Meet Our Board
We work hard to support our community—United We Thrive!
Peter J. Berry
Board Chair
Born and raised in Connecticut, Peter spent most of his life in Connecticut before moving to Naples, FL in 2012 with his wife Suzanne. In 1983, he co-founded Association Resources (AR) with Suzanne. AR, an association management firm, was the headquarters for 20 international, national, and state organizations with offices in Hartford, CT and Washington, DC. AR was sold in 2007 to a private equity group. After leaving AR, Peter worked in the meetings industry for Maritz Global Events based in St. Louis, MO. He identified potential conference sites for clients and once a location was identified, he negotiated the hotel contract for the meeting. Peter is currently a consultant for HillStaffer, a Washington based advocacy and government relations firm. In addition to Peter’s involvement in UWCK, he serves on the boards of Greater Naples Leadership (GNL), Collier County Public Transit Advisory Board, and Audubon Country Club. Peter is a graduate of GNL Masters Class XXIV. Peter and Suzanne have two children, Meghan and Brennan Berry, who are principals at Energy Related Properties based in Texas.
Maria Jones
Vice Chair
Maria is the Director of Member Services and Government Relations for the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative. With a background in business communications, she is steadfast in her commitment to serving cooperative members and leading her co-workers to success. Maria is also immersed in local and state government and has a keen ability to garner solid relationships. An active community participant, she is Vice Chair of United Way of Collier and the Keys and serves on the Monroe Local Advisory Board. Maria believes in giving back to the Florida Keys community she loves. She envisions a community where collaboration and resourcefulness lead to impactful changes and strives to use her passion and expertise to achieve the best outcomes for both the organization and the community.
Debbie Mathews Finch
Past Chair
Debbie Mathews Finch retired in 2015 after a 38-year career in business and human resources at Hanover Insurance Group. During her tenure at the $5 billion international company, she held leadership roles including VP of Corporate Services, VP of Human Resources, and Vice President of Talent Management. Alongside her corporate career, she dedicated significant time to nonprofits, serving as Board President for United Way of Livingston County and a Founding Member of the Women’s Initiative at United Way of Central Massachusetts. Now a full-time Naples resident, Debbie leads the Mathews Finch Consulting Group, supporting nonprofits and small businesses. She has served as Board Chair for United Way of Collier and the Keys and Grace Place and was honored with the 2024 Distinguished Leadership Award from Greater Naples Leadership. Today, she serves as the Chairman of the Board for Grace Place.
Nancy Limb
Treasurer
Nancy Limb is a Business Banking, Senior Relationship Manager for Southwest Florida covering Collier and Lee Counties. Nancy has been with Bank of America for 47-years and her experience positions her as an expert in understanding and serving the business community. Nancy's ultimate mission is to create a more sustainable future for both her clients and the communities they serve. She has taken pride in helping small to mid-sized businesses expand and achieve their business and personal goals. Many clients consider Nancy family with relationships spanning longer than 25-years. Nancy is committed to serving the community, volunteering with food pantries and various organizations. She also teaches Business Financial Literacy.
Darren Burkett
Collier County Public Schools
Darren Burkett is the Deputy Superintendent for Collier County Public Schools, overseeing key areas including Teaching and Learning, District Operations, Safety, Student Relations, and Career and Technical Education. Beyond those roles he serves as a member of Senior Leadership to provide insight and guidance on a variety of District initiatives which impact its 50,000 students. He has served Collier County for 15 years as a school and district administrator, previously leading Naples High and East Naples Middle School. Prior to his arrival in Collier County, Mr. Burkett was a high school English teacher and school administrator in Massachusetts. Darren holds a bachelor's degree from Assumption University and a master's in Educational Leadership from Fitchburg State University. He has completed doctoral coursework at Northeastern University and is certified by the National Institute for School Leadership. He serves on the boards of the United Way of Collier and the Keys and the Florida Association of School Administrators.
