BEEMAN, Patty
Attended Bryant & Stratton, Buffalo, NY
Has taught quilting and crafts for over 25 years
Retired NH Para for Special Education
BIBB, Captain Tommy
26-year veteran of the Marion County, FL Sheriff’s Office
Assistant Bureau Chief, MC Detective Bureau, overseeing homicide, robbery, special victims, organized fraud, and cargo theft
BLAIR, Major Chris
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice, UCF
Graduated from Southern Police Institute, University of Louisville, KY
Chairman of the North Florida Violent Crime Council
Chef BLAND, Dave
Southeastern Culinary Academy
Chef with over 20 years of experience
in all facets of the restaurant business
Member of the American Culinary Federation
BOYER III, Dr. Willet A.
BA, MA, PhD, University of Florida
Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA)
President and Founding Member of Ancient Ones Archaeological Society of North Central Florida
BRAVO, Diego
BA, Zoológico Estudies, Universidad Nacional De Colombia, Medellín, Colombia
Manager or technical assistant, 37 Paso horse farms in Colombia, South America
Founder, director, or instructor at Paso horse riding schools in Colombia and Ocala, FL
Judge, coach, equine clinician at various venues in South America and USA
Author of books and articles on Paso Fino and other horse subjects
BURKE, Marion-Alice
Involved in the art of Bonsai in Brooklyn Botanical Gardens for 50 years
Member and Past President of Marion Bonsai Society
Marion County Master Garden 1999-2004 (lecturing throughout the county)
CAMPAGNA, Shizuka
BS in Mathematics, Tokyo, Japan
Teacher of exceptional students
CARCHIA, Tina
Member of T.E.A.M. (Teachers & Educators of Art Materials)
Self-taught in oils, watercolor, acrylics, and pen & ink
Teaches Painting for Pleasure with Tony Carchia
CARCHIA, Tony
Certified Instructor from Alexander Art, Koh-I-Noor / Grumbacher
Certified Instructor from Winsor Newton / ColArt companies
Member of T.E.A.M. (Teachers & Educators of Art Materials
Dr. CHANDLER, James
BA, MA, Wayne State University
Ph.D., Holy Cross College
Retired Commander USN and
Chief Police Psychologist for Illinois State Police
CLARK, Danielle
Community Representative for the American Cancer Society
CLEMONS, Matthew
Degree in Wildlife Conservation from University of Florida
Owner and tour operator of Aardvark’s Florida Kayak
Board Member of Save the Manatee
COLEN, Jerry
BA, Ohio State University
JD, University of Texas School of Law
30 years of practice in Florida specializing in real estate,
simple & complex estate and financial planning, wills,
probate, trust administration and Elder Law
CROLEY, Dr. Thomas
BS Physiology, Sociology, Oklahoma State University
MD, University of Oklahoma
Internship, Internal Medicine,
Medical University of South Carolina
Residency, Department of Ophthalmology,
Medical University of South Carolina
Member, American Academy of Ophthalmology,
American Medical Association,
Outpatient Ophthalmic Surgery Society,
American Society of Cataract and Refractive
Surgery, American Ophthalmological Surgery
DAVIS, Dr. Dennis
DMD, Nova Southeastern University
MS, University of Florida
Dental Implant Fellowship, Southern Illinois University
Diplomat of the American Board of Periodontology
DAVIS, Dr. Ronald
DVM, Purdue University
US Army (active/reserve) (Ret COL)
FAA Air Safety Operations
Delta and DHL Airlines
DAVIS, Tom
District Community Development Coordinator
Life South, Community Blood Centers
DAVISON, Terry
Personal Trainer Certified by American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Qualified Instructor for: Pilates/Aqua/Core
Strength/Seated exercise with the Elderly/Studio Cycling
Registered advanced instructor Register of British Exercise Professionals
DENNIS, Cammy
BS, Business Administration
Rochester Institute of Technology
Fitness Director, On Top of the World Communities
ACE & AFAA Certified Instructor
SCW Fitness Education Faculty Member
DIPIERO, Frank
BS, Biology, Youngstown State University
MS, Education, Youngstown State University
Col USAF (retired)
DODD, Bill
BA, Boston University
Dream analysis and public presentations for over 20 years
DUCHARME, Nancy
BA, International Relations, Goucher College
MBA, Finance and Marketing, Northeastern University; Boston
Taught Calligraphy for over 10 years to adults and children at public schools
DUCZ, Kathy
SHINE Counselor
(Serving the Health Information Needs of Elders)
Florida State Department of Elder Affairs
Dr. ELYAMAN, Yousef
MD, UTESA (Dominical Republic)
Board Certified: Internal Medicine
Board Eligible: Pediatrics
ENSLOW, Julie
Bachelor of Design from the College of Architecture at UF
Taught design and software
FAULHABER, Craig
Scrub-jay Conservation Coordinator,
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
FERTIC, Sheri
Associates in Computer Programming, Augusta Technical College
E-mail and Network Administrator for 10 years
GIBAS, David
BS, University of Florida
MHA, University of Florida
Director, The Ranch Fitness Center
GOLD, Dr. Karen L.
