Tamara Mourino, Chairwoman
Tamara is a resident and business owner of Palmetto Bay for over 16 years. As an insurance agent since 1993, Tamara’s passion is providing the best solution for her client’s personal and commercial insurance needs. While working full time she attended and graduated from Florida International University with a BA in Business administration. Tamara spends most of her time taking care of her first and second family. Her first family is her husband, two beautiful girls, Sofia and Mia and her two dogs; and her second family is her TEAM. Tamara is blessed to be surrounded by an amazing team of professionals who share her vision and enjoy continued growth and education to assist her clients during their most challenging times.
Tamara enjoys reading and dancing, she loves a good comedy also. She believes that life is meant to be lived with love, passion for what you do and be present when matters most.
www.palmettobay.greatflorida.com
tamara@firstlegacyins.com
305-256-0616 ext 200
Tana M. Llinás, Immediate Past Chairwoman & Marketing Committee
Tana M. Llinás is a multi-disciplinary award-winning designer, speaker, and businesswoman. She has worked with local and global organizations, top creative agencies, and notable brands such as VISA, Starwood Resort & Residences, Chronicle Books, Starbucks, University of Miami, and The Cleveland Orchestra. A business leader for more 17 years, Tana is the founder of and creative director behind Brand Poets, a bicoastal marketing agency specializing in integrated brand systems.
Tana earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and began her professional career in Barcelona, Spain, as a design assistant to Javier Mariscal, one of Spain’s most well-known modern illustrators. She went on to develop digital and print brand systems for a wide range of private and commercial clients throughout Spain and the United Kingdom: spas, hotels, real estate developers, museums, and fashion brands before returning stateside. Tana enjoys mentoring creatives by critiquing prospective RISD applicant portfolios for the past decade.
Pam Mayers
Past Chairwoman, Events Committee
Pam is a licensed Real Estate agent specializing in the Miami luxury home market in the cities and communities of Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, South Miami, Cocoplum, Gables Estates, and Gables by the Sea. Pam is a Realtor Associate with EWM and ranks in the top 2% in the nation in sales. She serves on various community boards including the Pinecrest Business Association and the BNI Membership Board.
eluxuryhomesmiami.com
mayers.p@ewm.com
305-216-5864
Emily Arcia, Vice Chairwoman
Emily Arcia has worked in banking for over 35 years, serving customers in a retail environment and specializing in Consumer Lending, Home Equity Lines, Home Equity Loans and Small Business Lending. As a Vice President Store Manager at TD Bank Palmetto Bay Store, Emily approaches her customers’ financial and banking needs with a personal touch. Emily’s success has not gone unnoticed, Emily is the recipient of the Vision in Action Award, CEO Leadership “Road to Legendary” Award. As a Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Miami program Alumni, previously a facilitator, Emily is currently on the Executive Planning Committee as a Project Chair. In addition to Leadership Miami, Emily currently serves on the Board of Directors for Be Strong International a non-for-profit organization that uses an evidence-based curriculum to teach adolescents about healthy relationships, financial literacy, and educational and career success to more than 3,400 students within Miami-Dade and Broward County Public Schools each year. Emily greatest accomplishment is her family, spouse of over 32 years and has 2 grown children.
Dr. Shimon Rubinstein, Board Member & Marketing Committee
Dr. J. Shimon “Dr. Shimon” grew up in Miami, FL. As a second-generation chiropractor he has grown up seeing first hand the impact chiropractic can have in the overall quality of life of those under care. It was from an early age knew he wanted to be a chiropractor, so that he too could help people in all stages of life.
Dr. Shimon graduated from Life University as a Doctor of Chiropractic and following graduate school has furthered his pediatric knowledge through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. He has personally cared for hundreds of pregnant patients utilizing the Webster Technique as well as countless babies, children and adults.
Besides having a tremendous passion for his family and chiropractic, Dr. Shimon is a avid runner. He attributes some of his success in completing over 14 half marathons, 8 full marathons and countless 5K and 10K races to routine chiropractic care. Dr. Shimon is also the Past-President of the Cutler Bay toast masters chapter, a member of the The Cutler Bay Small Business Association, The Palmetto Bay Small Business Association, Chamber South Business Association and the Florida Chiropractic Society and the Greater Kendall Business Association.
]www.rubinsteinfamilychiropractic.com
(305) 336-1803
doctors@rubinsteinchiro.com
Monica Borroto Luzarraga
Board Member
Monica Borroto Luzarraga was born in Miami grew up in Key Biscayne. After receiving her B.S. in Elementary Education, M.S. in Special Education and endorsement in Gifted Education, she began her teaching career which spanned over 25 years educating regular, gifted and special education children in preK-4, 2nd and 5th through 8th grade in public, charter and private schools. During that time, she also obtained her real estate broker license and worked with her family’s development company buying properties in Key Biscayne, tearing down the homes, constructing spec homes and selling them. About 5 years ago, she moved villages from the Village of Key Biscayne to the Village of Palmetto Bay with her husband, two boys and their dog to enjoy the neighborly and serene lifestyle it offers.
