Agenda 04/14/2026 Item #16K 6 (Appointing two members to the Tourist Development Council)4/14/2026
Item # 16.K.6
ID# 2026-776
Executive Summary
Recommendation to appoint two members to the Tourist Development Council.
OBJECTIVE: To appoint Michael Lamey and reappoint Susan Becker to the Tourist Development Council.
CONSIDERATIONS: The Tourist Development Council (TDC) is a 9-member council created on March 23, 1992, by
Ord. No. 92-18 to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding a proposed plan of uses for
tourist development tax revenues, for the effective operation of the special projects or uses of the tourist development
tax revenues, and to review all expenditures of revenues from the tourist development trust fund. Membership consists
of the immediate past chair of the BCC, 3 owner/operators, 3 non-owner/operators, and 2 elected municipal officials.
Terms are 4 years. A list of the current membership is included in the backup.
This committee has two current vacancies. The vacancies were advertised, and applications were received from the
following:
APPLICANT
CATEGORY DIST. VOTER ADVISORY COMM.
Michael Lamey Owner/Operator 1 Yes None
Jane Margulies Non-Owner/Operator 1 Yes None
Evan Kuperman Owner/Operator 1 Yes None
Jadier Gonzalez Non-Owner/Operator 1 Yes None
Gil Katzman Non-Owner/Operator 1 No None
Susan Becker* Non-Owner/Operator 4 Yes Tourist Development
Council (2010-present)
*reapplying
ATTENDANCE: During the past two years, Susan Becker has had two excused absences. Attendance records are
included in the backup of this item.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: At its meeting on March 17, 2026, the committee considered the above
applications and voted unanimously to recommend that Michael Lamey be appointed in the category of owner/ operator,
and Susan Becker be reappointed in the category of non-owner/operator, each to four years terms expiring April 21,
2030. The recommendation email is included in the backup.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no growth management impact associated with this action.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires majority vote for Board
approval. -JAK
RECOMMENDATION(S): That the Board adopts the Committee Recommendation and authorizes the Chair to
execute the attached resolution confirming the appointments.
PREPARED BY: Jeffrey A. Klatzkow, County Attorney
ATTACHMENTS:
1. TDC Backup 4.14.26
2. TDC Membership 4.14.26
3. TDC Resolution 4.14.26
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Madison Bird
From:
Sent:
To:
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Subject:
Attachments:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Jennifer Leslie
Tuesday, March 17 , 2026 1'.28 PM
Madison Bird
John Melleky; .lay Tusa; Colleen Greene
TDC Advisory Board Recommendation
Susan 8.2024 & 2025 & spring 2026 TDC attendance.xlsx
Follow up
Flag ged
Good morning -
The Tourist Development Council met on March 17 , 2026 and reviewed the following candidate applications for
the current vacancies on the TDC Advisory Board effective April 2026.
Michael Lamey - owner/operator
Susan Becker -(reappointment) -non-owner operator
The Tourist Development Council recommended Michael Lamey and Susan Becker for appointment by a 7-0
vote for both. Please forward this recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners for consideration at
lhe 4114126 meeting.
I have enclosed Susan Becker's atlendance record.
Please let me know if you need any more information
Jennifer
Jennifer Leslie
Naples, Marco lsland, Everglades Convention & Vis;tors Bureau (CVB)
Collier County Tourism
2660 Horseshoe Dr. N f 105
Naples, FL 34104
Office: (239) 252-5708
Fax: (2391252-6841
NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS
Jennifer.Leslie@colli€r,sov
www.ParadiseCoast.com
sla
NAPLES.MARCO ISLAND
EVERGTADES*
FLORIDA's PAIAOISE COAST
Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. lf you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a
public records request, do not send electronic mall to this entity. lnstead, contact this otfice by telephone or in writing.
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SUSAN BECKER
lan. 2024 to Feb. 2026 TDC ATTENDANCE RECORD
TDC MTG DATES TDC P RESE NCE
)an.76,2024 in attendance
Feb, 20,2024 in attendance
Ya(. 79,2024 in attendance
Apr, 16, 2024 in attendance
Vay.21,2024 in attendance
)un. Lg,2024 in attendance
)u1.16,2024 in attendance
Aug.20,2024 in attendance
Sept. 17 ,2024 exc u sed
Oct. 15, 2024 in attendance
Oct. 23, 2025 spx mtg in attenda nce
Nov. 19, 2024 in attenda nce
Dec. 77 , 2024 in attendance
)an. 27,2025 in attenda nce
Feb. 18, 2025 in aftendance
Mat. 18,2025 in attendance
Apr. 15, 2025 in attendance
VtaY . 20 ,2025 excused
)rn.77 .2025 in attendance
rn attendance
Aug. 19, 2025 in attenda nce
sept. 16,2025 in attenda nce
Oct 2025 -no mtg
Nov 2025 - no mtg
Oec. 72.2025 in atte nda nce
.ian.20,2026 -no mtg
Feb.20,2026 in atte nda nce
Ju t, 15, 2025
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tu Marco lsland Area Chamber ofCommerce
ll02 N. Collier Boulevard
Marco lsland, FL 34145
239-394-7 549MARCO IsLAND
AREA
'HAMBER
February 17. 2026
To Whom It May Concern.
