Debbie Butler

President

Mrs. Butler is the former Senior Vice President with international global information provider, Comscore.  She has extensive experience in business start-ups, operational management, and employee training and employee development.  Ms. Butler has effectively built and managed large workforces including remote locations.  She is a Guardian ad Litem Volunteer, a member of The National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association (CASA), St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce and the Society for Human Resource Management.

GFNF
1850 SW Fountainview Blvd.
Suite 201
Port St. Lucie, FL  34986
Office:  772.807.3868
Fax:  772.807.3869
Cell:  772.359.2824
dbutler@gfnf4kids.org

Jeff Emmeluth

Vice President

Mr. Emmeluth is a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones.  His past experience includes financial advising at AG Edwards, and a Managing Partner with RJ Gators and Ker’s Winghouse. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Northern Colorado in 1991. Mr. Emmeluth is the vice-president of Membership at the St Lucie chamber of Commerce.  He also serves as the 1st Vice, at Sons of the American Legion, Post 318 Port St Lucie.  In 2009 and 2010 the St Lucie County Chamber of Commerce named him Ambassador of the Year. In 2008 he earned the Ted Jones Prospecting Award from Edward Jones

Edward Jones
1315 NW St. Lucie West Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FL  34986
772.344.8107
jeff.emmeluth@edwardjones.com

Lynda Stinson

Treasurer

Mrs. Stinson is a Financial Consultant with LJB Financial Consulting, primarily working within the not for profit sector. Her experience includes  Vice President of Finance and Administration with Xelus, Inc. in Fairport New York, and a Controller and Acting CFO for Patient InfoSYSTEMS in Rochester New York.  She is a New York Board Certified Public Accountant , and received her Bachelor’s of Science in Accounting from St. John Fisher College.  Mrs. Stinson serves as a volunteer for Indian River Habitat for Humanity, Women’s Build Team and assists with construction of new homes for families in need.  She also serves as a Treasurer and Board Member at Ocean Residences at Orchid Island. She is a Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP), with The Healthcare Financial Management Association.

GFNF
1850 SW Fountainview Blvd.
Suite 201
Port St. Lucie, FL  34986
Office:  772.807.3868
Fax:  772.807.3869
Cell: 772.696.1313
ljbates72@hotmail.com

Gina Rossi-Scheiman

Secretary

Mrs. Rossi-Scheiman is a Consultant with Consultopia Inc. She is the former Director of Policy and Training (SPSA) with the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission.  She created and implemented a statewide volunteer initiative including a volunteer guardianship program which secured an average of 5,000 volunteer hours annually.  She is the former President of the Illinois Guardianship Association. Mrs. Rossi-Scheiman is a National Certified Guardian through the National Guardianship Association and a member of the Florida Guardianship Association.  She is a Guardian ad Litem volunteer.

GFNF
1850 SW Fountainview Blvd.
Suite 201
Port St. Lucie, FL  34986
Office:  772.807.3868
Fax:  772.807.3869
Cell:  772.240.8860
grossi@gfnf4kids.org

Doris Plym

Director

Mrs. Plym is a former Import business owner with successful fundraising and volunteer program development experience.  She is a member of the Moorings Club and the Presidents Club at Hillsdale College.  She has been a Guardian ad Litem Volunteer for over 16 years.

GFNF
1850 SW Fountainview Blvd.
Suite 201
Port St. Lucie, FL  34986
Office:  772.807.3868
Fax:  772.807.3869
Cell: 772.584.1428
dplym@gfnf4kids.org

Elizabeth Mackenzie

Director

Mrs. Mackenzie is the former Circuit Director for the 19th Judicial Guardian ad Litem Program.  She has over 14 years of Public Service experience with the State of Florida including State Attorney’s Office and 19th Judicial Circuit, Court Administration.  She is the CEO of Child’s Voice First.         

GFNF
1850 SW Fountainview Blvd.
Suite 201
Port St. Lucie, FL  34986
Office:  772.807.3868
Fax:  772.807.3869
Cell: 772.201.1996
emackenzie@gfnf4kids.org

Ronald Jones, Ph.D.

Director

Dr. Jones is a Licensed Psychologist with over 31 years experience in mental health field.  He served as consultant to multiple agencies and corporations for post-traumatic stress debriefings, hostage negotiations, evaluations, organizational consultations and training. He has been a school psychologist with the Michigan Public Schools for 31 years.  Dr. Jones is a member of the American Psychological Association, International Association of Chiefs of Police, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, National Register of Health Care Providers, and the Vietnam Veterans Association.

GFNF
1850 SW Fountainview Blvd.
Suite 201
Port St. Lucie, FL  34986
Office:  772.807.3868
Fax:  772.807.3869
Cell:  734.834.3337
jones46001@comcast.net

Strather B. DuPree, II

Director

Mr. DuPree is a Small Business Specialist at Bank of America.  He has extensive experience in business and finance.   His accomplishments include a considerable increase in receivables and acquisition of major accounts to strong employee retention by thorough training and motivational skills, development and implementation of compliance plans and establishment of internal control procedures.  He is a Media Ministry Leader, Life Group Leader.  He participates in Angel Tree Ministry, Prison and Juvenile Detention Center Ministry. He is a children and youth Sunday school leader and a Financial Fitness Keynote Speaker.

Bank of America
1601 NS St. Lucie West Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FL  34986
772.340.5517
stratherdupree@yahoo.com

Michelle Akins

Director

Mrs. Akins is the Quality Assurance Coordinator for the Child Abuse Death Review Committee. She has established 24 local Child Abuse Death Review Committees in Florida. She has served on many gubernatorial task forces that directed legislative changes. She worked for the Department of Children and families for over 21 years. She has a B.S. in Social Work from Augsburg College. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Florida American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, The Southeast Coalition on Child Fatalities, The Florida Injury Prevention Advisory Council, The Treasure Coast Human Trafficking Coalition. She is an Advisory Board Member for Healthy Families Okeechobee and Martin, and belongs to Domestic Violence Fatality Committee for Circuit 19 and the Child Abuse Prevention Advisory Council for Circuit 19

State Child Abuse Death Review Committee
1701 S 23rd Street, Fort Pierce, Fl  34950
Office:  772.467.6012
Cell:  863.697.3981
Michelle_Akins@doh.state.fl.us