Meet the Board
President
Norma Kennedy
Norma Kennedy currently serves as President of the Parrish Civic Association(PCA) and is a proud Floridian and lifelong resident of Manatee County. After retiring from Verizon, where she held roles as a business office customer service representative, Supervisor, and training Instructor, She became actively involved in the Parrish community in 2012 and has served in various capacities such as Board Member, Membership Chair, and Vice President. Norma initiated the Parrish Hometown Christmas event in 2017 and contributes to the PCA Rural Development Committee to support the growth of the Village of Parrish. Her efforts along with other members of the PCA were crucial in establishing the naming of Parrish Community High School and the construction of Parrish Community Park. Presently, she along with the board members of the PCA worked towards securing a beautification grant for a Mural project in the Village of Parrish. Norma also contributes to the Manatee County Tourist Development Council Advisory Board. Alongside her husband Rupert, she has raised two sons, Mike & Pat, and a daughter, Anita, all within Manatee County.
Vice President
Lorraine Prosser
Lorraine Prosser serves as Vice President and Beautification Chair on the Parrish Civic Association Board (PCA). She has resided in Parrish for 16 years and has been a Florida resident for 34 years. She has contributed the Rural Development Committee and is an active participant of the Parrish Heritage Day Festival, Parade, and Chili Cookoff along with the Parrish Hometown Christmas and Let’s Get Lit contest committees. With over 20 years of experience, Lorraine showcased her talent in creative arts like dance, drawing, and design from a young age. She holds certifications as a Certified Building Contractor and a Color Design Strategist. Her expertise in creative design and color selection benefits Prosser Painting customers in choosing ideal colors for their homes. Lorraine is associated with various groups such as the Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry Association, Limitless Business Group, Professional Women in Building, Manatee Chamber of Commerce, and the Color Marketing Group. She plays a vital role in securing sponsorships from local businesses to support the costs of free community events organized by the PCA.
Secretary
Cindy Chin
Cindy Chin serves the Parrish Civic Association (PCA) as secretary and chair of the Parrish Parade which is held along with the Parrish Heritage Day Festival, Parade, and Chili Cookoff. She is a lifelong resident of Parrish in Manatee County, Florida, and retired from her position as a Judicial Assistant at the 12th Judicial Circuit of Manatee County. She has actively contributed to her community for over three decades as a member of the Parrish Civic Association(PCA) and as the dedicated Parrish Heritage Day Parade Chair since 1995. Cindy currently holds the role of secretary at the PCA. Cindy's family relocated to Parrish in 1953, the Chin family were local farmers in Parrish, and this is where she was raised with her siblings, Robert and Stewart. Her deep connection to the community, where she has lived her entire life, motivates her to stay involved in addressing Parrish's needs. Alongside her beloved Labrador, Ethan, she resides on a local farm where her horses roam freely.
Treasurer
Dawn Gainer
Dawn Gainer is a Mom and Business owner in Parrish. Her faith is at the core of who she is and she enjoys volunteering at her church and helping people. She has lived in Parrish for over 7 years and loves this area for its beauty, people and small town charm. She owns Parrish Enterprises which is a small accounting and bookkeeping company. The goals of Parrish Enterprises are to help small businesses with all of their business needs. She is a minority owner of L&D West Coast Cleaning which is a cleaning company that provides top notch cleaning services to clients.
Tami Vaughan
Tami Vaughan serves on the Parrish Civic Association Board as the Editor of the Free Monthly Parrish Village Newspaper which goes to homes in the 34219-zip code. Tami’s dedication to the newspaper is undeniably in making the paper a success. She has been a resident of Parrish for over 20 years and has actively participated in the Parrish Civic Association (PCA) for most of that period. Holding various roles such as President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary, she has contributed significantly. Tami has been involved in committees like the Parrish Heritage Day Festival, Parade, and Chili Cookoff along with being an active participant on the Rural Development Committee and Parrish Hometown Christmas. Currently serving as the editor of the Parrish Village News,(PVN) her dedication is essential for the paper's success. With nearly 50 years of residency in Manatee County, Tami has a strong attachment to the community. She is married to Rick Vaughan and has two adult children, Katie and Ricky. Tami is engaged in several organizations including the National Butterfly Association, Parrish Playworks, Theatre Odyssey, Acting Distant, and many more.