It is my distinct pleasure to provide this Ietter of recommendation fbr Michael l,arncy in support of his
appointment to the Cotlier County Tourist Developrnent Council.
In my role as President & CEO of the Marco lsland Area Chamber of Commerce, I have had the opportunity to
work alongside many hospitality leaders over the years, and Michael stands out as one ofthe most
accomplished, stralegic, and comm unity-minded executives in our region.
As Holel Manager of the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Rcsort, Michael provides executive leadership for
one ofthe most prominent and complex luxury resorts in rlorida. Overseeing operations for a $265M+
property and Ieading more than 900 associates, he demonstrates an exceptional ability to balance operational
excellence. financial performance. and a deeply people-centered leadership philosophy. His commitment to
cultivating a high-engagement culture is evident in the way he empowers his teams and consislently elevates
the guest experience.
Michael's track record speaks for itself. Prior to his current role, he served as Hotel Manager aI Harbor Beach
Marriott Resort. where he led a team of 500 associates and delivered record-setting financial performance-
achieving $129 million in revenue and $59.5 million in profit in 2023. Under his leadership. the resorl attained
outstanding associate engagement scores and top-tier guest satisthction metrics, even rvhile navigating
significant renovations and operational enhancements. His ability to drive profitability while maintaining
service excellence reflects both strategic acumen and disciplined execution.
Importantly. Michael also understands the broader economic and strategic impact of tourism. His experience
leading Iarge-scalc resort operations. driving long-rangc business planning, optimizing revenue strategies. and
strengthening brand positioning would bring trernendous value to the Collier County Tourist Development
Council. I le possesses both the operational insight and the rcgional perspective necessary to help guide tourism
development, marketing investment. and sustainable growth for our destination.
Michael embodies the qualities our community needs in leadership: vision, intcgrity. financial expertise. and
the ability to inspire high-perfonning teams. I offcr my stlongest endorsement of his appointment to the Collier
County Tourist Development Council, Our county would greatly benefit from his expertise, perspective, and
dedication to advancing tourism excellence.
Please feel free to contact me should you require any additional infonnation
Sincerely,
O))ur,. @. A;tr,,
Dianna G. Dohrn
President & CEO
Marco Island Area Chamber olCommerce
www.marcoislandchamber.org
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AD\'ISORY CO}I}I ITTEF- APPI-ICANT
IIOUTI\G M ENIORAN DUN,I
FRONI: Madison Bird, Oftice olthe County Attorney
DATE: l;ebruary18,20?6
APPLICANT:
Michael A. Lamey, .lr.
292 Shadou,ridgc Court
Marco Island, 34145
APPLYINC FOR: Tourist Developnrent Council
Tlrere are vacancies on the above referenced advisory committee. The vacancies were advefiised
and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application for
consideration.
TO EI,ECTlONS OFFICE: Attn: )Ielissa \\'itcher cc: )l ela n ic \\'ain
Please confinn if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier Counry, and in rvhat
commissioner district the applicant resides.
Registcred Voter:Yes Conrmission District: I
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: Jennifer Leslic cc: John Nlellekyl Sandra Rios
An application is attached lbr your review. Please let nre know, in writing, thc recomntendatiorl
for appointrrent to the advisory committee. [n accordance rvith Resolution No.2006-83, 1,our
recommendation must be provided within 4l days of the abovc date. Your rccorr rrendation
nremo should include:
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOR: Attn: ladison Bird
_ This applicant is not recommended fbr appointment. -OR-_ This applicant is recornmended ior appointment. A recommendation memo is attached,
please prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
_ The names ofall applicants considered tbr the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The commitlee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointntent.
_ The catcgory or area of qualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
-
Ifthe applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past t"vo years.