BA, University of Maryland
Med, Loyola College
University of Louisville: Certificate in Special Education Administration
PsyD, Baylor University
University of Texas Health Sciences Center-San Antonio
Department of Psychiatry: Residency in Clinical Psychology
HARGABUS, Wayne
FWC K-9 Law Enforcement Officer
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
HILL, Joy
Public Information Coordinator,
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
HOYOS, Dr. Alex
Dental Degree, CES Colombia, South America
Periodontal-Prosthodontics, CES Colombia, South America
Dental Degree, University of Florida
Specialist in Prosthodontics, University of Florida
Master of Science, University of Florida
Implant Fellowship, University of Florida
KNIGHT, Doris
BA, MA + 30 University of Massachusetts
Retired Professor, 30 years of teaching
KUEPPER, Elizabeth
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology from University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Masters of Social Work from University of Central Florida
State of Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Member of the National Association of Social Workers and Gainesville/Ocala Unit
2 ½ years of service on Orange County’s Baker Act receiving psychiatric inpatient units
Creator of Heart of Florida Health Center’s Behavioral Health Program
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Dr. LANE, Thomas
BS, DVM, Cornell University
Emeritus Professor: University of Florida School
of Veterinary Medicine
Founder: International School of Equine Sciences
LEDZIAN, Kevin R.
BS, Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech
Registered Professional Engineer
Chartered Financial Engineer
Certified Senior Advisor
Registered Securities Principal
LOPEZ, Carol Drost
Placed 1st for pastels in Spring 2008 Ocala Arts Group Contest
41 years teaching pastel, oil, acrylic, and watercolor arts
Member Citrus Art League, Ocala Art Group, and Ocala Plein Air Painters
LOWELL, Dr. Troy
BA, Harvard University
MD, Rutgers Medical School
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
MARKS, Dr. Thomas
BS, Florida State University
LLB, Stetson University College of Law
PhD, University of Florida
Emeritus Profession of Law, Stetson University College of Law
Dr. MAWHINEY, Bob
D.C. Logan College of Chiropractic
Private practice Chiropractor for over 50 years
Extensive publishing; lectured throughout the U.S.
MCCUNE, Jessica S.W.
