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Leadership Nugget from the Ice
Check out this powerful moment from our conversation with Matthew Caldwell, CEO of the Florida Panthers, moderated by the incredible Monica Cepero, Broward County Government Administrator. Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor, Amazon.com.
When asked about building a winning team, Matthew shared a gem that stuck with us:
"People willing to surrender their ego."
He went on to say:
"You hear the word ego a lot in business and life. But I remember when I met Vinny (Owner of the Florida Panthers), he said to me: ‘Ego will be 99% of your problems in business.’ I thought that sounds like a high percentage, maybe it’s 85%, 90%… but Vinny was right, like always.”
Let that sink in.
#LeadershipBroward #FloridaPanthers #TeamCulture #EgoCheck #ZoneofImperturbability #LBAlumni #ZOI #BrowardLeadership
Check out this powerful moment from our conversation with Matthew Caldwell, CEO of the Florida Panthers, moderated by the incredible Monica Cepero, Broward County Government Administrator. Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor, Amazon.com.
When asked about building a winning team, Matthew shared a gem that stuck with us:
"People willing to surrender their ego."
He went on to say:
"You hear the word ego a lot in business and life. But I remember when I met Vinny (Owner of the Florida Panthers), he said to me: ‘Ego will be 99% of your problems in business.’ I thought that sounds like a high percentage, maybe it’s 85%, 90%… but Vinny was right, like always.”
Let that sink in.
#LeadershipBroward #FloridaPanthers #TeamCulture #EgoCheck #ZoneofImperturbability #LBAlumni #ZOI #BrowardLeadership
Serving Up Leadership with the CEO of The Florida Panthers Matthew Caldwell
Leadership Nugget from the Ice Check out this powerful moment from our conversation with Matt Caldwell, CEO of the Florida Panthers, moderated by the incredi...
Leadership Broward Class XLIII truly "Rolled Out the Red Carpet" for a graduation celebration like no other—and they CAME TO SHINE! From start to finish, this class brought the energy, the impact, and the unforgettable moments. VIEW ALL PHOTOS here:
https://michaelmurphy.smugmug.com/Events/Leadership-Broward-Class-43-Graduation-2025
Congratulations to all the LB XLIII graduates for completing an incredible journey of leadership, growth, and service. The day featured eight powerful Community Project Presentations—each one showcasing passion, collaboration, and real change—followed by a celebration that set a whole new standard.
A shoutout to Chelsea Koff, our Vice-Chair—we’re thrilled to see your leadership shine in Class XLIV!
A massive THANK YOU to Joshua Levenson, Class Chair of LB XLIII, for your exceptional leadership, vision, and heart. You made this year unforgettable.
APPLICATION Alert: If you’ve ever considered joining Leadership Broward, THIS is your sign. Class XLIV is gearing up—and trust us, you’ll want to be part of what’s next.
Huge thanks to our amazing graduation sponsors: Baptist Health, Broward Partnership for the Homeless, Inc., Holland & Knight LLP, Memorial Healthcare System, OneDigital, and Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Hollywood, FL. Your support made this day shine.
A round of applause for our Community Project Judges—Wayne Boulier, MCJ, Todd Holt, Dr. Meka M., Maria Pierson, and Christi Lyn Rice, GPC —your insight helped elevate the day.
Big congrats to Team “The Spice Squad”, winning both the Judges' Choice and Class Choice Awards for their project benefiting Covenant House Florida. And deep gratitude to Maria Johnston, MBA, RCDD for generously donating both awards for over a decade.
Here’s a look at all eight Class XLIII Community Projects:
Team Legacy Mentors – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County
Team Captain Planet – Broward County Resilient Environment Department
Team The Spice Squad – Covenant House Florida
Team Live Like Mad – Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
Team Pat’s Dream – Second Chance Society, Inc.
Team Hearts of Harmony – South Florida Symphony Orchestra
Team Project Pave The Way – The Fruitful Field
Team We Care – WestCare The Village South
Special recognition goes to our amazing Community Project Chairs: Allan Altschuler, Alison Amiot, MA, CAP®, Ashley Bencivenga, and Nancy Woodfill. Your mentorship and guidance helped shape meaningful outcomes.
Huge congratulations to our Outstanding First-Year LBers: Brittany Farbman, Dustin Forman, MS, Sheila Gutierrez, Andres Limones-Cruz, Linda Parker, PhD, Carlos Vega, and Shauna Whittingham, —thank you for jumping in with passion and purpose!
And please join us in congratulating Sean October, the official LB Class XLIII Board Representative.
Nonprofits: Want to be a part of next year’s impact? Applications are now open to become a Class 44 Community Project Beneficiary. Let your mission be our next big movement.
Amazing moments captured by Michael Murphy.
hashtag#LB43 hashtag#LeadershipBroward
https://michaelmurphy.smugmug.com/Events/Leadership-Broward-Class-43-Graduation-2025
Congratulations to all the LB XLIII graduates for completing an incredible journey of leadership, growth, and service. The day featured eight powerful Community Project Presentations—each one showcasing passion, collaboration, and real change—followed by a celebration that set a whole new standard.