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Advisory Board Apptication Form
Col,tier County Govern ment
3299 Tamiami Trait East, Suite 800
Naptes, FL34112
(239) 252-8400
App[icationwas received oil 02/13/2026 09:59:51 AM
Name: MICHAELAIKENS LAMEY JR
Emait Address: M ic hae[. La mey]@t'la r!'ioA.c o m
Home Address: 292 Shadowridge Court
City/Zip Gode: Marco lstand,34145
Primary Phone: 480-262-261 5
Secondary Phone:
Board or Committee: Tourist Devetopment CounciI
Category (if Appticable):
Ptace of Employment? JW Marriott Marco lstand
Do you or your emptoyer do business with the County? Yes
Explain: JW Marriott Marco lstand Beach Resort
How many years have you tived in Coltier County? 510
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Coltier County? I am a year-round
resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any tevet felony or first
degree misdemeanor only)? No
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from
decisions or recommendations made by this advisory board? Yes
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lI yes, Please Exptain: Current emptoyer: JW Marriott Marco lstand which operates in the
hosp ita tity/tou rism sector. Largest resort and hospltatity emptoyer in co(tier county and
[argest business operating in Marco lstand.
Are you a registered voter in Coltier County? Yes
Do you currentl,y hotd an elected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? No
Please list your community activities and positions held: Youth Footbatt Coach - NFL
FLag Footbatt - Paradise Coast Sports Comptex Vo[unteer- Harry Chapin Food Bank of
Southwest Ftorida Votunteer - Watch D.O.G.S. program (Dads of Great Students)
Education: Johnson & Wates University: Bachelor Degree of Food Service Management,
Associate Degree of Cu[inary Arts
Experience / Background: Dynamic hospitatity leader with over 20 years of experience
driving operationaI excetlence, elevating guest satisfaction, and cuttivating high-performing
teams within [arge-scate luxury resort environments. Recognized for creating positive,
engaging workptace cultures that inspire strong performance and service innovation.
Proven track record of detivering exce ptio na I financiaI resutts through strategic
human-capitaI p[anning, operationaI excellence, and guest-focused experience design.
Passionate about crafting authentic, memorab[e experiences that enhance brand toyatty
and strengthen market position.
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Madison Bird. Office of'the Countv Attornev
DATE: February 23.2026
AI'PLICANT:
Susan Becker
371 I 1th Avenue South
Naples, FL 34102
APPLYIN(; l'OR: Tourist Developmcnt Council
There are vacancies on the above relerenced advisory committee. The vacancies were advertised
and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application for
consideration.
TO ELECTIONS OI-FICE: Attn: l\lelissa Witcher cc: Ntelanic Wain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what
commissioner district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: 4
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: ,lennifer Lcslic cc: John Mclleky; Sandra Rios
An application is attached for your revieu', Please let me know. in writing. the recommendation
lbr appointment to thc advisorv committee. In accordance with Resolution No.2006-83, your
recommendation must be provided within 4l days of the above date. Your recommendation
memo should include:
_ The names ofall applicants considered 1br the vacancy or vacancies,
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appoinrment.
_'l'he category or area of qualilication the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ lfthe applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two years
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOR: .{ttn: Madison Bird
_ This applicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR*
_ 1'his applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo
pleasc prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
is attached,
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Board of County Commissioners
3299 East Tamiami Trail, Suite 8m Naples, FL34112
(239) 252-8400
Application for Advisory Committees/Boards
Name: Susan Becker
E-Mail Addrcss:
_smmsbecker@m.ilcom
Primary Phone:_239-293-8933_ Secondary Phone:_239-261-170E
Board or Committee Applied for:
TouristDevelopmenC ouncil
Category (if applicable):_
board member Example:
Commi$sion Distri4 Develope4 environmenlalist, la! person, etc"
How long have you lived in Collier County3 _over 25 yeors_
How mony months out of the year do you rcside in Collicr Coutrty: _12-
Have you ever been convicted or found guilty ofa crirninal olfense (any level felony or first degreo misdemeanor
onlyf Yes _ No _X_ If yeg erplain:
Place of Employment:_
_Neapolitan Enterprises_
Manager of
Tourist Information Booth
Home Addrcss:
_371 116 Avenue South
Naples, FL Zip Code:-34102-
Do you or your employer do business with the County? Yes _ No _X_ If yes, explain:_
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Would you and/or any organizations with which you are alfiliated benelit from decisions or r€commendations
made by this advisory board? Yes_No_X_If yes, explain:
NOTE: All advisory board mernbe$ must update lheir prurtk and notify the Boatd of Couny Cornmissionerc in the
event lhat lheir relolionship changes relating lo mernbenhips of orgaaiutions thal mty benefrl them in the outcome
of advkory board recommendotions ot lhqt en et into contacts with lhe Coun$.
