TITUSVILLE, FLA. (Oct. 29, 2024)-Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF), the philanthropic arm of Parrish Healthcare, announced the election of Melissa E. Lugo as chair of its Board of Directors. Lugo, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Six Sigma Black Belt, is a senior manager of store transformation and innovation at TD Bank.

Dedicated to making a difference in the community, Lugo is past president of Women's Center North Guild, Riverview Pilot Club and Junior League of Central & North Brevard. In addition to serving as chair of JPMF, she currently serves as Grant Chair for the Riverview Pilot Club and Vice Chair of the Titusville Playhouse.

Other officers and members of the executive board voted into office include Philip Simpson, Ph.D., chair elect; Kelley Broome, vice-chair; Britt Diaz, secretary; Josh Norris, treasurer; Randall Coleman, immediate past chair; and George Mikitarian, ex-officio and Parrish Healthcare president/CEO.

Executive committee members elected include Christopher Broome, Esq; Santiago Bulnes; Jessie Kirk; Jason Snodgrass; Barbara Terhune and Rachel Terry.

Directors elected on the board include Winnie Brewer; William Chivers; Herman Cole; Mary Coleman; David D. Ferguson; Terry Lee; Lisa McAlpine; Jo Lynn Nelson; Dr. Kevat Patel; Howard Rinker, DDS; Joe Rodriguez; Turmy Sieveking; and Jennifer Trastelis.

Jerry Allender, Esq., Dorothy Hudson; Richard Boggs; J.J. Parrish III; and William Terry will continue to serve the Foundation as board members emeritus.

"As a member of the JPMF board for more than 11 years, I am honored to continue my service to the Foundation as Chair of its Board of Directors," said Lugo. "Parrish Healthcare's vision of Healing Families-Healing Communities® resonates deeply with my personal values. It's a privilege to serve with such an exceptional group of community leaders who generously give their time, talent and financial support to advance the mission, vision and values of Parrish Healthcare. Together, we will continue to make a significant impact in the quality healthcare in North Brevard."