A shoutout to Chelsea Koff, our Vice-Chair—we’re thrilled to see your leadership shine in Class XLIV!
A massive THANK YOU to Joshua Levenson, Class Chair of LB XLIII, for your exceptional leadership, vision, and heart. You made this year unforgettable.
APPLICATION Alert: If you’ve ever considered joining Leadership Broward, THIS is your sign. Class XLIV is gearing up—and trust us, you’ll want to be part of what’s next.
Huge thanks to our amazing graduation sponsors: Baptist Health, Broward Partnership for the Homeless, Inc., Holland & Knight LLP, Memorial Healthcare System, OneDigital, and Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Hollywood, FL. Your support made this day shine.
A round of applause for our Community Project Judges—Wayne Boulier, MCJ, Todd Holt, Dr. Meka M., Maria Pierson, and Christi Lyn Rice, GPC —your insight helped elevate the day.
Big congrats to Team “The Spice Squad”, winning both the Judges' Choice and Class Choice Awards for their project benefiting Covenant House Florida. And deep gratitude to Maria Johnston, MBA, RCDD for generously donating both awards for over a decade.
Here’s a look at all eight Class XLIII Community Projects:
Team Legacy Mentors – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County
Team Captain Planet – Broward County Resilient Environment Department
Team The Spice Squad – Covenant House Florida
Team Live Like Mad – Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
Team Pat’s Dream – Second Chance Society, Inc.
Team Hearts of Harmony – South Florida Symphony Orchestra
Team Project Pave The Way – The Fruitful Field
Team We Care – WestCare The Village South
Special recognition goes to our amazing Community Project Chairs: Allan Altschuler, Alison Amiot, MA, CAP®, Ashley Bencivenga, and Nancy Woodfill. Your mentorship and guidance helped shape meaningful outcomes.
Huge congratulations to our Outstanding First-Year LBers: Brittany Farbman, Dustin Forman, MS, Sheila Gutierrez, Andres Limones-Cruz, Linda Parker, PhD, Carlos Vega, and Shauna Whittingham, —thank you for jumping in with passion and purpose!
And please join us in congratulating Sean October, the official LB Class XLIII Board Representative.
Nonprofits: Want to be a part of next year’s impact? Applications are now open to become a Class 44 Community Project Beneficiary. Let your mission be our next big movement.
Amazing moments captured by Michael Murphy.
hashtag#LB43 hashtag#LeadershipBroward
Applications Deadline Approaching for Leadership Broward Class XLIV!
Are you ready to elevate your leadership journey and make a lasting impact in Broward County?
If you know someone who would benefit from the program, please share with them.
Leadership Broward is more than a program—it's a catalyst for personal growth, professional development, and community engagement. Over the course of 9 months, you'll:
Develop a deeper understanding of your leadership style and enhance your skills through immersive experiences.
Connect with a diverse network of professionals across sectors, building relationships that extend beyond the program.
Impact the community by participating in team-driven projects addressing real-world challenges in Broward County.
Join a legacy of over 2,600 alumni who are shaping the future of our community through service and leadership.
Application Deadline: June 9, 2025
Don't miss this opportunity to grow, connect, and lead with purpose.
#LeadershipBroward #LBXLIV #DevelopConnectImpact
Are you ready to elevate your leadership journey and make a lasting impact in Broward County?
If you know someone who would benefit from the program, please share with them.
Leadership Broward is more than a program—it's a catalyst for personal growth, professional development, and community engagement. Over the course of 9 months, you'll:
Develop a deeper understanding of your leadership style and enhance your skills through immersive experiences.
Connect with a diverse network of professionals across sectors, building relationships that extend beyond the program.
Impact the community by participating in team-driven projects addressing real-world challenges in Broward County.
Join a legacy of over 2,600 alumni who are shaping the future of our community through service and leadership.
Application Deadline: June 9, 2025
Don't miss this opportunity to grow, connect, and lead with purpose.
#LeadershipBroward #LBXLIV #DevelopConnectImpact
Congratulations to Women Leading Broward Class XII!
Last week, we proudly celebrated the graduation of Women Leading Broward Class XII — an inspiring group of professionals who showed up, leaned in, and led with purpose throughout this transformational journey.
A heartfelt thank you to our phenomenal Chair, Selines Silverio — your heart, energy, and commitment brought this experience to life. You truly embodied Board Chair Jamie Wasserman’s vision for the year: “Glow Up.” Bravo and thank you.
To our dedicated Vice Chair, Monica Arroyo — your time, mentorship, and leadership made this year deeply impactful. We are grateful for your steady guidance and support.
We also extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible facilitators, who challenged, supported, and elevated this class at every step:
Alena Alberani🌟MA, Bernadette Bruce, Alexa Diaz Formidoni, Danielle Doss, MNM, CNP, Lisa Elsinger, PhD, Nicole Kurth, Alex Llerena, Judith Lovely Mergilles, RN, MRSR, Le Quiche Singletary, MBA, LSSGB, Maureen Simunek-Appelt, SPHR, MBA, and Catarina Suplicy.
