About the FGCU Academy

John is the Director of The FGCU Academy. He is a Columbia University graduate and former Wall Street merchant banker.

Rose is an Administrative Specialist at The FGCU Academy in Naples. Rose is a graduate of Central Connecticut State University where she received her BS degree in Marketing. She also has an AS degree in Respiratory Therapy.  Rose is a past member of PPAI (Promotional Products Association International) and is CAS certified.  (Certified Advertising Specialist).

Rose is a Recipient of the Community Service Award 2010 Nominee for her years of service and dedication to the community of Granby, CT.  Rose is the past VP of the Granby Chamber of Commerce, Granby, CT, and she is the past President of the CT Chapter of the American Marketing Association.

Rose developed a non-profit organization (raising $100K annually) to support the development of a high school football program in her hometown. That program is now entering its 12^th season.

Rose comes to us from Granby, CT where she resided for the last 35 years with her husband Bill and where she raised her 4 children. Rose is an excellent addition to our team here at FGCU and The FGCU Academy.