Board and Staff

With years of experience directing scholarship programs and student housing, I am thrilled to be SSF’s President/CEO. Our residents inspire me to elevate the foundation’s profile and attract new supporters to our cause. When not at SSF, I spend time with my wife and family—and together we occasionally travel to far-flung places to visit friends and family.

Hello, my name is Dale and I’m the Maintenance Director for Central FL. I look after all the resident houses in Gainesville and Ft. Myers. I have been doing maintenance for over 25 years and I really enjoy helping people.

Hi, I’m Norman! As the Director of Maintenance for our North Florida Homes my job centers on keeping all 17 of them up and running. Even though it can be a daunting task at times, I do get the privilege to meet and learn a little about our incredible residents along the way. After almost 16 years I have seen many students come and go, and I look forward to meeting the future residents of SSF.

Hi, I’m John Stewart! As a maintenance technician for over 15 years now, and have been at Southern Scholarship Foundation for two years. I enjoy meeting so many great people along the way!

With 19 years of fundraising experience, I am so excited to support and help provide higher education opportunities to deserving students building their futures! When I’m not working I enjoy the simple things in life… spending time with my family and friends. Most of all being a mom to my sweet girl and a wife to my husband. We enjoy spending time at the beach or finding new places to travel together.

Hi, I’m Brad, and I’m excited for the opportunity to join the SSF team as the new accountant! With a passion for numbers and a heart for making a difference, I’m proud to be part of this mission. When I’m not crunching numbers, I’m busy being a dad to four awesome kids, including a lively set of twins who keep me on my toes.

Hi, I’m Teresa and I am the Director of Student Affairs for our Central Florida Campus! In my role I am lucky enough to meet our students during the interview process and hear their powerful stories. But the real joy comes in watching them grow into these highly productive adults who are out there every day achieving their dreams. My time with SSF goes beyond the word rewarding because the impact our residents have made on me is something I will always carry with me.

Hey! My name is Chrissy Lee and I am so excited to bring my experience as a Gifted Ed Program Coordinator and join the SSF family as the Program Coordinator…

Hello, everyone! My name is Iván, and I excited to form a part of SSF as the new Communications Specialist leading our social media and online platform efforts. Getting the opportunity to apply my creative visual and language skills to the mission of the foundation is a dream come true, and I look forward to increasing public awareness of the incredible work that SSF does for the students and future leaders of the community.

I’m Jesula Jeannot, I’m stoked to join the SSF Family as the Student Life and Leadership Manager. I have a range of expertise in leading initiatives that empower young people through strategic programs and community engagement. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, taking long trail walks, and writing. I also have a passion for cleaning and decorating, which allows me to express my creativity and attention to detail.

My name is Bryce Trafford and I am proud to join the SSF team. I am a dedicated professional with experience in social services and marketing and events. I enjoy working with diverse communities and supporting students as they pursue their education. Outside of work I love watching sports (Go Noles!), reading, painting and spending time with my nieces and nephew.