Palm Beach North Podcast

Running secure, accurate, and transparent elections for more than 900,000 registered voters in Palm Beach County is no small task. Behind every election is a year-round operation focused on security, accessibility, and ensuring every eligible vote is counted. In this episode, Wendy Sartory Link, Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, returns to the Palm Beach North Podcast to discuss the upcom...

Breaking the poverty cycle does not happen all at once. It happens when students are given access, belief, and the support to see a future they can step into. In this episode, Christine Sylvain, Founder and CEO of Path to College, shares her personal journey and the work behind a proven model that helps high potential students overcome systemic barriers, earn scholarships, and access selective uni...

How do you build a stronger Palm Beach County workforce? For Julia Dattolo, President and CEO of CareerSource Palm Beach County, it starts with people. A proud U.S. Navy veteran and workforce development leader, she connects talent with opportunity and helps local businesses grow through service and purpose, sharing how community leadership, veterans employment, and workforce innovation are shapin...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, Dr. Conor P. Delaney, Executive Vice President of Cleveland Clinic and President of Cleveland Clinic Florida, shares his journey from Ireland to leading one of the nation’s premier healthcare systems in Florida. He talks about how early exposure to medicine, surgical innovation, and a team-first mindset shaped his leadership path from world-class co...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, Adam Hasner, President of Florida Atlantic University (FAU), shares his journey from Palm Beach County kid to leading one of South Florida’s most dynamic public research universities. He talks about how growing up with educator parents, early experiences in public service, and a high-energy, servant-leadership style shaped his approach to the presid...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, Cressman Bronson, South Florida EVP & President at PNC Bank , shares his journey from a humble upbringing and early sports career to leading one of the most influential banking institutions in Florida. He opens up about the life lessons that shaped his leadership style, the pivotal role his family has played in his success, and his commitment to...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, Nathan Green, Vice Chancellor for Government & Community Relations at Vanderbilt University, discusses the university’s decision to open a second campus in West Palm Beach, a strategic move to strengthen its role as a top-tier research institution while embedding in a thriving economic hub. He explains how this expansion aligns with Vanderbilt’s...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Charles Bender, Founding CEO of Place of Hope, one of South Florida’s most impactful faith-based nonprofits. With over two decades of leadership, Charles has built an organization that provides safety, stability, and support to children, youth, and families facing trauma, abuse, and homelessness. Charles shares how his background sh...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Eric Kelly, President of the Quantum Foundation—Palm Beach County’s health conversion foundation that has granted over $170 million to advance health equity. Eric shares his powerful journey from growing up in the Sugar Hill housing projects of Palatka, Florida to leading one of the region’s most impactful philanthropic organization...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Michelle Oyola McGovern, Regional Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs for Comcast. A lifelong public servant and proud Puerto Rican, Michelle shares her journey from teaching swim lessons in South Florida to representing a U.S. senator and now leading Comcast’s efforts to expand broadband access across Florida. She r...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Traci Rollins, Shareholder at Gunster and incoming Chair of the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, to explore her journey from courtroom litigator to regional community leader. Traci shares how her legal career—spanning major class action defense cases, global firm leadership, and nearly three decades at Gunster—has shaped her im...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Alex Esposito, Co-Founder and CEO, and Jason Bagley, Partner, at Circuit. Known for their eye-catching electric shuttles across Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, and beyond, Circuit is redefining short-distance transit. Alex and Jason share how they turned a seasonal shuttle concept into a national network of 100% electric, on-de...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Alexcia Cox, Palm Beach County’s newly elected State Attorney for the 15th Judicial Circuit. A proud Palm Beach County native, Alexcia shares her journey from growing up in Royal Palm Beach to leading an office of over 100 attorneys and nearly 200 staff. She reflects on her early career prosecuting domestic violence cases, her rise...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Clint Lowe, Engineering Chief of Staff and Engineering Footprint Strategy at Carrier, to explore his remarkable journey from Guyana to military aviation to global corporate leadership. Clint shares his path from humble beginnings to becoming a Blackhawk pilot in the U.S. Army and eventually taking on strategic leadership roles at Ca...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Danita DeHaney, President and CEO of the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties. Danita shares her inspiring journey — from her beginnings in Maryland, working in higher education advancement, to now leading one of the region’s most impactful philanthropic organizations. We explore Danita’s early career influences,...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Joel Flores, Palm Beach County Commissioner for District 3 and the first Hispanic Commissioner in the County’s history. Joel shares his incredible story — from growing up in Puerto Rico and serving in the U.S. Army to becoming Mayor of Greenacres and now serving on the County Commission. Throughout his journey, Joel has remained dee...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Alex Price, CEO of Project Opioid, to discuss his dedicated efforts in combating the opioid crisis in Florida. Alex shares his journey to leading Project Opioid, an organization that unites top leaders across Florida communities to save and transform lives affected by the overdose crisis. Project Opioid focuses on addressing the dev...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Amy Angelo, co-founder and President of Oceana Coffee, to delve into her inspiring journey in specialty coffee, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. Amy shares how she and her husband, Scott, transformed their passion for high-quality, sustainably sourced coffee into a cornerstone of the local coffee scene. They discuss the o...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Michael Hoffman, President and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County, to explore his impactful work in strengthening Jewish life and fostering community connections. With over 25 years of experience, including 15 years in Baltimore, Michael shares his leadership journey, the evolving landscape of Jewish communities, and...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Bill Perry, CEO and Managing Shareholder of Gunster, to explore his remarkable journey in law, leadership, and community service. Bill shares his path from aspiring medical student to leading one of Florida’s most prominent law firms, reflecting on Gunster’s 100-year history, its growth into a statewide firm, and its impact on Flori...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Emily Pantelides, former TV news anchor turned powerhouse PR professional, to explore her inspiring journey from broadcast journalism to leading one of Palm Beach County’s most recognized public relations firms. Emily shares how her career in television—spanning roles as a reporter and anchor—prepared her for the fast-paced world of...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Gaston Cantens, Vice President of Corporate Relations at Florida Crystals, to explore his remarkable journey from public service to corporate leadership. Gaston shares how his diverse career—spanning roles as a teacher, prosecutor, state legislator, and now an executive at one of Florida’s most iconic agricultural companies—has shap...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Stacey Leuliette, editor and owner of The Scout Guide Palm Beach, to explore her inspiring career journey and the mission behind her work. Stacey shares her path from working at Ralph Lauren to running her own interior design business and ultimately leading The Scout Guide in Palm Beach, a part of the nationally recognized women-own...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Michael Lessing, CEO of Lessing's Hospitality Group, a family-owned business with over 130 years of history. Michael shares his incredible journey from growing up in the family business on Long Island to leading one of the most innovative and diverse hospitality groups in the nation. With six generations of tradition and over 120 fo...

In this episode of the Palm Beach North Podcast, we sit down with Wendy Spencer, the President and CEO of Leadership Florida. Wendy shares her remarkable journey from her beginnings in public service to leading one of Florida's most influential organizations. With decades of experience in state and national leadership roles—including service under president George W. Bush—Wendy brings unmatched in...