Thaddeus Cohen
Community Volunteer
Bill Doxey
SouthState Bank
William Doxey III has been a Vice President and Commercial Lender with SouthState Bank for 9 years and has more than three decades of banking experience. Originally from Carrollton, Georgia, he has lived in the Florida Keys for over 10 years. Doxey is a graduate of Brenau University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management and a Masters of Business Administration. He is also an alumnus of the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University. Doxey is a board member with United Way of Collier, Treasurer of the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor Alliance, a member of the Upper Keys Rotary Club, and a graduate of Leadership Monroe County, Class 26. He resides in Tavernier.
Dwight Hill
First Horizon Bank
Dwight has lived in Florida since 1960 and is a third generation Floridian. He is a graduate of the University of Florida with a degree in Economics. A banker for over 40 years, he is currently the Market President of First Horizon Bank for the Florida Keys. Dwight and his wife Mary live in Islamorada. In the spirit of “to those who much is given much is expected,” he is actively involved in our community serving on the boards of the Children’s Shelter of Monroe County, United Way of Colliers and the Keys, and The Studios of Key West. Through the First Horizon Foundation, he directs the charitable giving for the bank in Keys.
Kitty Keane
Community Volunteer
Kitty (Katherine) Keane is an attorney with over 40 years of professional and business experience in the areas of healthcare, employee benefits and corporate law. Most recently she was Senior Vice President and General Counsel of an employee benefits start-up company in Connecticut. She moved to southwest Florida fourteen years ago, and has since been involved in a number of local nonprofits. She was most recently President of Greater Naples Leadership, an organization that trains volunteers and facilitates charitable volunteering in Collier County.
Todd Lyon
NCH Healthcare System
Joe Paul
Publix Super Markets
Joe Paul began his Publix career in 2000 at 14 years old, starting as a bagger and working his way up to Store Manager. With experience in stores from North Fort Myers to South Naples, he has also served as Customer Service Manager and Grocery Manager. For nearly 20 years, Joe has been deeply involved with United Way, now serving as Chair of the Philanthropy Committee while coordinating Publix’s community service events and annual associate donation campaign in Collier County. He has also led large-scale volunteer efforts for organizations like March of Dimes, Walk for Wishes, Boys & Girls Club, and Habitat for Humanity. A North Fort Myers native, proud Florida Gators fan, and father of three, Joe is passionate about giving back, believing that small acts of kindness can help people get the break they deserve.
Janet Pogar
Florida Blue
Janet Pogar is Florida Blue’s Market Leader for Southwest Florida, overseeing operations across multiple counties. She leads local strategy, coordinating sales, analytics, provider networks, care management, and community relations for the state’s largest insurer. Previously, she served as Regional Vice President for Carelon Behavioral Health and Anthem, managing behavioral health integration and overseeing $4 billion in healthcare services. With extensive experience in network contracting, value-based care, and team leadership, she is dedicated to improving healthcare access. Pogar is actively involved in the community, serving on the Naples Chamber board and supporting several organizations. She also serves as Chair of Women United.
Alex Siedow
Merrill Lynch
Alex’s career in the financial industry began in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after graduating from the University of Minnesota. As a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ practitioner, Alex is dedicated to his clients, providing them with personalized and comprehensive financial guidance. He now resides in Naples, Florida, with his wife Kaylie and their two daughters, Addison and Josie. Outside of work, Alex enjoys cooking, fishing, traveling, and spending quality time with his family. Committed to the Merrill tradition of community involvement, Alex actively volunteers with local organizations, including UWCK as well as Harry Chapin Food Bank. His passion for service aligns with his dedication to enhancing the communities he serves.
John Slavik
Fifth Third Bank
With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, John Slavik has built a distinguished career marked by strategic leadership and a commitment to excellence. As the driving force behind the Southeast expansion growth for Fifth Third, John oversees more than 350 locations across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Alabama. John's leadership has been instrumental in driving P&L and revenue growth, enhancing employee and customer engagement, and recruiting top talent. Beyond his professional achievements, John is a proud father, husband, and an active member of his community. He is deeply invested in initiatives that support community development and engagement. John’s leadership is characterized by a strategic vision, a passion for developing talent, and a relentless drive for success. His contributions continue to shape the future of financial services in the Southeast region.
Sam Steele
Monroe County Tax Collector
Karen L. Woodbridge
Community Volunteer
