Barbara Bonarrigo is the CEO of CJ Manufacturing based in Ormond Beach, Florida. She has held this position since the company's founding in 2008. As CEO, Barbara is proud to lead a woman-owned small Florida business based in a HubZone. As CJ Manufacturing's CEO, Barbara oversees management and finance of a CNC Milling/ contract manufacturer supporting America's defense industry.

In 2020, Barbara was named Woman of the Year in Manufacturing by Volusia County's Manufacturing Association. In 2023, Barbara was re-appointed as a member of the Board of Adjustments and Appeals, Human Resources Board and appointed as member of the Leisure Services Advisory Board for Volusia County. Most recently, Barbara was appointed by Governor DeSantis to advise Florida's SBDC.

Barbara is a proud product of the American Dream. She received her Bachelor in Business Administration in Kaiserslautern Germany in 1984 and immigrated to America in 1989 to marry her best friend and business partner, Tom Bonarrigo. Together, they have three children and two grandchildren all based around Florida.

Barbara is a powerful force in the workplace and uses her positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage others to work hard and succeed. She is inspired daily by her family and her love of America. In her free time Barbara likes to travel and play tennis.

Lloyd Bowers has been both a civil litigation and estate planning attorney for over forty years. He is a graduate of the University of Virginia, receiving both his undergraduate degree in Theater and his Juris Doctor degree from the School of Law. His original plan had been to be a professional actor, but following the sage advice of his parents to always have a second career to “fall back on,” he chose the law, and began his law practice in 1982 in New Orleans with the law firm of Wiedemann & Fransen, and subsequently with Wiedemann & Wiedemann.

Throughout his career, he has been an advocate for the arts. While in New Orleans, Lloyd was instrumental in creating the Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts project, which provided free legal services to both arts organizations and artists in the New Orleans community, and was named by New Orleans magazine as one of the city’s “People To Watch” for his impact on the arts.

In 1995, he moved to Daytona Beach, Florida, to practice law with his partner, Chris Wickersham, and formed the law firm of Wickersham & Bowers, where he continues to practice in the areas of estate planning, and probate and trust litigation.

In 1998, after meeting Tippen Davidson, who encouraged Lloyd to join the Board of Trustees of Seaside Music Theater (SMT), he served for eight years on the board, both as Chairman and as the board’s leader on the Fund Development Committee. In 2002, he formed the Mystic Krewe of the 12th Night Revelers which holds an annual Mardi Gras Ball which originally supported SMT. After the closing of SMT, the Krewe has continued its annual Mardi Gras Ball which now supports arts education in the Volusia County public schools.

He has served on the Charter Review Commission for the City of Daytona Beach, and in 2012, was appointed by the Mayor as his representative to the Peabody Auditorium Advisory Board. In that same year, he was appointed by Volusia County Council Member Josh Wagner to serve as his representative on the Volusia County Cultural Council, and he continues to serve in both positions.

In 2011, he met with city officials to discuss the need for a separate non-profit organization to support the Peabody Auditorium, and through his leadership and the combined efforts of city and local volunteers, the Peabody Auditorium Foundation, Inc., was formed in 2015 to support both capital improvements and cultural productions at the Peabody. Lloyd served as the organization’s first president and continues to sit on their Board of Directors.

The Peabody Auditorium Foundation developed and sponsored the Centennial Renaissance Campaign, which raised a half a million dollars to support and upgrade this important arts center in celebration of its 100 year anniversary. During the time of COVID, while the auditorium was dark, the foundation entered into an agreement with the Volusia County School Board for the “Youth + Art = Success” program, which annually provides free in-school professional children’s theater productions in the elementary schools, produces two professional children’s theater productions for the public, hosts 400 high school students to attend the Broadway Series at The Peabody, and awards scholarships to high school graduating seniors who plan to enter either the arts or arts education.

In 2025, he was awarded the Tippen Davidson Lifetime Achievement Award by the Volusia County Cultural Alliance for his contribution, impact and leadership in advancing arts and culture in Volusia County.

