In our weekly list of business people on the move, we highlight Palm Beach County professionals who are making a difference. These are people from across the spectrum of public and private endeavors, those working in charities, court houses, private practices and beyond. They are moving up within their industry, advancing their careers and standing out for their services within our community.

Here are this week’s professional standouts:

Delray housing groups announce commission leaders

The Delray Beach Housing Authority recently announced the re-appointment of Ivan Gomez as chairman and newly appointed Robert Cantwell as vice chairman of the board of directors. The authority is governed by seven commissioners, each appointed by the city commission for a term of four years. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life for low- and moderate-income families, and providing the opportunity for self-sufficiency by offering safe, quality housing. Additionally, The Delray Housing Group, Inc. has announced the appointment of Cantwell as chairman and Noah Hale as vice chairman of its board of directors. The group’s mission is to provide affordable housing opportunities, promote economic development and be a catalyst for community revitalization.

Palm Beach Opera director named to prestigious post

Palm Beach Opera’s director of resident artist programs, Joanna Latini, has been selected for the prestigious 2025 Opera America Leadership Intensive, a program that identifies and develops emerging leaders in the opera industry. Latini, a champion of young artist development and an advocate for creating transformative, inclusive spaces in opera, is one of 18 participants selected from around the world. In its 10th year, the program exemplifies Opera America’s long-standing commitment to identify and support the professional growth of leaders who will help move opera forward for years to come.

Palm Beach Gardens attorney elevated to principal at firm

Cummings & Lockwood has announced that Matthew N. Turko, an attorney in the firm’s private clients group and based in their Palm Beach Gardens office, has been elected to principal, effective Jan. 1. Turko focuses his practice on sophisticated estate planning. He also advises clients on federal income, gift, estate and generation-skipping transfer tax issues.

Community Foundation adds five members to philanthropy council

The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, a nonprofit organization that leads partnerships with donors, nonprofit organizations, and community members to solve the region’s chronic and emerging issues, recently announced five new philanthropy advisory council members. The council is a collaborative group of trusted advisors providing Community Foundation with leadership and guidance to best serve their clients and the community. The new members are: Matthew Cohen, principal of Prodos Capital Management LLC in West Palm Beach; Elizabeth Marshman, associate vice president, trusts, estates and private clients at Freeman’s/Hindman in Palm Beach; Robert D’Angelo, CFA, director, wealth advisor at Cresset in West Palm Beach; Genevieve George, senior financial advisor at Hamilton Capital in Palm Beach Gardens; Samantha Vassallo, managing director and Wealth Advisor at Truist Bank in Boca Raton.

Builders group COO named to county audit committee

Associated Builders and Contractors Florida East Coast is proud to announce that the Palm Beach County Commission has unanimously appointed chief operating officer Sonny Maken to the Palm Beach County Internal Audit Committee. The Internal Audit Committee plays a crucial role in providing oversight and ensuring transparency in the financial operations and compliance of Palm Beach County. The committee assists the board of county commissioners and county administration in maintaining accountability through effective performance audits, reviews, and recommendations.

Former Delray Beach vice mayor joins law group

Government Law Group recently announced the addition of veteran land use and government relations attorney Jordana L. Jarjura as Of Counsel. With more than two decades of experience representing developers, navigating complex government contracts, and holding leadership positions in both private and public sectors, Jarjura brings a unique depth of insight and expertise to the firm. GLG is a leading South Florida firm specializing in solutions for government relations, municipal law, land use and zoning, development, code enforcement, government contracts, bid protests, boutique complex litigation, and other issues specific to Florida government. Jarjura’s background includes roles as vice mayor of the Delray Beach.

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Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at eritz@pbpost.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.

Article Link: Top Palm Beach County professionals, business people on the move for the week of Feb. 9
Author: Eddie Ritz