Are you a registered voter in Collier County: Yes _X_ No _
Do you currertly hold public ollice? Yes _ No _X_If so, what is that o{Iice?
Do you now serve, or have you ev€r served, on a Collier County board or committee? Yes _X_ No _
Ifyes, please list the committeeyborrds:
TDC
Please list vour community activities (civic clubs, neighborhood associations, etc. and positions held:
_Southwest Florida Concierge.Association, SKAL, Third Stre€t Merchants Association, Old Naples
Association, Friends ofthe CC Library Naples Sailing and Yacht Club, Conservancy ofSouthwest Florida,
Naples Cruise Club, American Association of University Women: various leadership positions in all
Erfrerience'
_Professor of English at Illinois Central College; honoree of Creat Teachers; public speaker and presenter at
national conf€rencesi consultant Educational Testing Services; editor/writer/reviewer for professional
publicationsi facilitator ofdiscussion groupsl event coorditrator--+ookings, contracts, performances.
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fall. and spring.
Pertinent Information: I live and work nearThe Naples Pier, in the heart of the Naples historic district. Thus
I am in daily contact with tourists on a face.to-fgce.basis. I have over twenty yesrs exp€rience_and find myself
assisting our visitors not only in the tourist booth but also otr thG street tw€lve months a year,_summer, winter,
Pleasc ettach eny edditionrl irformation you feel pertinent
This appocarlon shoald leJlbnoarded lo DL-AdvisorvBorrdOn-LineAoolications@colliercountr,fl,eor , or b! ,rull ot in person to:
Advlsory Board Coodinotor. i299 Essl Thmiami Truil, Suile #E00, Nqles, FL 34112. Thon*losforlour lrlteresl h sereitg the
citizens of Collier Counfi.
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ADVISORY COM M ITTEE APPLICANT
ROU'I'ING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Madison Bird, Office of the County Attomey
DATE: February 13.2026
AI)I'LICANT:
Jane Margulies
7663 Winding Cypress Drive
Naples, FL 34114
APPLYING FOR: Tourist Development Council
There are vacancies on the above referenced advisory committee. The vacancies were advertised
and persons interestcd in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application for
consideration.
TO ELECTIONS O['FICE: Attn: Nlelissa Witcher cc: Nlelanie Wain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what
commissioner district the applicant resides.
Registeted Voter:Yes Commission District: I
'IO STAt'f'LIAISON: Attn: ,lennifer Leslic cc: .lohn !Iellekr,: Sandra Iiios
An application is attachcd for your revierv. Please let me know. in writing. the recommendation
lor appointment to the advisory commiltee. ln accordance with Resolution No. 2006-83. your
rccommendation must be provided within 4l days of the above date. Your recommendatiolr
memo should include:
_ The names ofall applicants considered lor the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_ The category or iuea ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
-
Ifthe applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records fbr the past two years.
-IO ADVISORY BOARD COOLDINATOR: Attn: Madison llird
X fftir applicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR-_ This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached,
please prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
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Advisory Board Apptication Form
Name: Jane MarguLies
Emait Add ress:
Home Address: 7663 Winding Cypress Drive
CilylZip Code: Naples, 341 14
Secondary Phone: 973-216-1 195
Board or Committee: Tourist Devetopment Councit
Category (if Applicabte):
Ptace of Employment? Gtobat TEAM Associates, LLC dba The TEAM Group, LLC
Do you or your emptoyer do business with the County? No
How many years have you tived in Cottier County? 4-5
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Coltier County? I am a year-round
res ide nt
Have you been convicted or found guitty of a criminal offense (any tevet fetony or first
degree misdemeanor onty)? No
Would you and/or any organizations with whi6h you are affitiated benefit f rom
decisions or recommendations made by this advisory board? No
Are you a registered voter in Coltier County? Yes
Col,tier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
N aples, FL 341 1 2
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on:02111/2026 06:1 7:23 PM
Primary Phone: 973-301 -0720
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Do you currentty hoLd an elected office? No
Do you now server or have you ever served on a Cottier County board or committee?
