United Way Miami Elects Frank Gonzalez as Board Chair and Welcomes New Board Members
– Gonzalez to Lead United Way’s Board as Organization Celebrates Centennial –
Miami, Florida (July 12, 2024) – United Way Miami, one of the leading and longest-standing non-profits in South Florida, and its trustees have elected Frank Gonzalez, Principal of Assurance at Kaufman Rossin, to serve as board chair for the next two years. Gonzalez succeeds Penny Shaffer, who has concluded her distinguished term as chair. Starting in July 2024, Gonzalez will lead a board comprised of business and community leaders responsible for the governance and strategic direction of United Way Miami.
“Frank Gonzalez has demonstrated unwavering commitment and extensive involvement and dedication to United Way Miami’s mission and I am excited to have him Chair our Board of Directors as we embark on our next century of service,” said Symeria T. Hudson, President and CEO of United Way Miami. “I would also like to thank Penny Shaffer, outgoing Board Chair, for her years of service. Her outstanding leadership has been instrumental in the ongoing success of United Way Miami.”
Frank Gonzalez has been directly involved with United Way Miami over the past 30 years in various capacities, including supporting United Way’s Giving communities, being a member of various councils and committees and co-chairing significant initiatives such as the organization’s annual community campaign and VeritageMiami.
“I am honored to serve as the board chair during such a significant milestone in United Way Miami’s history,” said Frank Gonzalez. ” I look forward to working with our dedicated board, supporters and community partners to continue driving positive change and addressing the complex needs of our community.”
As Principal of Assurance at Kaufman Rossin, Gonzalez brings more than 30 years of experience in assurance services, specializing in audit engagements, business advisory and regulatory compliance services for public and private organizations. His experience spans across various industries, including banking, investment funds, financial services and technology.
Gonzalez serves as the immediate past chair/president of the Orange Bowl Committee, director of the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA) and board member of Breakthrough Miami and SebastianStrong. He is a licensed CPA in Florida, New York and Puerto Rico, holding an MBA from the University of Miami and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Florida International University.
United Way Miami also announces new additions to the Board of Directors. Members include:
- Felipe Basulto, Market President – South Florida, Retail Banking, TD Bank
- John Diez, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Ryder System, Inc.
- Christopher Ferreira, External Affairs Area Manager, Florida Power & Light Company
- El pagnier Hudson, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Florida International University
- Marcel Laniado, Executive Director, J.P. Morgan Private Bank
- Alison Mincey, J.D., Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, University of Miami
- Robert Rush Norton, Private Wealth Manager, Merrill Lynch
- Caroline O’Connor, President of Business Operations, Miami Marlins
- Christina Pérez, The Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation
