Be Strong International's Board of Directors

Be Strong International’s Board of Directors consists of 8 members dedicated to overseeing one of South Florida’s rising nonprofit organizations. Members are working professionals and retired professionals ranging in industries within public service, law, nonprofit management, business, healthcare, and communications. Their combined expertise has allowed Be Strong to have  even greater impact on the community, clients, and staff.

As a dynamic group with various talents, the overall goal as a Board is to ensure that Be Strong is in position for continual success. In addition, The Board takes into consideration the best interest of the organization and communities they serve as volunteers and donors that are dedicated to putting resources together to make the vision and plan of the organization a reality. The Board is in a constant state of growth and welcomes those who share a common interest in Be Strong International and would like to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, individuals and families. For questions about the Board, contact us at 305-969-7829, ext. 100.

Board of Directors

Lisa Green
Lisa Greer

Retired Banker / SouthState Bank
President of the Board

Emily Arcia
Emily Arcia

Vice President | TD Bank
Vice President of the Board

David Cox
David Cox

Retired Publix Manager​
Treasurer

Laura Botero
Laura Botero

Managing Director, BTZL Partners
Member

Chad Delk
Chad Delk

Executive Director | J.P. Morgan Private Bank
Member

Yoel Gutierrez
Yoel Gutierrez

Owner | Mosquito Joe of South Miami
Member

Doug Skoke
Doug Skoke

Senior Vice President of Business Development, Benjamin Douglas
Member

Mayra Vivacqua
Mayra Vivacqua

Senior Vice President of Digital Consumer Solutions, Mastercard Latin America
Member

Ways To Give

At Be Strong International, we’ve made a difference in the lives of more than 240,000 kids and their families – ​and with your support, we hope to continue connecting with our community.

Donate
Volunteer
Donate
Volunteer
Sponsor an Event
Youth After School Club

Recurring Monthly Donation Authorization

By selecting the recurring donation option, you authorize Be Strong International (BSI) to charge the payment method provided on a recurring monthly basis for the donation amount specified. Charges will occur on or around the same date each month, beginning on the date ofthe first transaction.

You may cancel or modify your recurring donation at any time by contacting us at bestrongintl.org/contact-us. All transactions are securely processed, and your information is handled with the utmost care in accordance with our privacy policy.

Thank you for supporting Be Strong International’s mission to empower and strengthen individuals and families.

Third-Party Payment Processing Fees

When making a donation through our website, a small portion of your contribution goes toward third-party processing fees charged by Stripe. These fees help facilitate secure transactions and ensure your donation is processed safely and efficiently.

Standard Stripe Fees:

Online Transactions: For domestic cards, Stripe charges 2.9% plus $0.30 per successful transaction.
+ 0.5% for manually entered cards
+ 1.5% for international cards
+ 1% if currency conversion is required
ACH Direct Debit: Stripe charges 0.8% per transaction, capped at a maximum fee of $5.00.

To help cover these costs and ensure 100% of your intended donation supports our mission, you have the option to include these fees in your total donation amount. Thank you for your generosity and support!