No
Please tist your community activities and positions hetd: Ftorham Park Nj Chairperson
Borough Planning Board Jan 2008 - )uly 202l Winding Cypress Comptiance Committee
Chairperson 2022-2024
Education: St John's University BS in Accounting and Economics NYU Stern School of
Business MBA
Experience / Background: SUMMARY A creative, high-energy agency executive with a
hospitatity and consumer packaged goods background with a strong bottom line
orientation. Consistent record of sates and prof it achievement. Expertise in: Consumer
promotions Targeted Marketing Sponsorships lncentive Programs Strategic Atliances
Meeting Ptanning Sports & Entertainment Marketing Ctient Seruice PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE THE TEAM GROUP - Nap[es, Ftorida 2003 - Present President - Founding
Partner Formed own agency ln 2003 -Travet Events And Motivation (T.E.A.1.4.). T.E.AM. is an
agency specia[izing in travetpromotions, incentives, meeting ptanning, sweepstakes
administration, and corporate events. . Devetoped a comprehensive business ptan for the
agency inctuding market analysis, competitive environment, marketing and sales strategy,
goa[s and objectives, projected sates, and profit potentiat. . Responsibte for att financiat,
and administrative functions within the organization atong with sales, account
management, and execution of att programs for cable television and entertainment ctients.
. Work with Fortune 100 companies on strategic marketing ptans and promotionat
concepts and manage them through to finalexecution and program anatysis. . Consistent
sales growth RPMC, Inc. - Ftorham Park, NewJersey 1995-2003 SeniorVice President,
Eastern Sales Office Estabtished, managed and continued to grow the first US satettite
office for the Catif orn ia- based sports and entertainment marketing and promotion agency.
Achieved record year-one sates gains with in excess of $1 mittion of new business and have
continued to grow at a rate of over 50% each year. RECKITT & COLMAN lNC., Wayne, New
Jersey 1990-1995 Group Manager-Marketing Services 1994-1995 Managed a team of five
marketing services managers. Responsibte for over $50 million in consumer promotion
spending. Managed agency/brand retationships.. Devetoped $3 mitlion French's
Mustard/USA Basebatt Otympic sponsorship program inctuding: pubtic retations, regional
and accou nt-spec ific marketing, and hospitatity.. Created and executed French's
Worcestershire Sauce partnership with the Beef lndustry Council [eading to quarterty
promotions, creative cost savings over $.5 mittion and implied endorsement of the
Counci[. . lnitiated and nurtured air freshener and rug cleaner and deodorizer attiance with
Ratston Purina pet food brands creating Low cost, strategicauy targeted annuat
promotions. . Coordinated first pubtic relations programs for RedHot Cayenne pepper
Sauce, Vanitla lmpressions air freshener [ine, MR. BUBBLE, Neutra Air and Stick Ups air
fresheners netting impressions in excess of 70 mit(ion each. . Devetoped and executed 40
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market promotionaI radio campaign for RedHot Cayenne Pepper Sauce increasing sates in
targeted markets up to 500/0 versus prevjous year and 120lo nationatly whi[e maintaining
growth for over four months. Jane A. Margulies Page 2 Group ManagerRegionat Marketing
Brands 1993-1994 Managed group of brand teams responsibte for $150 mittion in regional
food, househotd and hardware brands, successfut|'y growing atL brands. Chairperson of
corporate marketing recruitment program. . Devetoped and analyzed strategic arenas for
French's Worcestershire Sauce and Chore Boy sponges creating regional marketing ptans
with consistent growth of 20% and 80/0, respectivety. . Devetoped and executed first
Hispanic account specific marketing ptan and tetevision campaign for Lavender Sachet
increasing brand sates 44%. . Developed and executed first Btack tetevision advertising for
RedHot Cayenne Pepper Sauce with sates growth in excess of 500/o in targeted markets
increasing advertising budget in year two. . Participated in project team to "spin off"
Harvest brands into a separate mutti-functional division increasing sates and product
contribution 100/o in year one white maintaining key trademark vatues. Senior Category
Manager 1990-1993 I'4anaged brand teams in health and beauty care, air freshener and
new product categorie
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AI)VISORY COM MITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MIlMORANDT]M
FROM: Madison Bird, Office of the County Attomey
DATE: February 11,2026
APPLICANT:
Evan Todd Kuperman
621 South Barfield Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145
APPLYING FOR: Tourist Dcvelopnlcnt Council
There are vacancies on the above referenced advisory committee. The vacancies were advertised
and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application for
consideration.
