Corey Jones brings 19 years of banking experience and currently serves at Climate First Bank, a mission-driven institution focused on sustainable finance. He specializes in supporting business owners with a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship and community resilience, consistently exceeding sales goals through trusted client relationships.

He holds an MBA and BA in Finance from the University of North Florida and is a graduate of the Florida School of Banking. As an adjunct professor at UNF, Corey mentors students and helps connect them with career opportunities.

A Jacksonville native, Corey enjoys Jaguars football, AEW wrestling, and reading—his favorite book is Moneyball. He lives with his wife Katrina and their two daughters, Amelia and Ava.

Kassidy Kinkel is a Principal Product Manager at Orion Advisor Solutions, where they lead the development of innovative tools for financial advisors. With a background in finance and a passion for sustainability, Kassidy brings strategic insight to both product development and community impact.

Since April 2024, Kassidy has served on the board of the North Florida Green Chamber and became Vice Chair in early 2025. They hold a Finance degree from the University of North Florida, certifications from Terra.Do, and are an FSA Level II candidate with the IFRS Foundation.

An avid surfer and traveler, Kassidy enjoys time outdoors with their partner Kyle and their two dogs, Finnegan and Coconut.

Mallory Mizic is a Tax Senior at BDO USA, where she supports a range of clients from local businesses to large partnership groups. A UNF graduate with a degree in Accountancy, she began her career at BDO in 2018 and has since built expertise across diverse industries.

Originally from the Florida Panhandle, Mallory moved to Jacksonville in 2014. Her passion for sustainability led her to the North Florida Green Chamber, where she’s committed to helping businesses achieve their environmental goals.

Outside of work, Mallory enjoys creative projects like stained glass and furniture building, and spending time with her wife, their cat Lemon, and two dogs, Ronin and Salem.

Gina Schell is the founder of Ecochic Shades, a sustainable eyewear brand crafting handcrafted bamboo sunglasses with a focus on quality and waste reduction. A member of 1% for the Planet and the North Florida Green Chamber, Gina is committed to ethical, environmentally responsible business practices.

She brings over a decade of experience working with C-level leaders and boards in international nonprofits, with a focus on climate action, global health, and human rights. Her strengths in board governance, strategic communications, and partnership development make her a valuable asset to the Green Chamber.

Gina holds a Master’s from the University of London and a BA in International Relations. She is a certified Nonprofit Board Director and currently serves on the Investment Advisory Board for the St. Augustine Art Association.

Alyssa Schneider, a marketing student with a passion for bringing brands to life through creative content and social media strategy. Her love for storytelling and brand awareness shines through in her work, from leading social media initiatives for student organizations to executing marketing strategies that boost visibility and audience interaction. Currently, Alyssa is a PR intern at Climate First Bank, a financial institution committed to sustainable banking and green initiatives. She also plays an active role in student leadership at the University of North Florida, serving on the executive board of multiple organizations and contributing to their marketing and outreach efforts.

Beyond her academic and professional experience, Alyssa is a passionate photographer with a keen eye for capturing compelling visuals. With a strong commitment to making a positive impact in both marketing and advocacy, she strives to use her skills to drive meaningful change.

Amelia Amarrador, a junior at the University of North Florida pursuing her B.B.A in Marketing and serves as the Assistant Manager of the local and family-owned Juice Tap. She is currently part of the Membership Committee, where she combines her past experience as Outreach Coordinator for Intune Magazine and Public Relations intern at Climate First Bank, as well as her deep dedication to her hometown of Jacksonville.

She is passionate about environmental conservation and is committed to eco-friendly practices such as secondhand purchasing, limiting waste both at home and work, and reducing her own carbon footprint. She strives to encourage her own community to commit to such practices at both small and large scales.

Following the completion of her Marketing degree, she hopes to grow as a leader in local outreach and establish a net-negative organization. While not studying or working, Amelia enjoys learning new recipes, traveling, and watching Jeopardy.

Dr. Simmie Raiford currently serves as the Executive Director of the Schultz Center for Teaching and Leadership. She has over 35 years’ experience as an educator at the elementary school, district, and state level. Leadership experience includes work as a principal of a gifted magnet elementary school, and district director of staff development. In addition, for three years, served as a district-level instructional coach for first-year teachers.

State level experience includes working as an educational policy analyst for the Florida Legislature. Dr. Raiford moved into private sector educational consulting in 2005, working as an organizational performance auditor and educational suitability assessor for facilities master planning. Since 2010, her work has centered on supporting transformation efforts in schools threatened by state takeover. The focus of that work was on coaching new principals and teachers around key elements of school transformation, namely, instructional effectiveness, collaborative planning, data-driven decision-making, parent and community involvement, conducting classroom observations and providing feedback, designing formative assessments, and curriculum alignment. She has served as in her current role since 2018.