Venice Area Beautification, Inc. 
a 501(c)3 non-profit organization

257 N. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285
Old Chamber Building under the Hatchett Creek Bridge
941-207-8224 (207-VABI) / 941-207-8225 fax

 

  

 Board of Directors 2009/2010

PRESIDENT - Jean Trammell, President, The Venice Company
Ms. Trammell previously served on VABI's board for a number of years in the organization's early evolution. After taking a break, she's back lending her expertise and energy to VABI. She also sits on the boards of The Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice, The Venice Little Theatre, and the City of Venice Historic Preservation. She also finds time to serve as VP of the Sarasota County Arts Council, President of Venice Main Street, and a multitude of other local interests.

 
PAST-PRESIDENT  - Don Hay - Wells Fargo Advisors
Mr. Hay has been a Financial Advisor in the Venice area since 1981. He currently sits on the Board of The Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice, is Past President of the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce and a graduate of the "Leadership Sarasota Class of "98". Don serves as an advisor to the School Board of Sarasota County and is an active participant in the Junior Achievement Program. With a background as a Dale Carnegie Instructor, he is recognized as a local Public Speaker and Master of Ceremonies.

VICE PRESIDENT - Ernie Skinner, Retired
Mr. Skinner is a Past Commodore of the Venice Yacht Club and sits on the boards of the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce, the Venice Art Center, and is Chairman of the Finance and Investment Committee for the Catholic Diocese of Venice. Additionally, he is an active member of the Sertoma Club of Venice.

  
TREASURER- Nicole Schubiger, TIB Bank
Ms. Schubiger in August marks her six year anniversary w/ Riverside Bank~ and twelve years of banking experience.  She's been involved with the Venice WCR, Laurel Civic Association, American Cancer Society, Chamber of Commerce, and several elementary, middle and high school activities.   Her free time is spent with her husband, dog, parents and in-laws camping, traveling, going out to dinner and just spending time together.
Marty Black, AICP, ICMA-CM, Kimley-Horn
With more than 25 years of public and private sector experience, Marty's expertise is in local, state and federal governmental affairs, community development, comprehensive and urban planning, facilitation and leadership training, strategic planning and visioning, and redevelopment.  Marty also servies as an advisor to the State Recreational Trails Program and brings a wealth of knowledge to the VABI Board.
 

Peggy Davidson, Consultant
Ms. Davidson is involved in the community through our organization and as a board member of Junior Achievement, Associate Member, and committees participant for the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce. She is also a member of the Sertoma Club of Venice and a graduate of Leadership Sarasota County, Class of 2001.

 

Sharon Davis, Accurate Consulting & Marketing Enterprises
Ms. Davis holds multiple degrees and certificates including a degree in Art/Graphic Design, a teaching certificate and a business degree from the University of California. She brings to the board vast marketing experience and a passion for parks. 

 

Russell Johnson, Retired
Mr. Johnson during his working career spent time in both the Chicago area and Harrisonburg, VA. He's a graduate of Duke University and served in the Marine Corps Reserve. Russ' volunteer efforts include our Board, the Pepper Patrol, Friends of Carlton Reserve and the Lemon Bay Playhouse. Most recently he's tackling the task of building a house here in Venice.

Marie Rust, Retired
Ms. Rust brings to the Board over 20 years experience in parks, recreation, historic preservation and tourism with a majority of the time spent with the National Park Service as a regional director.  Marie holds a BA in Political Science from Marymount Manhattan College, an MA in Public Administration from Columbia University and a JD from the New England School of Law.

Greg Vine, Sunacre Corp.
Mr. Vine has been a private real estate investor in Venice for over twenty years. He also has been very active in the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce and was General Chairman of the 20/20 Visions of Venice that was the early seed of Venice Area Beautification, Inc.  He is a member of Toastmasters and is an award-winning speaker. He has been involved in the concepts of sustainable and environmentally friendly development options.