SCGO Executive Board

Kenneth Swift II - President 
president@orlandonoles.org

Presides at all meetings of the club. The president appoints the standing committees and special committees, and exercises the powers generally associated with the president of a Seminole Club®. The president shall be the official representative of the club on all occasions except when otherwise designated.

- Seminole Club® Constitution, Article IV, Section 2.a

Kenneth Swift II is an Orlando native and graduated from Florida State University with a B.S. in Finance and B.A. in Music - Liberal Arts. While at FSU, Kenneth was heavily involved in Student Government Association, FSU College of Music, and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Currently, Kenneth is a financial advisor with Equitable and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER(TM) professional designation. In his spare time, Kenneth enjoys staying active, traveling, watching sports, and live concerts. 

Caroline Robertson - Vice President/ President Elect  vicepresident@orlandonoles.org

Takes on the responsibilities of the president in the event of the president’s absence. The vice president works with other officers and committee members, is an ex-officio member of all committees, and carries out such duties and assignments as may be delegated by the president.

- Seminole Club® Constitution, Article IV, Section 2.b

Caroline Robertson is from Ocala and graduated from Florida State University in 2009 with a B.S. in Accounting. While at Florida State, Caroline swam for the Women’s Swimming and Dive Team from 2005 – 2008 and was part of the first Women’s ACC Championship team. Currently, Caroline is a Managing Director for a Women Owned Recruiting Firm in Orlando. She enjoys watching/attending all FSU sports, traveling, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.

Misha Paul - Secretary
secretary@orlandonoles.org

Serves as the secretary to the governing body of the club and compiles the official minutes of each meeting hosted by the club. The secretary tracks and records 10 participation and attendance information and forwards board meeting minutes and materials to the FSU Alumni Association. The secretary also shall conduct the correspondence of the club, including overseeing the coordination of newsletters and other mailings.

- Seminole Club® Constitution, Article IV, Section 2.c

Misha graduated from FSU in 2005 with a BS in psychology, minoring in child development. While on campus, she was an active member in the Black Student Union, Elite Modeling Troupe, and the Caribbean Students Association. Misha was honored in the Orlando Business Journal class of 2022 '40 Under 40'.  Fun fact: Misha took karate for 10 years and earned her black belt before graduating high school!

 

Mark Willman - Treasurer 
treasurer@orlandonoles.org

 

Assists in the preparation of all budgets; assists in the direction of the development and maintenance of the financial accounts within QuickBooks and assists in the handling of scholarship funds.

- Seminole Club® Constitution, Article IV, Section 2.d

Mark is a long-time resident of the Orlando Area and graduated in 2009 from Florida State University with a B.S. in Sport Management. While at FSU, Mark was heavily active with AKPsi, the business fraternity, serving as V.P. of Professional Activities his final semester. Since graduating, Willman has worked his way up within the banking industry to become a Middle Market Lender at Cadence Bank. In that capacity he collaborates with business owners and executive management teams to creative innovative capital solutions to help their companies grow. In addition to serving on the Seminole Club of Greater Orlando board, he is also serves as the Treasurer for the Coastal Conservation Association of Florida and as the Membership Chair for the Volusia Manufacturers Association. When not working, Mark enjoys spending time and traveling with his wife and two young kids, fishing, and playing golf.
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Allison Focht - Director of Membership 
Biography and photo coming soon!
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Ryan Harper - Director of Public Relations 

Ryan Harper grew up in Tallahassee before moving to Orlando after attending Florida State University.  He graduated from FSU in 2005 with a Bachelor's in English and a Minor in Communications and was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity.  He's spent several years in the news and entertainment industry in the Orlando market. Whether it was interning for the Orlando Magic as a radio sideline reporter, reporting local news in a helicopter for FOX 35 and WDBO, or being the Traffic Anchor for several years at Spectrum News 13, he's done a little bit of everything!  These days, he's part of a successful Realty company, the KeyBella Homes Group, powered by exp Realty.  Ryan loves spending time with his wife and two young boys and, of course, cheering on his beloved Noles in all sports!

 

Dr. Keita Joy - Director of Events

Success maximizer, motivational teacher, and CEO of Success Uncensored® Coaching. Dr. Keita Joy graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing. In addition, she has a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D) in Organizational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University.

 

 

Bonnie Pineda - Director of University Relations 

Bonnie Pineda, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GPHR, is a proud 3rd generation Floridian with her entire family being from Orlando. Bonnie graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Management with a major in Human Resource Management. Bonnie has vast experience in the HR arena including government, private, not for profit and fortune 500 companies. Bonnie has served as Marketing Chair HR Florida, Chapter Ambassador HR Florida, President Lake/Sumter Human Resource Society (LSSHRM), Certification Chair LSSHRM, Ambassador South Lake Chamber of Commerce, President Bayanihan International Ladies Association (B.I.L.A.), she is currently an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and Greater Orlando Society for Human Resource Management (GOSHRM). Bonnie is passionate about the boards that she serves on and has received numerous community service awards for her time and dedication.

 

Yalanda McCoy - At-Large Member 
atlarge@orlandonoles.org

 

Takes on the responsibilities of the secretary or treasurer in the event of either of their absence, and other duties as assigned by the president.

- Seminole Club® Constitution, Article IV, Section 2.e

Yalanda McCoy, is a native Floridian, raised in Putnam County, Fl and long-time Orlando resident. Yalanda currently serves as a Director for a national Legal Services Administrator specializing in Class Action, Mass Arbitration, Regulatory Remediation, and Corporate Services. Yalanda is a two-time graduate of Florida State University with a Master of Law in Legal Risk Management and HR Compliance from the Florida State University College of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Social Science. With a heart for service, Yalanda is an active volunteer in the Orlando community and she serves her hometown community as a Board Member and of The PHS Alumni Foundation, Inc., a 501c3 non-profit scholarship foundation, where she is responsible for scholarship outreach and compliance operations. Yalanda is a full-time supporter of FSU and spends most of her free-time recruiting new fans (just kidding, sort of), visiting the local theme parks, and indulging in her love of history through travel.

Shont'a McCord - Immediate Past President