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Our Team

Our Board

Chair:

Dr. Ravi Chari

President & CEO HCA Healthcare West Florida Division

Vice Chair:

John Couris

CEO, Tampa General Hospital

Treasurer/Secretary

Clara Reynolds

President & CEO, Crisis Center of Tampa Bay

Marcia Andresen

Director, Health and Human Services Polk County Board of County Commissioners

Tracye Brown

Chief of Federal Programs, Grants, and Administration for Hillsborough County Public Schools

Barbara Daire

CEO, Suncoast Center, Inc.

Stephanie Conners

President & CEO BayCare Health System

Chris Majeski

SVP, Private Client Group, Raymond James

“We have a unique opportunity in the area of mental health to leverage and connect all of the great people and resources in Hillsborough County as part of an exciting pilot program to ultimately enhance the outcomes for those looking for help while simultaneously tapping into a growing and much needed awareness and education to eliminate historic stigmas.”

Suzanne McCormick

President & CEO YMCA of the USA

Linda McKinnon

President & CEO, Central Florida Behavioral Health Network

“Tampa Bay Thrives is positioned to fill a critical need in our communities by providing easy access to mental health services to everyone who wants or needs it.

Sheriff Chris Nocco

Pasco County Sheriff’s Office

David Pizzo

Market President Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Blue

“I am proud to be a part of Tampa Bay Thrives, whose work has the potential to help save lives and positively affect the lives of individuals and families throughout Tampa Bay”

Kimberly Ramos

Director of Benefits, The Mosaic Company

“Navigating the healthcare system can be difficult for individuals needing care. Finding mental health
services can add a level of complexity due to stigma, unfamiliarity and limited providers. Mosaic is grateful to partner with Tampa Bay Thrives and support the pilot program which will help increase awareness and expand services in the local community and neighboring counties.”

Chief Daniel Slaughter

Clearwater Police Department

“Tampa Bay Thrives has made getting connected to help easier, while respecting your privacy. If you are considering calling to discuss getting help, you should.”

Carl Harness

Chief Human Services Administrator Hillsborough County

David Ottati

President & CEO AdventHealth West FL Division

“I am proud to be a part of Tampa Bay Thrives, whose work has the potential to help save lives and positively affect the lives of individuals and families throughout Tampa Bay”

Our Team

Carrie Zeisse

President & CEO

Shayla Terry

Operations Manager

Daniel Mineo

Program Director

Emily Lenhart

Content Manager

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