People

Board of Directors

Polk Vision is governed by a Board of Directors that meets monthly. The Board approves our budget and works to secure long-term funding for Polk Vision. The Board of Directors includes a Commissioner who is a representative of the 17 municipalities in Polk County, the Superintendent of Polk County Public Schools (PCPS), a PCPS Board representative, the county manager, a college president, non-profit leaders, business leaders, philanthropists and other dedicated area leaders.

Message from the Board Chair





Polk Vision has a unique perspective as an organization serving all of Polk County through a variety of initiatives related to education, economic advancement, infrastructure, government, and civic engagement. The Polk Vision staff and the alignment teams work tirelessly to positively impact the community as a whole. I appreciate playing a small role as a board member to help Polk County achieve its fullest potential.

Sean Malott
Chair
CEO, Central Florida Development Council

Message from the Chair-Elect





Polk Vision brings people together to solve problems and improve life in our community. By working as a team and forming strong partnerships, we make real progress in important areas that benefit everyone in Polk County. As Chair-elect, I’m proud to help continue this important work, creating a future where everyone has a chance to succeed. 

Nick Plott
Chair-Elect
Regional Manager for Local Government, TECO Energy

2024-2026 Board of Directors

Sean Malott
Chair
CEO, Central Florida Development Council

Angela Garcia Falconetti, Ed.D.
Immediate Past Chair
President, Polk State College

Nick PlottChair-Elect
Regional Manager for Local Government, TECO Energy

Danielle Drummond
Treasurer
President & CEO, Lakeland Regional Health

Teresa MartinezSecretary
President & CEO, Institute of Spanish Communication, Inc.

Bill Beasley
Director
County Manager, Polk County BoCC

Ashley Bell Barnett
Director
Community Volunteer

Stacy Butterfield
Director
Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, Polk County

Christina Criser JacksonDirector
President & CEO, United Way of Central Florida

Brad Danztler
Director
Commissioner, City of Winter Haven

Frederick Heid
Director
Superintendent, Polk County Public Schools

Dr. Joy Jackson
Director
Director, Florida Department of Health in Polk County

Grady Judd
Director
Sheriff, Polk County Sherriff’s Office

Greg Littleton
Director
President & CEO, Citizens Bank and Trust

Lisa Miller
Director
Polk County School Board Member, District 7

Alex NikdelDirector
President, CNP

Sean Parker
Director
Attorney, Boswell & Dunlap LLP

Christine Samuel
Director
Community Volunteer

Martha Santiago, Ed.D.
Director
Commissioner, Polk County BoCC

Shawn Sherrouse
Director
City Manager, City of Lakeland

Marc Zimmerman
Operating Board Chair/Director
Sr. Economic Development Manager, Central Florida’s Polk County Tourism & Sports Marketing