The CCPA Playbook

Episode 12 of the CCPA Playbook has dropped! Cregg recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Tina Champagne from Save Crystal River on our podcast to hear all about the fin-tastic work their team has been doing to protect our beloved waters. From the impact recent hurricanes have had on the eelgrass, to the incredible partnership with Crystal River Elementary, where students grow eelgrass in...

Episode 11 of the CCPA Playbook Podcast has just dropped! 🎤 In this episode of The CCPA Playbook , Cregg Dalton sits down with Jamen Monbarren, Gary Steele, and Pat Sullivan from Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative WREC to talk about careers in the power industry, hurricane preparedness, community service, and life as a lineman. The crew shares how WREC’s apprenticeship program offers a paid...

🚜From Barn to Beyond: 4-H Leaders Shaping the Future of Agriculture  In this special agriculture-focused episode, host Cregg Dalton sits down with Dr. Marnie Ward, Citrus County’s 4-H Agent, and two standout 4-H graduates — Grace Ward and Evan Leturno — to explore the lasting impact of 4-H on youth leadership, career paths, and community engagement. Grace and Evan share their 13-year journeys in...

In this episode of the CCPA Playbook , we sit down with Wynta Loughrey, a seasoned leader in the property appraisal world, currently serving as the Commercial Manager for Sarasota County and President of the Florida Chapter of IAAO (FCIAAO). Wynta shares her unique leadership philosophy, shaped by years of experience across multiple states including Indiana, Kansas, and New Hampshire. She opens up...

🎙️ Episode 8: Huck’s Homemade Bracelets: Spreading Joy, One Bracelet at a Time In this special episode of the CCPA Playbook , Cregg sits down with a very special guest—his youngest entrepreneur yet—Huck, the creative 6-year-old behind Huck’s Homemade Bracelets . What started with one thoughtful bracelet and a big smile has turned into a growing business built on kindness, positivity, and purpose....

In this episode of the CCPA Playbook , we sit down with Darrick Buettner — a respected leader who bridges the gap between education and community service in Citrus County and beyond. With a career rooted in purpose, Darrick has become a driving force behind impactful school district initiatives and grassroots efforts that strengthen our local communities. From the classroom to the boardroom, his l...

In this episode of The CCPA Playbook , Cregg sits down with Citrus County Court Judge Amber Thomas for a powerful and heartfelt conversation you won’t want to miss. Her path to the bench wasn’t the typical one—but every twist and turn helped shape her into the passionate, grounded, and community-driven judge she is today. A proud Citrus County native, Judge Thomas carries the values of this commun...

In this episode of the CCPA Playbook , we sit down with Justin Strickland — sixth-generation Homosassa native, community leader, and lead bishop at the Crystal River Church of God. Justin brings energy, laughter, and heart into every room he walks into. He’s more than a hometown pastor — he’s a true servant leader with deep roots in Citrus County and an unwavering commitment to building up others....

In this episode of The CCPA Playbook , Cregg sits down with Tomika and Kim—better known as The Sold Sisters—two dynamic women making waves in the Citrus County real estate scene. But don’t let the title “Realtors” fool you—these two are so much more. Driven by heart, fueled by purpose, and rooted in their community, Tomika and Kim live by the motto: “More than A Move.” For them, real estate isn’t...

Guest: Jay Miller – Head Softball Coach & Interim Athletic Director, Lake Sumter State College Host: Cregg Dalton Description: In this powerful and introspective episode, Coach Jay Miller joins host Cregg Dalton to discuss the evolving role of mental health in athletics and leadership. As the head softball coach and interim athletic director at Lake Sumter State College, Jay brings raw honesty...

In this episode, Cregg sits down with Cecil Jackson , Chief Appraiser at the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office , for an insightful conversation about his career, leadership philosophy, and public service. Cecil shares his journey from being a tax assessor in North Carolina to leading one of Florida’s largest appraisal teams. We explore the key differences between property assessment in...

In our debut episode of The CCPA Playbook , we sit down with Darren Pillsbury, Assistant Property Appraiser for Citrus County. Darren oversees several key departments that keep the office running smoothly—including IT,  Tax Roll, Parcel Records, and GIS. Join us as Darren shares his career journey, the responsibilities of each department, and how they all work together to serve the public with tra...