cc: Me lanie Wain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what
commissioner district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter:Yes Commission District: I
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: .lcnnifcr Lcslic cc: John Mellekr': Sandra Rios
An application is attached for your review. Please let me know. in writing. the recommendation
lor appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance with Resolution No. 2006-83, your
rccommcndation must be provided within 4l days of the above date. Your recommendation
memo should include:
TO ELECTIONS OFFICE: Attn: !Ielissa Wilcher
_ The names of all applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_ T'he category or area ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ If the applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two years,
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOR: Attn: Madison Bird
X fUir applicant is not recommended lbr appointment. -OR-
_ This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached,
please prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
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Advisory Board Apptication Form
Apptication was received oil O211012026 09:43:36 PM
Name: Evan Todd Kuperman
Email Address: evan@sa nddotta rboattou rs.co m
Home Address: 621 S Barfietd Drive
City/Zip Code: Marco lstand,34145
Primary Phone | 845-7 21 -2592
Secondary Phonet 845-7 21-2592
Board or Committee: Tourist Devetopment CounciI
Category (if Appticabte): owner/operator seat
Ptace of Employment? lstand Shetting Dotphin and Fishing Adventures LLC
Do you or your emptoyer do business with the County? Yes
Explain: lown a business in the County
How many years have you tived in Coltier County? 4-5
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Coltier County? I am a year-round
resident
Have you been convicted or found guitty of a criminat offense (any levet fetony or first
degree misdemeanor onty)? No
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affitiated benefit from
decisions or recommendations made bythis advisory board? Yes
lf yes, Please Exptain: A[[ tourism decisions hetp the businesses involved in tourism, and
as far as the seat of Owner/Operator, that is exactty what you are asking for.
Cottier County Government
3299 TamiamiTraiI East, Suite 800
Naptes, FL34112
(23s) 2s2-8400
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Are you a registered voter in Cottier County? Yes
Do you currentty hotd an etected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? No
Please list your community activities and positions hetd: I previousty hetd viltage trustee
position, etected in NY atong with board of JCC of Rockland, NY Boy Scouts Asst
scoutmaster, votunteer ambutance corps, among others.
Education: BSBA in Finance from University of Arizona Ftorida Master Naturatist from FSU
Experience / Background: Owned and operated a Toyota Dealership, aLong with
phitanthropy and etected positions in NY. Now own lstand Shetting Dotphin and Fishing
Adventures, AKA Sand DoLtar Shetting, AKA Sand Dottar Boat Tours, AKA Naptes Bay Water
Shuttte. Currentty operating 9 boats from 4 Locations including Naptes City Dock and
Goodtand Boat Ramp, atongwith privatety held slips a Naptes Bay Resort and Marina, and
San Marco Marina. We are the second largest, charter boat company in couier based on
captained vessels owned and operated. Additionatty, I am a Master Captain licensed by the
USCG Mercahnt l\4arines. I have a Long list of other activities and am happy to suppty a
detaited [ist or bio. My tinked in also covers the extent of my experience.
hllpslAarww-li nked i n.com/i n/evan kupqnnan
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Madison Bird. Office of the County Attorney
DATE: February 11,2026
AI'I'LICANT:
Jaider A. Gonzalez
3012 Sunset Boulevard
Naples, FL 341l2
APPLYING l'OR: 'l ourist [)cvclopmcnt Council
There are vacancies on the above referenced advisory committee. The vacancies were advertised
and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application for
consideration.
TO ELECTIONS OFFI(;E: r\ttn: \Iclissa \\'itcher cc: Melanie \Yain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what
commissioner district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter:Ycs Commission District: I
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: Jennifer Leslie cc: .Iohn Mclleky; Sandra Rios
An application is attached lor your review. Please let me know, in writing, the recommendation
lbr appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance wil.h Resolution No. 2006-83, your
recommendation must be provided rvithin 41 days of the above date. Your recommendation
memo should include:
_ The names ofall applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_ The category or area ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ Ifthe applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two years.
I'O ADVISORI'BOARD COORDINA'IOR: Attn: Madison Bird
X fnis applicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR-_ This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached,
please prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
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Advisory Board Apptication Form
Cotlier County Government
3299 Tamiami TraiI East, Suite 800
Naptes, FL34112
12391252-8400
Apptication was received oN 02/11/2026 09:51:12 AM
Name: Jaider A. Gonzatez
Emait Address: ia!derl@sunsiioenaptes.com
Home Address: 3012 Sunset Btvd
City/Zip Code: Naptes, 341 12
Primary Phone: 239-306-221 I
Secondary Phone:
Board or Committee: Tourist Devetopment CounciI
Category (if Appticable):
Place of Emptoyment? Five Diamonds Property Management, lnc.
Do you or your emptoyer do business with the County? No
How many years have you lived in Coltier County? More than 15
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Coltier County? I am a year-round
resident
Have you been convicted or found guitty of a criminat offense (any tevet fetony or first
degree misdemeanor onty)? No
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affitiated benefit from
decisions or recommendations made by this advisory board? No
Are you a registered voter in Coltier County? Yes
Do you currentty hold an etected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Coltier County board or committee? No
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Please list your community activities and positions hetd:
Education: US Navy, Medicat Laboratory Science, Commerciat ReaL Estate Agent.
