Get engaged and make a difference.
At South Florida Tech Hub, we believe in the power of collective action and the diversity of thought. Through our various committees and peer groups, we strive to bring together technology leaders, innovators, educators, and passionate individuals from all backgrounds to help build South Florida’s tech hub.
Governance Committees
The Governance Committee helps ensure South Florida Tech Hub operates with strong leadership, accountability, and sound organizational practices. The committee oversees matters related to board structure, bylaws, policies, nominations, leadership succession, and board effectiveness, helping the organization maintain a strong foundation as it grows and serves the regional technology community.
General Counsel
Leadership
Adam Fetterman, Esq.
Chair
Open Position
Vice Chair
Inclusion
Leadership
Beth Wagmeister
Chair
Open Position
Vice Chair
Finance
Leadership
Rich Viens
Chair
Louis Balbirer
Vice Chair
Membership
Leadership
Lonnie Maier
Chair
Tammy Kennedy
Vice Chair
Policy
Leadership
Merdochey LaFrance
Chairperson
Sheela VanHoose
Vice Chairperson
Special Events
Leadership
Maria Dominguez
Chair
Open Position
Vice Chair
Tech Talent
Leadership
Mike Conway
Chairperson
Alissa Landra
Vice Chairperson
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County Leadership
South Florida Tech Hub’s County Leadership Teams serve as the organization’s local leadership presence across the region, helping ensure that each county’s technology community is represented, connected, and actively engaged.
Comprised of technology leaders, practitioners, entrepreneurs, educators, and community stakeholders, these teams help identify local priorities, strengthen relationships, support regional programming, and connect county-level activity to the broader South Florida technology ecosystem.
Palm Beach & Treasure Coast
Leadership
Michael Mittleman
Chair
Andrew Parry
Vice Chair
Cindy Metzler
Chair
Deana Pizzo
Chair
JASON PRICE
Chair
Eric Bome
Chair
Adam Fetterman
Vice Chair
Wanita Dixon
SFTH Title
Broward
Leadership
Lenny Chesal
Chair
Manish Hirapara
Vice Chair
Valentina Flores
Communications
Monica Rojas
SFTH Title
Jonathan Wolfe
SFTH Title
Miami-Dade
Leadership
Kevin Ruiz
Chair
Selenis leguisamon
Vice Chair
Pedro Santos
Communications
Caryn Lavernia
Membership
Jake Moskowitz
Awards
Member Peer Groups
Our exclusive Member Peer Groups provide an arena for members to meet, learn, and share experiences. These exclusive member groups offer a platform for regular meetings, unique networking opportunities, and exclusive member communications.
CxO Council
An exclusive group designed for C-suite professionals that provides a trusted and private space for top-level executives responsible for running tech-driven businesses to share challenges, seek support, share insights, and connect with peers who truly understand the intricacies of running a technology-focused business.
Leadership
Rory Sanchez
Chair
David Hartmann
Vice Chair
Women's Council
A thriving and empowering group exclusively for women in the tech industry. Our community is dedicated to fostering inclusivity, supporting professional growth, and connecting women who are passionate about technology.
Leadership
Meggie Soliman
Chair
Cindy Metzler
Vice Chair
Tech Talent Council
A dynamic and collaborative group dedicated to connecting and empowering professionals in healthcare technology and life sciences. Our community brings together individuals who are passionate about leveraging technology to transform healthcare and improve patient outcomes.
Leadership
Michael Conway
Chair
Mihai Fonoage
Vice Chair
Startup Founders Council
A dynamic community designed to support and empower startup founders through networking, meaningful connections, valuable resources, and ongoing education. Whether you’re launching, scaling, or navigating challenges, this group provides a space to share experiences, gain insights, and access the tools needed for success.
Leadership
Garrett Kellner
Chair
Anita Patel
Vice Chair
DevDive Council
A group for developers and engineers, talented designers, or simply self-proclaimed tech geeks, you’ll find a place among like-minded individuals who are eager to explore the latest trends, technologies, and innovations in the tech industry through coding classes where the developers can ‘dive’ right in and learn something new.
Leadership
Hans Bacares
Chair
OPEN
Vice Chair
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Committees and peer groups are the foundation of our organization. Join us and help build South Florida's innovation ecosystem.
Together, We Are #BuildingSoFlo