I am a retired special educator and board certified behavior analyst, having taught and supervised special education programs for 47 years in five Florida counties and at the University of the West Indies’ School of Hope in Kingston, Jamaica. Prior to being a special educator, I attended Eckerd College, the Universidad de Las Americas back when it was in Mexico City, and the University of Florida for a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, and some doctoral studies. I’ve been volunteering my support as a board member of GROW HUB since its inception as it’s an extension of my work in supervising transition services for youth with special needs in the public schools. I also currently serve on the board of the Gatorland Council for Exceptional Children.