Leadership Broward Foundation

Leadership Broward Foundation is proud to announce that Whitney J. Dutton, a graduate of Leadership Broward Class XXXVI, has been appointed Chair of the Board of Directors.

Dutton is a highly accomplished real estate professional who manages a leading local residential real estate company and is widely recognized as the go-to expert in Fort Lauderdale. Ranked among the top 1% of realtors nationwide, he consistently holds the #1 position in Fort Lauderdale for total homes sold.

A dedicated supporter of Leadership Broward, Dutton has served in multiple leadership roles within the organization, including Vice President of Programs, Vice President of Events, Chair of Fun Lunch in 2021 and 2022, and Chair of Leadership Broward Class XL.

As Chair, Dutton will lead Leadership Broward’s Executive Committee, consisting of:

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Joshua Levenson Levenson, Holland & Knight, LLP, Chair-Elect
Jamie Wasserman, Shutts & Bowen LLP, Past Chair
Mary Lou Ruderman, Ruderman and Company, Treasurer
Henny Lawrence Shomar, Tripp Scott P.A., General Counsel
Robert Ahlness, Broward Public Library Foundation, Secretary
Joseph Karl, CFA Karl, Provenance Wealth Advisors, LLC, VP Engagement
Maria Pierson, Pierson Grant PR, VP Marketing
DeAnn Hazey, CFRE, Nicklaus Children’s Health System, VP Outreach
Dr. Meka M. Mears, 211 Broward, VP Programs
Kelly Eppy, Covelli Enterprises, VP Special Events

DIRECTORS
Mike Adams, Sun Sentinel
Monica Arroyo, Family Therapy Group of Weston, WLB Class XIII Chair
Wayne Boulier, MCJ, Broward College
W. Chase Bowman, CIC, AAI, CLCS, March McLennan Agency
Jamie Edgemon, Retired
Karen Elliott, Humana, YLB Class XXXIX Chair
Kate Close Goldman, Baptist Health South Florida
Karey Bosack Greenstein, Memorial Healthcare System
Jeffrey Hirsch, Retired
Todd Holt, The Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance
Jeremy Katzman, M.B.A., APR, NSU Florida
Chelsea Koff, Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A., LB Class XLIV Chair
Matt Korshoff, SouthState Bank
Andres Limones-Cruz, Waste Management Inc. of Florida
Denise Morales, MAI, Colliers
Evgeny Munkov, CFA, BBX Capital
Sean October, Florida Power & Light, LB Class XLIII Representative
Leonard Pounds, Ph.D. Pounds, NSU Health
Christi Lyn Rice, GPC Rice, Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Daphnee A. Sainvil, J.D., LL.M Sainvil, City of Fort Lauderdale
Christopher Sajdera, Sajdera, PA
Kathy Salerno, Broward Health
Elisa Stone, Broward College
Nancy Tanner, Community Leader
Robyn Vegas, Business for the Arts of Broward
Shauna Whittingham, MBA,MIT, REBC Whittingham, Gehring Group
Emily Wilson, Grant Thornton
Michael Worley, MDW Communications
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Whitney J. Dutton

About the Leadership Broward Foundation, Inc.

Its mission, “to develop and inspire individuals to serve our community,” is accomplished through a range of programs starting with its signature Leadership Broward program, Youth Leadership Broward, Follow the Leader in You, and Women Leading Broward.

Leadership Broward: Now Accepting Community Project Proposals!

Calling All Nonprofits & Community Organizations in Broward County!

Do you have a project that could benefit from the passion, talent, and creativity of emerging local leaders?

We’re now accepting proposals for Leadership Broward Class XLIV (2025–2026) — and we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW: On the Leadership Broward Website

Why Apply?

Partner with a Powerful Team
Each project is assigned to a group of 6–8 Leadership Broward participants who will collaborate with your organization for 8 months (Oct 2025–May 2026) to bring your vision to life.

Make a Measurable Impact
Class members apply their professional skills to help you create sustainable, high-impact solutions — results you may not achieve on your own.

Bonus Exposure through SociallyGood
Selected organizations will also be featured as a beneficiary of SociallyGood, our monthly community networking event. You’ll receive 100% of proceeds from that month’s event, plus exposure to hundreds of local professionals.

Project Expectations

Tangible and achievable outcomes

Opportunities for class members to deeply engage with your mission

Long-term sustainability after project completion

Alignment with your strategic goals and community impact

Since its founding, Leadership Broward has completed over 268 community projects. This is your chance to be part of the next one.

Deadline: Apply by August 15th and help shape Broward’s future!