Experience / Background: Accomptished professionaI with a robust background spann ing
mititary service, finance, and construction. Career journey inctudes serving as VP-
Operations Manager for a regional bank before joining the Department of the Navy.
CommerciaI Property Management and Sates in Cottier and Lee Counties.
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPI,ICANT
ROUT'ING MI.]MORANDUM
FROM: Madison Bird, Offrce of the County Attorney
DATE: February 9,2026
APPLICANT:
Gil Katzman
9111 Chula Vista Street #11603
Naples, FL 34l13
APPLYING FOR: 'fourist Development Council
There are vacancies on the above ref'erenced advisory committee. The vacancies were advertiscd
and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application lor
consideration.
TO Il,Ii,CTIONS Ol'l'lCE: Attn: Me lissa Witchcr cc: Melanic Wain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what
commissioner district the applicant resides-
Registcred Voter:No Commission District:
TO STAFF LIAIS()N: Attn: Jennifer Lcslic cc: .Iohn Mellela,-: Sandra Rios
An application is attached for your review. Please lct me know, in writing, the recommendation
for appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance with Resolution No. 2006-t13, your
recommendation must be provided within 41 days of the above date. Your recommendation
memo should include:
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOR: Attn: Madison Bird
d This applicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR-
_ This applicant is recommcnded for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached,
please prepare an agenda itcm for the next available BCC agenda.
_ The names ofall applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
'l'he committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appoittment.
_'l he category or area ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ Il'the applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two years.
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Advisory Board Apptication Form
Collier County Government
3299 TamiamiTrail East, Suite 800
Naptes, FL34112
(239) 2s2-8400
Application was received on:.0210512026 04:53:50 PM
Name: GiI Katzman
EmaiI Address: gl. katzma n@hilton.com
Home Address: 9111 Chuta Vista Street #1 1603
Citylzip Code: Naptes , 341 1 3
Primary Phone: 305-331-4567
Secondary Phone: 305-331 -4567
Board or Committee: Tourist Development CounciI
Category (if Appticabte):
Place of Emptoyment? Hllton Marco lstand Beach Resort and Spa
Do you or your emptoyer do business with the County? Yes
Explain: My emptoyer is a 310 rooms hotel in Marco Istand with a spa, futt service
restaurant and bar, 7500 sqaure feet of indoor and 40000 square feet of outdoors event
space
How many years have you tived in Collier County? 1-2
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Cotlier County? 9{ 2
Have you been convicted or found guitty of a criminal offense (any levet fetony or first
degree misdemeanor onty)? No
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affitiated benefit from
decisions or recommendations made by this advisory board? Yes
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lf yes, Ptease Exptain: The organziation is a tourism services provider. lf any of the
recommendations made witl be accepted, it witt impact the hotet. Exampte can be tourism
occupancy tax, restrictions on beach activities, pubtic transportation etc.
Are you a registered voter in Cottier County? No
Do you currentty hotd an etected office? No
Ptease [ist your community activities and positions hetd: Board of Directors of Zurich
lnternationat SchooI Foundation Holocaust Heroes Worldwide Past board member of
Ivliami Btack HospitaLity lnnitiatives Past committee member of Shake a Leg Miami Past
member of Convention Sates Committee at Greater Mlami Convention and Visitors Bureau
Education: Master in Hospitatity and Tourism Reat Estate Deve[opment Florida
lnternationatUniversity Bachetor in Hospitatity Management and Economics from
University of Houston
Experience / Background: 30+ years of Hospital.ity Sales and Marketing experience in
companies such as Hitton Hotets and Resorts, Hyatt Hotets and Restorts and
lntercontinenta I Hotets Group. Past Partner and co-founder at Adetfi Group, a Miami based
hospitatity and Tourism constulting group. see profile at https://w\rywlinkedin.com/in/git-
ka\Zman 78447 75l Looking forward to hearing from you
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? No
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Name Home Phone
Appt'd Exp. Date Term
DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Work Phone
Tourist Development Council
1/13/26 12/31/26 1 Year
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 303
BCC
2District:
Category:
Commissioner Burt Saunders
Naples, FL 34112
E-Mail:
04/03/24 04/21/28 4 Years
