High School in 1999.  Upon high school graduation […]

Brad Crenshaw works for Publix Super Markets in the Real Estate Department as a Real Estate Manager.  He has worked for Publix for 7 years and has held several positions within the Real Estate Department. In his current role he oversees the market strategy within a specific territory which includes new store site selection, existing […]

Bradley Lunz, AIA, LEED AP, GGP, NCARB joined Lunz Prebor Fowler Architects in 2008. Brad has over 15 years’ experience ranging from large commercial resorts development to higher education facility design. He is a registered architect in the state of Florida and Texas and a member of the Tampa Bay American Institute of Architects. Brad became a Leadership […]

Carole has lived in Lakeland since 1996. She served for 15 years as a Vice President at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. During that time she  had executive responsibility for master planning and overseeing construction and opening of the laundry building, the Cancer Center and its first expansion and the B wing and the parking garage. […]

Cory was named President of the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce in January of 2015. In his role, he is responsible for chamber leadership, government affairs and also oversees the administration of the Lakeland Area Chamber Foundation and BusinessVoice, Inc. Originally from Scottsville, NY, Cory moved to Central Florida in 1997 to attend Barry University […]

David Robinson is a technology visionary and entrepreneur whose first love is incubating businesses. Following his dream 28+ years ago, David founded his first business, DSM, which has evolved into a leading data center network and technology consulting firm based in central Florida. DSM is the incubator that allows David the flexibility to nurture, fund […]

Diretta Wilcox has worked for the Salvation Army of Lakeland for the past eight years and serves as their Program Diector. She is retired from the State of Florida after 19 years of service is various positions. Diretta is active in the Lakeland community serving in roles such as Board President for the Lakeland Habitat […]

Jason Willey is the Business Development Manager for the City of Lakeland. He is responsible for all of the City’s internal economic and business development activities. Working closely with developers, engineers, architects and realtors, much of Jason’s time is spent navigating processes and solving problems.  He has a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from […]

Kimberly was raised in Lakeland having graduated from Lakeland Senior High School and Florida Southern College.  Her love of service began at FSC where she served as the Student Government Association (SGA) President.  She is a Past President of the Junior League of Greater Lakeland, as well as, a member of Leadership Lakeland Class 28.  […]

Kristin Crosby is the Engagement Editor for LALtoday, a digital media company and daily e-newsletter in Lakeland, FL. She also was the editor of The Lakelander and has contributed to national publications including Lifezette.

Kyle Fedler currently serves as the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Florida Southern College where oversees all matters related to academics, as well as student life. He has served in this role for the since 2011, prior to which he was the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Huntingdon College in Montgomery, […]

Liz Craven, along with her husband Wes, own Pro-Ad Media, a Polk County based media company serving the local community for over 23 years. Pro-Ad Media is the home of the Polk Elder Care Guide, Foodie Magazine and Polk Home and Garden Magazine. Wes and Liz also own and operate BigHarryDeals.com. Liz lives in Lakeland and is […]

Matt joined Heath Funeral Chapel in 2011 and currently serves as vice-president.  He has a B.A. degree in economics from Davidson College and a masters in accountancy from Wake Forest University.  He was a graduate of Leadership Lakeland XXX and is a member of The Lakeland Rotary Club.  Currently, Matt serves on the boards for […]

Pat Steed is the Executive Director of the Central Florida Regional Planning Council which covers the counties of Polk, DeSoto, Hardee, Highlands, and Okeechobee and the twenty-five cities located within them. She has lived in Lakeland since 1982. Pat has 35 years of management and professional planning experience including serving as Planning Director for Polk […]

Graduate of Florida State College of Law in 1986. Assistant State Attorney for approximately four (4) years at the Tenth Judicial Circuit in Bartow. Since opening my own firm in 1992, I have practiced almost exclusively in the area of family law. Member of the Lakeland Bar Association; Polk County Trial Lawyers Association; and a […]

Tony began work with the City of Lakeland in January 1997 as Assistant Director for The Lakeland Center. He became Assistant City Manager in November 2000. In October of 2004, he was promoted to Deputy City Manager. Tony is responsible for assisting the City Manager in administering the oversight of City operations and is the […]

Xuchitl and her husband Nick have become proud “Lakelanders” since moving here in 2007. Xuchitl came to Lakeland as the Director of Career Development for Florida Southern College. She quickly became involved in the community by joining the Lakeland Rotary Club, being a member of Leadership Lakeland Class 27 and Leadership Polk Class 6. She […]