Kym Wallace-Maye, Chair
Kym Wallace- Maye native of Jacksonville, FL mission is to Feed, Lead, Build and Educate. She obtained her AA degree at Florida State College of Jacksonville and a certificate in Project Management at University of Phoenix. Kym Wallace - Maye has been an advocate of her community for over 20 years servicing those in need. Her focus has been food sustainability, sustainable farming/gardening and clean water. Through her organic connection with the community, she has volunteered at multiple farms in addition to having a home garden, chickens and ducks. Her goal is to provide sustainability and resources to the community and surrounding areas.
Term 2023-2025
Kym Wallace- Maye native of Jacksonville, FL mission is to Feed, Lead, Build and Educate. She obtained her AA degree at Florida State College of Jacksonville and a certificate in Project Management at University of Phoenix. Kym Wallace - Maye has been an advocate of her community for over 20 years servicing those in need. Her focus has been food sustainability, sustainable farming/gardening and clean water. Through her organic connection with the community, she has volunteered at multiple farms in addition to having a home garden, chickens and ducks. Her goal is to provide sustainability and resources to the community and surrounding areas.
Term 2023-2025
Roy Buncome, Vice Chair
Roy is a Senior Strategy and Business Development professional with 20+ years of diverse experience across diverse markets, specializing in new market entry, analyzing business growth acceleration and opportunities, business and selling strategies, and building collaborative relationships and strategic partnerships which positively impact P&L. He is a leader in developing and executing highly relevant marketing campaigns that drive business growth.
Term 2024-2027
Roy is a Senior Strategy and Business Development professional with 20+ years of diverse experience across diverse markets, specializing in new market entry, analyzing business growth acceleration and opportunities, business and selling strategies, and building collaborative relationships and strategic partnerships which positively impact P&L. He is a leader in developing and executing highly relevant marketing campaigns that drive business growth.
Term 2024-2027
Eugene "Trey" Ford III, Treasurer
Eugene "Trey" Ford III, is a graduate of Paxon School for Advanced Studies with a Bachelor’s of Science in Agricultural Operations Management with a focus in Construction Planning from the University of Florida. Trey moved back to Jacksonville in August of 2019 and saw massive growth coupled with immeasurable opportunity and immediately put his hands to the plow to improve the city, choosing “story telling” through film as a way to educate, equip, and empower Jacksonville toward a renaissance that would see it eclipse perennial contenders in “best places to live” articles as the most technologically advanced, sustainably run, yet culturally unique and exciting cities in the entire world.
This is the Jacksonville Renaissance! Power to the People! Grow Your Own Food! #FoodSoverignty
Term 2023-2027
Eugene "Trey" Ford III, is a graduate of Paxon School for Advanced Studies with a Bachelor’s of Science in Agricultural Operations Management with a focus in Construction Planning from the University of Florida. Trey moved back to Jacksonville in August of 2019 and saw massive growth coupled with immeasurable opportunity and immediately put his hands to the plow to improve the city, choosing “story telling” through film as a way to educate, equip, and empower Jacksonville toward a renaissance that would see it eclipse perennial contenders in “best places to live” articles as the most technologically advanced, sustainably run, yet culturally unique and exciting cities in the entire world.
This is the Jacksonville Renaissance! Power to the People! Grow Your Own Food! #FoodSoverignty
Term 2023-2027
Kenya Miller, Secretary
Kenya Miller is a St. Louis, MO native whose roots run deep in Horticulture. Know. For her love of plants and enthusiastic approach to educate her community on the benefits of sustainable farming, she has spent countless hours working with local farmers to educate herself on best farming practices. Kenya believes that the two greatest forms of freedom are having the skill/ability to grow your own food supply, as well as taking control of your mental, emotional and physical health. “Farming has freed me in all three aspects like never before and I intend to pass this knowledge on to the youth through media channels that speak to them specifically. The youth will be the Game Changers and Playmakers of the future and I’m to be a mentor for them while they champion this cause. Term 2024-2027 |
Sel Buyuksarc, Historian
Sel an educator and community leader in Jacksonville, Florida, holding multiple certificates and degrees. His educational journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Middle East Technical University in Ankara, Turkey, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration from the Philippines. In 2002, Sel relocated to Jacksonville, where he co-founded the first River City Science Academy (RCSA), a STEM-focused public charter school. Since then, FCSA has expanded to six locations, serving over 4,500 students. As Chief of Public Affairs and Community Engagement, he oversees operations, emphasizing diversity and a well-rounded education. Sel is deeply involved in community organizations like the Rotary Club and Lifework Leadership Class of 2022. During Ramadan, and hosts Friendship & Gratitude dinners, fostering unity and dialogue. Sel's commitment to education, diversity, and community empowerment propels me to create a brighter future for Jacksonville's children.
Term 2024-2027
Sel an educator and community leader in Jacksonville, Florida, holding multiple certificates and degrees. His educational journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Middle East Technical University in Ankara, Turkey, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration from the Philippines. In 2002, Sel relocated to Jacksonville, where he co-founded the first River City Science Academy (RCSA), a STEM-focused public charter school. Since then, FCSA has expanded to six locations, serving over 4,500 students. As Chief of Public Affairs and Community Engagement, he oversees operations, emphasizing diversity and a well-rounded education. Sel is deeply involved in community organizations like the Rotary Club and Lifework Leadership Class of 2022. During Ramadan, and hosts Friendship & Gratitude dinners, fostering unity and dialogue. Sel's commitment to education, diversity, and community empowerment propels me to create a brighter future for Jacksonville's children.
Term 2024-2027
Staff
Carly Smith, District Aide
Carly Smith is a current junior at the University of North Florida with majors in English and Environmental Studies, with a minor in Political Science. She is very involved on campus, being a proud member of the Hicks Honors College, vice president of Swoop Law, and a member of Kappa Alpha Omicron (an honors society associated with the Interdisciplinary Environmental Association). Most importantly, she graduated from the Environmental Leadership Program coordinated by the Institute of Environmental Research and Education at the University of North Florida. This program is how she came to be connected with the Duval Soil and Water Conservation District, and she is excited to serve the board in any way she can to better Duval County and the surrounding area. Growing up on a farm in Phenix City, AL, she has long since cared about environmental conservation and hopes to go into environmental law or politics one day.
Carly Smith is a current junior at the University of North Florida with majors in English and Environmental Studies, with a minor in Political Science. She is very involved on campus, being a proud member of the Hicks Honors College, vice president of Swoop Law, and a member of Kappa Alpha Omicron (an honors society associated with the Interdisciplinary Environmental Association). Most importantly, she graduated from the Environmental Leadership Program coordinated by the Institute of Environmental Research and Education at the University of North Florida. This program is how she came to be connected with the Duval Soil and Water Conservation District, and she is excited to serve the board in any way she can to better Duval County and the surrounding area. Growing up on a farm in Phenix City, AL, she has long since cared about environmental conservation and hopes to go into environmental law or politics one day.