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Movers and Influencers

Week of May 5

Education

Florida Polytechnic University, Lakeland
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Florida Polytechnic University has named former State Sen. Kelli Stargel its new Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, Development, and External Relations. Stargel previously was the University’s Associate Vice President for Strategic Relationships. She joined Florida Poly in 2023 after serving in the Florida Senate for 10 years and two terms in the Florida House of Representatives.


Financial Services / Investments

Raymond James, Winter Park
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Raymond James welcomes Steven Porter to the Winter Park branch. Previously with Charles Schwab, where he managed nearly $530M of clients’ assets, Porter brings nearly two decades of industry experience. Porter specializes in families, retirees, businesses and individuals undergoing significant financial changes like business sales or liquidity events, with a primary focus on investment management.


Government

City of Boca Raton, Boca Raton
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The City of Boca Raton announces the promotion of James Zervis to Deputy City Manager/Chief Financial Officer. In addition to continuing his role as Chief Financial Officer, Zervis will also serve as Deputy City Manager, overseeing Public Works and Engineering, Information Technology, and playing a key role in the government campus redevelopment initiative. With 24+ years in municipal leadership and financial oversight, Zervis brings deep expertise to his expanded role.


Real Estate

SRS Real Estate Partners, Orlando
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Jason Kaiser has been promoted to Co-Market Leader in SRS Real Estate Partners' Orlando office. He will partner with EVP John Artope to drive SRS’ strategic growth across Central Florida. Kaiser brings two decades of market expertise and experience in tenant rollouts and owner representation. He has been a key part of the Orlando office’s success over his 18-year tenure.