735 8th Street South
elected official - City of Naples
4District:
Category:
Councilman Bill Kramer
Naples, FL 34102
E-Mail:wkramer@naplesgov.com
11/12/24 4/21/28 4 Years
50 Bald Eagle Drive
elected official - Marco Island
1District:
Category:
Councilman Darrin Palumbo
Marco Island, FL 34145
(239) 315-2089
(239) 389-5000
E-Mail:dpalumbo@marcocitycouncil.com
04/22/16 04/21/20
5/14/24 4/21/28
4 Years
6842 Lantana Bridge Rd., #202
Non-Owner/Operator
4
4 Years
District:
Category:
Nancy H Kerns
Naples, FL 34109
(230) 821-5208
(239) 434-8505
E-Mail:nancyhkerns@gmail.com
07/26/05 04/21/07
04/11/23 04/21/27
2 Years
15515 Cedarwood Lane, #102
Owner/Operator - hotel
2
4 Years
District:
Category:
Clark Wakefield Hill
Naples, FL 34110
(239) 398-5975
(239) 430-4900
E-Mail:chill@cooperhotels.com
Monday, March 23, 2026 Page 1 of 3
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Name Home Phone
Appt'd Exp. Date Term
DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Work Phone
Tourist Development Council
08/08/23 04/21/27 4 Years
PO Box 328
City of Everglades
5District:
Category:
Councilman Michael McComas
Everglades City, FL 34139
(239) 340-0662
E-Mail:mmccomas@cityofeverglades.org
5/14/24 4/21/28 4 Years
15893 Delasol Lane
Non-Owner/Operator
4District:
Category:
Laura Radler
Naples, FL 34110
(239) 403-2156
E-Mail:laura.radler@ophotels.com
4/21/26 4 Years
Owner/Operator - marina
District:
Category:
VACANT VACANT
, FL
E-Mail:
04/13/10 04/21/14
04/12/22 04/21/26
4 Years
371 Eleventh Avenue South
Non-Owner/Operator
4
4 Years
District:
Category:
Susan M Becker
Naples, FL 34102
(239) 261-7708
(239) 293-8933
E-Mail:smmsbecker@gmail.com
Monday, March 23, 2026 Page 2 of 3
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Name Home Phone
Appt'd Exp. Date Term
DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Work Phone
Tourist Development Council
The Tourist Development Council is a 9 member council created on March 23, 1992 by Ord. No.
92-18 to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding uses for
tourist development tax revenues, and to review all expenditures of revenues from the tourist
development trust fund. Membership consists of: the Chair or other designated member of the
BCC; 2 elected municipal officials (one each from Naples and Marco Island); 2 owner/operators -
hotel or motel; 1 owner/operator - RV park or other tourist accommodation, or otherwise qualified;
3 non-owner/operators who are involved in the tourist industry or have demonstrated an interest
in tourist development. Of the 6 non-government members, one shall be appointed upon
recommendation by the governing body of Everglades City. Terms are 4 years.
NOTE: BCC voted on 12/13/22 under item 2C: The outgoing BCC chairman shall become the
Board's TDC member the year following his/her chairmanship.
cc: John Melleky; Sandra Rios
Jennifer Leslie: 252-5708Staff:
125.0104FL STAT:
Monday, March 23, 2026 Page 3 of 3
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - _____
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPOINTING MICHAEL LAMEY AND
REAPPOINTING SUSAN BECKER TO THE TOURIST DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL.
WHEREAS, Collier County Ordinance No. 92-18 established the Tourist Development
Council (TDC) to advise the Board of County Commissioners (Board) regarding proposed uses
of tourist development tax revenues, effective operation of the special projects or uses of the
tourist development reviews, and to review all expenditures of revenues from the tourist
development trust fund; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 92-18, as amended, provides that the TDC shall consist of
nine (9) members including the Chairman or designated representative of the Board of County
Commissioners, three (3) municipal representatives, and other individuals involved in the tourist
industry as specified in the Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, there are two vacant citizen seats on the TDC; and
WHEREAS, the Board previously provided public notice soliciting applications from
interested parties; and
WHEREAS, the Tourist Development Council has provided the Board with its
recommendation for appointment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that MICHAEL LAMEY, is hereby
appointed to the TDC as an Owner/Operator, and SUSAN BECKER, is hereby reappointed, as a
non-Owner/Operator, each to four year terms expiring on April 21, 2030.
THIS RESOLUTION ADOPTED upon majority vote this 14th day of April, 2026.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CRYSTAL K. KINZEL, Clerk COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By:_____________________________ By:_____________________________
, Deputy Clerk Dan Kowal, Chairman
Approved as to form and legality:
_______________________________
Jeffrey A. Klatzkow, County Attorney
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