Jeffrey Birnbach is a senior partner and the managing director of Sylint, a nationally acclaimed leader in digital data forensics, intelligence and cyber risk reduction. A licensed investigator, he’s recognized as an expert in cyber extortion, incident response and investigations. Previously he served as an officer and director of several software and emerging technology companies, as well as president of Sarasota Bay Watch; a director of the Sarasota Youth Sailing Program; and, as a director and Commodore of the Sarasota Yacht Club. In addition to his role at SPF, he is currently a member of the board of directors of the Pines of Sarasota, a 240-bed assisted living facility.
Areaka Jewell is an accreditation consultant to law enforcement agencies throughout the U.S. She began her career in law enforcement with the Key West Police Department in 2002, where she served in uniformed patrol, special operations, the training unit, accreditation and information services. Areaka retired as a lieutenant in 2018 and then moved her family to Sarasota to start a second career. Additionally, Areaka has over 20 years of volunteer service and community support, including nine years as the President of the Key West Police Department Love Fund.
Sean is retired from the Sarasota County Fire Department where he worked as a Firefighter/Paramedic for 20 years. During his career with the FD, Sean was a member of the Special Operations Team assigned to a FEMA Disaster Medical Response Team and a Field Training Officer in addition to being an elected board member for the Sarasota Fire Benevolent Fund. Also during his career, he was a sworn Law Enforcement Officer embedded with the Sarasota Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics Team as an Operator/ Tactical Medic. Sean brings firsthand knowledge and experience to the Sarasota Police Foundation and is committed to assisting the officers of the Sarasota Police Department.
Libby Soderberg is an Electrical Engineer and former defense contractor whose work focused on artificial intelligence and facial identification. She has extensive international experience living and traveling in multicultural milieus, particularly in Latin America, Europe, Middle East and Africa. In addition, Libby has more than 25 years of experience leading and serving non-profit organizations. Having been raised in a military family, she has a particular appreciation for the professionalism, dedication and commitment of the men and women who serve our country and our local communities.
Andrea Capek is a Sarasota real estate agent with over 22 years of experience. A multi-million dollar producer, she’s currently associated with Exit King Realty. Andrea is also deeply committed to making a positive impact in her community. In addition to her philanthropic work, Andrea actively engages in non-profit endeavors. She serves as the community engagement and grants co-chair for Donors of Distinction, a distinguished role she held throughout 2022 and 2023. Furthermore, in 2022, Andrea took on the position of Community Outreach committee chair for The Real Estate Association of Sarasota and Manatee where she was also granted Humanitarian of the Year for 2022.
Peter earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Hofstra University and began a career with the New York Police Department, rising through the ranks from patrol officer in Brooklyn and finishing his career as an Inspector and Executive Officer in the Office of the First Deputy Commissioner. He witnessed the millennium New Years’ Eve celebration from horseback in Times Square. He was at Ground Zero as a first responder when the second plane struck the South Tower on 9/11. Upon retirement from NYPD, he was appointed Chief of Police of the Sarasota Police Department in November 2002. He earned a Masters’ Degree from the University of South Florida and started with Edward Jones Investments in 2011 and holds the CFP® designation. He also sits on the Boards of Sarasota County Sheriff’s Charitable Foundation, The Pines of Sarasota, the Tiger Bay Club and the Sheriff’s Activities League. He has been a Downtown Kiwanis Club member since 2003 and is a Past Board Chair at First Step of Sarasota.