City names new Economic Development Director

Kissimmee, FL – The City of Kissimmee has announced the selection of Tom Tomerlin as the new Director of Economic Development. City Manager Mike Steigerwald appointed Tomerlin to serve as a liaison between the City and the businesses in the area after competing against applicants from across the nation.

es una ciudad completa. Podemos verlo en nuestro centro histórico activo y en los motores económicos que he mencionado antes. Creo que el resto de Florida se dará cuenta de la historia de Kissimmee porque vamos a ver cómo ocurren aquí muchas cosas nuevas y emocionantes,” añadió Tomerlin.

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“I am thrilled to have Tom lead Kissimmee through a period of commercial growth post-pandemic recovery,” said City Manager Mike Steigerwald. “His work ethic and positive attitude are a valuable asset and will be instrumental in advancing the City’s economic growth.” Steigerwald believes Tomerlin will play a pivotal role in building on Kissimmee’s strong economic position as a local, national, and international business and visitor hub.

Tomerlin is a seasoned economist with over 20 years of experience in a variety of fields including economic development, real estate, and land use decision making. Tomerlin is the former Economic Director for the City of Sanford, making him familiar with the area. He is also a native of Central Florida. Tom earned his PhD in applied economics from the University of Florida and his Master’s degree also in applied e conomics from Clemson University in South Carolina.

“I look forward to serving the City of Kissimmee. The City has many economic engines, and most exciting is the potential for all of them to grow,” Tomerlin said. “For example, our two redevelopment districts, the Medical Arts District, and Airport are all positioned for new quality growth. Of special note, the Airport offers exceptional opportunity for new growth given the amount of developable land that can gain access onto the airfield.”

Tomerlin is looking forward to cultivating business recruitment, property development and promoting tourism. His goal is to set forth strategic plans and help foster, protect and promote thriving local economies. He wants to persuade new businesses to move into Kissimmee and to encourage existing businesses to grow.

Although Tomerlin recently started his new role, he offers what he believes is a good first message regarding Kissimmee, “Kissimmee is a complete city. We can see that in our active historic downtown, and in the economic engines I mentioned earlier. I believe the rest of Florida will become aware of Kissimmee’s story because we are going to see a lot of exciting new things happen here,” Tomerlin added.

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Durante el corte de cinta del nuevo centro vemos a Santiago junto a sus abuelos Maritza y Carlos, quienes inspirados en él y sus necesidades especiales, abrieron el primer centro de modificación de conducta desde donde se han tocado de manera positive la vida de cientos de niños con autismo.

Kissimmee, FL - El pasado 11 de mayo de 2023 en veinticuatro años de arduo trabajo de Latino Leadership han dado como resultado el desarrollo de un "continuo servicios" que atiende a familias en apuros con niños en el espectro del autismo. Santiago & Friends, una parte esencial de la operación y un proveedor líder de servicios de terapia basados en la evidencia para niños con desafíos de desarrollo y comportamiento, se enorgullece en anunciar la gran apertura de su más reciente centro de terapia de Análisis de Comportamiento Aplicado. La ceremonia de corte de cinta se llevó a cabo a las 5:15 pm el pasado jueves, 11 de mayo 2023 en 319 W. Oak St. Kissimmee, FL 34741

Santiago & Friends abrió su primer centro de autismo en 2015 y actualmente opera en Orlando y Titusville. El nuevo centro en Kissimmee será el tercer centro de Santiago & Friends, con una cuarta apertura en Sanford para este Verano, sirviendo a un total de cuatro condados, incluyendo Seminole, Orange, Brevard y Osceola.

"Estamos encantados de llevar nuestros servicios cultural y lingüísticamente inclusivos a la comunidad de Kissimmee", dijo Marucci Guzmán, directora ejecutiva de Latino Leadership. "Nuestro objetivo es proporcionar servicios de terapia individualizados que se adapten a las necesidades únicas de cada niño y apoyar a sus familias con servicios integrales", añadió la Sra. Guzmán.

El nuevo centro ofrecerá servicios individualizados a través de terapia de Análisis Aplicado del Comportamiento (ABA por sus en siglas en inglés) para padres y formación académica. Los terapeutas del centro están altamente capacitados y tienen experiencia en el trabajo con niños con autismo y otras discapacidades del desarrollo.

"Nos comprometemos a ofrecer la máxima calidad de atención a nuestros clientes, al ofrecer servicios de terapia y educación cultural y lingüísticamente inclusivos, nuestro objetivo es crear un entorno en el que todos los niños y sus familias se sientan apoyados y valorados", expresó Marytza Sanz, Fundadora, Presidenta y Directora Ejecutiva de Latino Leadership.

Para más información sobre Santiago & Friends y sus servicios, visite www. santiagoandfriends.com o llame al (407) 895-0801 o para más información, póngase en contacto con:

Marucci Guzmán, Directora Ejecutiva Latino Leadership, Inc 407-968-0062 marucci@latino-leadership.org

Grand opening of a new culturally and linguistically inclusive applied behavior therapy center

Kissimmee, FL - May 11, 2023 – Latino Leadership’s twenty-four years of hard work have resulted in the development of a “Continuum of Services” that serves struggling families with children in the autism spectrum. Santiago & Friends, an essential part of the operation and a leading provider of evidence-based therapy services for children with developmental and behavioral challenges, is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest Applied Behavior Analysis therapy center. The ribbon cutting ceremony is going to be held at 5:15pm today Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 319 W. Oak St. Kissimmee, FL 34741

Santiago & Friends opened its first autism center in 2015 and currently operates in Orlando and Titusville. The new center in Kissimmee will be the third Santiago & Friends center, with a fourth opening in Sanford by this Summer, serving a total of four counties, including Seminole, Orange, Brevard, and Osceola.

"We are thrilled to bring our culturally and linguistically inclusive services to the Kissimmee community," said Marucci Guzmán, the executive director of Latino Leadership. "Our goal is to provide individualized therapy services that are tailored to each child's unique needs and support their families with wrap-around services." added

Ms. Guzmán

The new center will offer individualized services through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, parent training, and academics. The center's therapists are highly trained and experienced in working with children with autism and other developmental disabilities.

"We are committed to providing the highest quality of care to our clients. By offering culturally and linguistically inclusive therapy and education services, we aim to create an environment where every child and family feels supported and valued." expressed Marytza Sanz, Latino Leadership’s Founder/President & CEO

For more information about Santiago & Friends and its services, visit www.santiagoandfriends.com or call (407) 895-0801 or or for more information, please contact:

Marucci Guzmán, Executive Director Latino Leadership, Inc 407968-0062 marucci@latino-leadership.org