He and his partner, Chris, are financial contributors to many arts organizations throughout Volusia County, and aside from his law practice, he volunteers his time to local arts organizations, and even occasionally comes out of retirement to “trod the boards” in local theatrical productions with his close friend, Julia Davidson Truilo.

Maria Martinez Trent is the co-owner of Beyer & Brown and Backalley Lanes VRcade - businesses that entertain families through high-quality game room spaces and products. She is also in the process of opening Volusia’s first indoor pickleball entertainment venue. Her professional work is an extension of her passion for building meaningful connections and fostering joy in the lives of others.

Maria currently serves as a Board member of the Cultural Awareness Fund, Public Relations Director for the Hispanic Chamber, True Health Vice Chair, Domestic Abuse Council Board, and NTF Foster Care Advisory Board. Her work extends beyond these roles, as she has also led initiatives alongside COAD coordinating hurricane relief cleanup efforts in times of crisis.

Maria’s actions are guided by her faith and the scripture Matthew 5:16—“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” She is a beacon of hope in her community, embodying generosity and compassion while inspiring others to follow her example.

When Maria isn’t working or volunteering, she treasures time with her husband, Greg Trent, their blended family of six children, and their 6 grandchildren. They are her greatest source of joy and inspiration, grounding her in the values of faith, family, and service.

William Sanchez is a dedicated cultural advocate, entrepreneur, and community leader whose career spans technology, nonprofit development, and civic engagement.

William is running for the Ormond Beach Zone 3 City Commission because serving others has always been at the heart of who he is. More importantly, he sees real challenges within the Ormond Beach City Commission that need to be addressed with fresh perspective and honest leadership.”

As the founder and executive director of Cultural Awareness Fund, Inc., William established the organization to educate and inspire communities through immersive experiences that celebrate global diversity.

His vision is rooted in the belief that art, performance, and storytelling are powerful tools for fostering understanding and critical thinking across cultures.

In 2025, William launched the Ormond Beach International Day Festival, an annual event that brings together music, dance, food, and artisans from around the world to celebrate cultural heritage in a vibrant, community-driven setting. 

The festival has quickly become a cornerstone of cultural exchange in Volusia County and exemplifies the mission of Cultural Awareness Fund by creating space for hands-on artistic engagement and intercultural dialogue.

William has held leadership roles on several influential boards, including serving on the Cultural Council of Volusia County and the Volusia County Business Incubator, where he championed local industries and small business innovation. 

William still volunteers his time at the Volusia County Tech Hub, the evolution of the Volusia County Business Incubator.

He also volunteers with the Volusia County Economic Development Team's Innovation Challenge Task Force, working on ways to support local entrepreneurs and encourage new technologies through the yearly Innovation Challenge competition that brings together entrepreneur and innovators from across the community.

Professionally, William brings decades of experience in technology, founding and leading ventures that provide automation, telecommunications, and managed services to help small and medium-sized businesses grow.

His passion for technology began at the age of 10 and has fueled a lifelong commitment to innovation and opportunity.

As the majority shareholder of Solidus Communications, Inc. (OTC: SLDC),  and Made For Tech, Inc., William understands how entrepreneurship drives jobs, strengthens the local economy, and builds a stronger future for families in our community.

William and his wife, Maria Beatriz Anez, share a blended family of five children who are the heart of their lives. Three are currently in college, each thriving in their chosen studies—a reflection of the family’s shared values of hard work, education, and perseverance. Their journey together is a constant reminder of the importance of family and the strength that comes from supporting one another.

A Freemason and former Cubmaster, William is deeply committed to mentorship and service. He is a lifelong admirer of the arts and a passionate enthusiast of modern classic automobiles—particularly Jaguars, which he sees as a perfect blend of design, heritage, and engineering.

His work consistently reflects his core values: creativity, inclusion, curiosity, and community empowerment.