After the pandemic, Monica was offered a position as the real estate broker for NextHome Merrick Realty Group and couldn’t pass up the offer. Throughout her time in real estate, she has had the pleasure of working with a diverse range of clients, including buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants and agents. Much of her success is owed to the referrals from past clients and agents who appreciate her honesty, professionalism, and expertise. For her clients, she is always there to assist them every step of the transaction process. And, for her agents, she is always mentoring and training them for success.
www.nexthomemrg.com
monica.luzarraga@nexthomemrg.com
Carlos Andres Villacis, Secretary & Events Committee
Carlos Andres Villacis is a native of South Florida and an alumnus of Florida International University. His passion for bringing business and philanthropy together has allowed him to contribute to South Florida’s nonprofit sector. He is skilled in community relations, servant leadership, and nonprofit development. During his time in nonprofits, he has orchestrated multiple community programs, fundraising initiatives, and projects to serve the community. Additionally, he has vast experience in promoting services for youth and families and a special place in his heart for youth empowerment.
www.bestrongintl.org
(305) 969.7289 ext. 105
carlosandres@bestrongintl.org
Jose Cordo
Board Member
Jose Luis was born and raised in Miami, Florida, but is particularly proud of his Cuban heritage. He attended and graduated from Southwest Miami Senior High School. He went on to attend Miami-Dade College where he eventually earned his certificate as an Accredited Claims Adjuster. Today, Jose Luis is the CEO of Cordo Claims Group, a licensed and bonded public adjusting firm headquartered in Miami, Florida. With over twenty years of industry experience, Jose has assisted policyholders in the States of Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. His steadfast dedication to the public adjusting field has helped thousands of homeowners and business owners recover millions in money owed to them for claims filed.
Jose’s certifications include Windstorm Insurance Network Appraiser, Windstorm Insurance Network Umpire, Certified Property Appraiser and Umpire, Certified Property Insurance Appraiser, Certified Property Insurance Umpire, and OSHA. Mr. Cordo also serves as an appraiser and umpire by providing quick, less adversarial resolutions to claims that are not initially settled for other public adjusters and attorneys. Jose is an active member of Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters, Insurance Appraisal and Umpire Association, Inc., and Windstorm Insurance Network.
Kellene Cole
Board Member
Kellene Cole is a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Center Director with Club Fellowship. Her quest for knowledge garnered her expertise in Technology, Health Science, and Psychology. However, her passion for humans, whose reservoirs of courage and optimism have dried up, yet so ambivalently seeks the aid of those who can guide them on the transformational voyage to a place where challenges are mastered, lifelong dreams fulfilled, and hope restored led her to a career where she can abridge the widening gap between mental illness and psychological wellness.
Kellene traded the Tennessee mountains for the beautiful tropics of South Florida after supporting her husband’s military career. She currently calls Homestead, FL home, where her most fulfilling role is being a wife and business partner to her veteran and gratifyingly mothering to her two beautiful children.
John Eubanks, Treasurer
John Eubanks is an engaging and dynamic school leader and teacher beginning his fifteenth year in public and private school education. His background in marketing and finance as well as his strong mastery of educational concepts have served him well in his role as Associate Director of Palmetto Bay Academy. He is especially proud of the work that he and his wife Maggie are able to accomplish as owners and on-campus leadership of Palmetto Bay Academy. PBA has been in Palmetto Bay for 22 years and is a premier non-traditional school supporting students who are not thriving in large schools. Graduates attend colleges and universities the world over and PBA maintains its commitment to the uniqueness of each learner.
John earned his Bachelor of Science in Business from Mississippi College and worked in advertising and marketing for other companies as well as his own. At age 35 he followed a dream that he had for some time and joined his wife in the field of education. John earned a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Lamar University and a second Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas.
www.PalmettoBayAcademy.com
(786) 808-8752
jeubanks@palmettobayacademy.com
Yané Marie Sleppy
Membership Chair & Marketing Committee
Yané Marie Sleppy loves teaching and loves music. Since 2001, she has taught students from preschoolers to retirees, including Grammy-winning artist Damian Marley. She founded At Home Music to bring lessons to students’ homes, motivating them to participate in recitals and talent shows.
She made her piano debut at age 15, playing the Mass for Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Kendall, FL and since has accompanied numerous organizations including Miami Children's Theater and Florida Orchestral Association. She served as the pianist for Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, LCMS for 17 years and is currently the Director of Music Ministry at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary - Saint Richard Catholic Church in Palmetto Bay.
Yané Marie is a born and bred Miami-Dade Countian and a U.S. Army veteran, having served as an electronic repair technician. She currently lives in Cutler Bay with her husband of 21 years and is particularly proud of having home schooled their five awesome (and mostly musical) children.
pianolessonsmiami.com
marie@pianolessonsmiami.com
786-208-2286
Diane Snider
Board Member
Diane is a Senior Digital Marketing Consultant for RevLocal and is very dedicated to helping businesses to grow and thrive. She is a mom of three kids, Stormy, Tawny and Logan, has four yorkies and has been married to her husband John for over 28 years. As a native of Miami, she was born at Baptist Hospital, went to school at Coral Reef Elementary, Southwood and Palmetto Sr. High and graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Hospitality from FIU. With such strong roots in this area, she is truly focused on our community and helping it to flourish!
RevLocal.com
M: (305) 632-3253
dsnider@revlocal.com