MS, University of North Texas
BS, Baylor University
MA, Storytelling Graduate Student, ETSU
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL
Registered Nurse, FL
MELTON, Sharon
BA, Behavioral Science, Barry University
Florida Certified Dementia Trainer
Director of programs and Education, Alzheimer’s Association of Central and North Florida
MILLER, Tom
BS, Indiana University of PA
MS, Clarion University of PA
32 years teaching experience —
Warren County School District, PA
Dr. NADEL, M. Keith
AB, Amherst, English Literature
BS, University of Mass., Zoology
MD, McGill University
PhD, Kansas State University, Molecular Biology
MBA, Harvard University (executive course)
PhD, Harvard University, Political Science
Tenured Faculty – Harvard University
Tenured Faculty – Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne
NYC Health Commissioner
UN Physician-in-Chief
United States Surgeon General (interim)
Admiral, USNR - retired
Dr. NASSER, Ali
MD, Bangalore University, India
Residency: Schesterman Center University of Oklahoma
Fellowship: Cardiology University of South Florida
Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging
Mallinckrodt Institute Washington
University St. Louis
Board Certification: Internal Medicine, Cardiology,
Comprehensive Adult Echo and Nuclear Medicine
NOROOZI, Dr. Sheila
BS, Indiana University
MS, Barry University
DP, Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
ODEH, Sami
BA, St. Mary’s University
Fifteen years working with stained glass (self taught)
OLIVER, Lee Ann
Involved in Ceramic Technology for 25 years and in Fiber Arts for 30 years
Has taught pottery, glass painting, book binding, and other classes to adults, children, and
special-needs groups
OVERMEYER, Luann
BA, Psychology, University of California at Los Angeles
Licensed Massage Therapist
Registered Practitioner and Instructor of Ortho-Bionomy for 30 years
Private Practice for 30 years
Teaches throughout the U.S. and internationally
Author of Ortho-Bionomy, A Path to Self Care
PATTERSON, Kathleen
Florida Certified Horticulture Professional
Private Pesticide Applicator, 2002
Master Gardener for 8 years
PODKOMORSKI, John
BS in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics
30 years management experience at Hewlett Packard
POPE, Diane
RN, La Salle School of Nursing
Hiking/Biking for 1.5 years
PRIMEAU, Sue
MBA, Human Resources, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul MN
BS, Industrial Technology, Cheyney University, Cheyney PA
Owner, Teaming Pond, Inc.
Full time artist, exhibitor, and watercolor instructor
Member Florida Watercolor Society and Ocala Art Group
RANGES, Cathy
Certified Ophthalmic Technician and Ophthalmic Scrub Technician
Lead Training Clinical Technician & Refractive Coordinator,
Central Florida Eye Institute
Specialist in community education
and professional organization contacts
RIDENOUR, Michael
Admissions Director, Timber Ridge
BS, RN, Marian College, Indianapolis, Indiana
Presentations on Medicaid/Medicare
SABAWI, Dr. Zafer
AP, Florida
MBBCh, Cairo, Egypt
Diplomat, Tuberculosis and Chest Disease, UK
Graduate, Institute if Classical Acupuncture, University of Florida
Instructor, Anatomy and Physiology, Santa Fe Community College
and Webster University
SANCHIRICO, Bill
BA, Electrical Engineering
Certified in Comptia's A Plus and Microsoft and Novell's20computer networking MCP
Owner/Instructor of InfoBytes Computer School
Taught computer classes at CTAE & Marion County Schools for 8 years
SCOTT, Norm
Certified CPR/AED Instructor
Taught for law enforcement, medical and private organizations
SPENCE, Lynda
BS University of Florida
MA (Family Youth and Community Series) University of Florida
Member - National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Services and Florida Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Focus Area – Financial and family matters, housing education
SWEENEY, Thomas
Licensed Owner, Trainer, Blood Stock Agent in Florida,
California, Arizona and Ireland since 1979
THOMPSON, Chaplain Warren
BA, Pastoral Counseling, Luther Rice Seminary, Lithonia GA
BA, Psychology, University of Florida
TIFFANY, Neal
Attended Toledo and Indiana Universities
Certified Instructor of Mohr Development “Negotiating Skills”
Course on Negotiating at Harvard Business School
Guest Speaker, Indiana University, Tri-State University, Muskegon School System
Past President, Toy Wholesalers Association of America
Volunteer, Guardian Ad Litem, Fifth Judicial Circuit Court, Florida
TOEPPEN-SPRIGG, Dr. Barbara
MPH, Medical College of Wisconsin
MD, Case Western Reserve University
Board Certified Preventive Medicine
Hiking/Biking for 40 years
WARDELL, Mathew
Conductor, Ocala Symphony Orchestra
PhD Candidate, University of Florida
WELLINGTON, Dr. Pat
BA, MA, University of Maryland
PhD, Florida State
Taught at University of Miami for 30 years
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