Please join us in congratulating the graduates of Class XII:
Suzanne Aldana, Jessy Allain Mena, Krizia Blanco, Ashley Blumenstock, Carolyn Brombacher, Cassandra Burrell, MPA, Sandra Cherfrere, Lorri Cohn, Cynthia (Coutts) Cornell, Liz Eagen, MBA, Brittney Farwell, CFRE, @Kiki Fortin, Shannon Fox, Farah Garmany, Lisa Glick, Nicole Gonzalez Cumberbatch, Jennifer Gosselin, PHR, Jen Gravelle, Jamie Hagar, AAI, VBS, DeAnn Hazey, CFRE, Maya J. Irizarry, MBA🌸, Candi James, Fatima Khan-Ali, Khila Khani, Darien Lovett, Jenny Mackie, Julie McNabb, Leslie Montero, Brandi Murray, Angelica Negrete, Susan Nyamora, Tanya Orama, Esq., Jessica Osman, Jamie Shock, Sheila Simchon, Kat Stradtner, Veronica Woodard, and Pooja Yajnik.
This class exemplifies the very best of Women Leading Broward — courageous leadership, authentic connection, and a shared commitment to impact.
We can’t wait to see what’s next as these women continue to lead and uplift our community.
hashtag#WomenLeadingBroward hashtag#WLBClassXII hashtag#LeadershipDevelopment hashtag#WomenWhoLead hashtag#EmpoweredLeadership hashtag#CommunityImpact hashtag#LifelongLeaders
Last week, we proudly celebrated the graduation of Women Leading Broward Class XII — an inspiring group of professionals who showed up, leaned in, and led with purpose throughout this transformational journey.
A heartfelt thank you to our phenomenal Chair, Selines Silverio — your heart, energy, and commitment brought this experience to life. You truly embodied Board Chair Jamie Wasserman’s vision for the year: “Glow Up.” Bravo and thank you.
To our dedicated Vice Chair, Monica Arroyo — your time, mentorship, and leadership made this year deeply impactful. We are grateful for your steady guidance and support.
We also extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible facilitators, who challenged, supported, and elevated this class at every step:
Alena Alberani🌟MA, Bernadette Bruce, Alexa Diaz Formidoni, Danielle Doss, MNM, CNP, Lisa Elsinger, PhD, Nicole Kurth, Alex Llerena, Judith Lovely Mergilles, RN, MRSR, Le Quiche Singletary, MBA, LSSGB, Maureen Simunek-Appelt, SPHR, MBA, and Catarina Suplicy.
Please join us in congratulating the graduates of Class XII:
Suzanne Aldana, Jessy Allain Mena, Krizia Blanco, Ashley Blumenstock, Carolyn Brombacher, Cassandra Burrell, MPA, Sandra Cherfrere, Lorri Cohn, Cynthia (Coutts) Cornell, Liz Eagen, MBA, Brittney Farwell, CFRE, @Kiki Fortin, Shannon Fox, Farah Garmany, Lisa Glick, Nicole Gonzalez Cumberbatch, Jennifer Gosselin, PHR, Jen Gravelle, Jamie Hagar, AAI, VBS, DeAnn Hazey, CFRE, Maya J. Irizarry, MBA🌸, Candi James, Fatima Khan-Ali, Khila Khani, Darien Lovett, Jenny Mackie, Julie McNabb, Leslie Montero, Brandi Murray, Angelica Negrete, Susan Nyamora, Tanya Orama, Esq., Jessica Osman, Jamie Shock, Sheila Simchon, Kat Stradtner, Veronica Woodard, and Pooja Yajnik.
This class exemplifies the very best of Women Leading Broward — courageous leadership, authentic connection, and a shared commitment to impact.
We can’t wait to see what’s next as these women continue to lead and uplift our community.
hashtag#WomenLeadingBroward hashtag#WLBClassXII hashtag#LeadershipDevelopment hashtag#WomenWhoLead hashtag#EmpoweredLeadership hashtag#CommunityImpact hashtag#LifelongLeaders
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“To develop and inspire individuals to serve our community.” Since 1981, the Leadership Broward Foundation has continuously provided unique opportunities to cultivate, expand, and leverage the tremendous leadership resources of our community. Our unwavering commitment is to develop and inspire individuals to serve our community, fostering positive change and growth. Join us on this impactful journey as we empower leaders to make a lasting difference!
WHY LEADERSHIP BROWARD?
At Leadership Broward, we nurture leaders, expand their skills, and ignite their passion for positive change.
Join us on this transformative journey where leadership isn’t just a title—it’s a catalyst for community betterment!
TESTIMONIALS
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Leadership Broward not only showed me a unique ‘behind the scenes’ look at our community but also introduced me to the various non-profits that give back to those in need. I’m more involved now than ever….and I love it!”
JEFF CATO, Agency Owner Cato Insurance Group, Inc.