Stephen Reha
Stephen Reha serves on the Parrish Civic Association Board (PCA) and leads the PCA Business Networking Group called Parrish Area Business Alliance (PABA). I am passionate about staying involved in my community and offering assistance to others. As a Master Electrician, I not only contribute my electrical expertise to the community but also certify other companies in the state to ensure uninterrupted power supply for customers. At 37 years old, I am a father of two young girls, a husband, and a business owner. My main venture is S&S Electrical Supply, and I also oversee Stephen's Electric as a licensed master electrician.
Priscilla Whisenant Trace
Priscilla Whisenant Trace serves as Roberts Rules of Order Chair on the Parrish Civic Association {PCA} Board. She is a native of Parrish, graduated from the University of Florida and returned to Parrish to establish Ellenton Nursery Growers. She also served as Manatee County Commissioner for District 1 for four years. During her tenure, she played a key role in securing the installation of the 675/301 stoplight with FDOT, expanding and adding sidewalks to 121st Avenue, and finalizing the St Rd 62 and 301 intersection connection with FDOT and the County Priscilla is married and has one son and lives in Parrish.
Cheri Coryea
Cheri Coryea serves on the Parrish Civic Association Board PCA) as Chair of the Governance Committee since 2021. She and her husband have been residents of Parrish for over three decades and raised their family, including two daughters in Parrish. With a long career at Manatee County Government, she held roles such as County Administrator, Deputy County Administrator, and the inaugural Department Director of the Neighborhood Services Department during her fourteen years there. In March 2021, Cheri embarked on a new venture, Coryea Consulting, LLC., specializing in strategic planning, positive leadership, project management, and program development.
Alan Jones
Alan Jones serves on the Parrish Civic Association as the Rural Development Chair asnd has dedicated his life to Jones Potato Farm, the family-owned business in Parrish, Florida. He pursued food resource economics at the University of Florida, where he met his wife Leslie, with whom he has shared 27 years. Residing in Sarasota, they have three grown children. Alan is committed to giving back to the community through donations, job opportunities, and involvement in organizations like the Parrish Civic Association (PCA), where he leads the Rural Development Committee. His goal is to enhance Parrish by fostering community growth with a small-town atmosphere, preserving its history, and offering spaces for leisure activities, such as Parrish Community Park and developing a Downtown Parrish..
Angie Marinacci
Angie Marinacci is a dedicated professional who grew up in Ohio and has been a resident of Parrish, Florida for the past 12 years. She holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Akron and has been building a successful career in finance for the last 18 years. Angie is truly passionate about helping small businesses in her community achieve their goals and thrive. Her commitment to excellence has been recognized through prestigious accolades such as being awarded into her company's President's Circle for two consecutive years. In addition, Angie was recently named the Fifth Third Bank South Florida Volunteer of the Year in 2021, showcasing her dedication to giving back to the community. Outside of work, Angie enjoys a fulfilling personal life as a loving spouse and mother of two children. Her son's involvement in travel baseball in the Parrish community further exemplifies her connection and commitment to the local area.
Lisa Lia
Lisa Lia serves on the Parrish Civic Association (PCA) as a board member and is dedicated to promoting commercial growth and development while honoring the history and legacy of Parrish and its inhabitants. Our family recently moved to Florida from New York in 2020. With nearly 25 years of legal expertise, she is authorized to practice law in New York and Florida. Alongside owning a development company that is constructing a retail shopping center in Parrish, she manages a local commercial real estate brokerage. Lisa is dedicated to promoting commercial growth and development while honoring the history and legacy of Parrish and its inhabitants. She and her husband Justin are thrilled to raise their six high school and college-aged children in Manatee County, cherishing all the opportunities the area provides.
