Men's Breakfast Biographies
Jeff Kottkamp, Lieutenant Governor
During Jeff’s years in public office he has encountered many interesting situations. However, it is in the midst of his personal struggle, he learned valuable lessons about the value of friends and family. He learned that faith can overcome any obstacle. Above all, he learned that –when facing the fight of your life –make room in your corner for a devoted wife.
Like many people in Florida, Jeff Kottkamp was born somewhere else -- in the Midwest. As a young boy in Indiana he was inspired by stories of Abraham Lincoln, who grew up only a short distance from Jeff's hometown. Jeff and his family later moved to Cape Coral in Southwest Florida in 1977.
Jeff got his first view of Florida's State Capitol when he served as a Boy's State Delegate representing North Fort Myers High School. After graduating from high school Jeff earned an Associate of Arts Degree from Edison College, where he was active in Student Government.
Jeff then attended Florida State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Political Science. Thereafter, Jeff attended the University of Florida, College of Law where he received a Juris Doctor degree in 1987.
In 2000, was elected to the Florida House of Representatives representing District 74 which includes Cape Coral, Sanibel, Captiva, Pine Island and parts of Fort Myers and Boca Grande. Jeff was re-elected by a landslide in 2002, and was re-elected without opposition in 2004.
In September of 2006 Jeff was selected the Republican nominee for Lieutenant Governor and was elected in November of 2006. Jeff was sworn in as Florida's 17th Lieutenant Governor in January of 2007.
As Lieutenant Governor Jeff serves as Chairman of Florida's Children's Cabinet, Chairman of Space Florida, Chairman of the Florida Sports Foundation and oversees the the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles as well as the Office of Drug Control.
Jeff's wife Cyndie is a fourth generation Floridian. Jeff and Cyndie have one child, a son named Jackson. They worship at St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Tallahassee.
Jeff got his first view of Florida's State Capitol when he served as a Boy's State Delegate representing North Fort Myers High School. After graduating from high school Jeff earned an Associate of Arts Degree from Edison College, where he was active in Student Government.
Jeff then attended Florida State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Political Science. Thereafter, Jeff attended the University of Florida, College of Law where he received a Juris Doctor degree in 1987.
In 2000, was elected to the Florida House of Representatives representing District 74 which includes Cape Coral, Sanibel, Captiva, Pine Island and parts of Fort Myers and Boca Grande. Jeff was re-elected by a landslide in 2002, and was re-elected without opposition in 2004.
In September of 2006 Jeff was selected the Republican nominee for Lieutenant Governor and was elected in November of 2006. Jeff was sworn in as Florida's 17th Lieutenant Governor in January of 2007.
As Lieutenant Governor Jeff serves as Chairman of Florida's Children's Cabinet, Chairman of Space Florida, Chairman of the Florida Sports Foundation and oversees the the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles as well as the Office of Drug Control.
Jeff's wife Cyndie is a fourth generation Floridian. Jeff and Cyndie have one child, a son named Jackson. They worship at St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Tallahassee.
Dean Inserra, Senior Pastor
“People’s perception of Christians just needs to be changed!” Declares Dean. So he is committed to telling College Students, young professionals, and the under 35 who are unchurched exactly who Jesus is! He wants no double apology, no excuses and allows no disclaimers. That way Dean is delivering a message that is reaching those he calls the Next Generation Christians!
The Well’s Mission: The Well is a church that is committed to connecting with the unchurched community of Tallahassee. While the culture of Tallahassee is always changing, we believe that the message of Jesus Christ is as relevant today as it was 2,000 years ago. The Well is a church that will speak an everlasting truth in an ever-changing culture.
The Well’s Website: http://www.thewelltallahassee.com/index.html
Dean has a degree in Biblical Studies from Liberty University and also attended Southern Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Dean has served as a Youth Minister in Tallahassee and regularly speaks at campus organizations at Florida State University.
Dean married his wife Krissie in December 0f 2003. Krissie is from Ft. Lauderdale and a graduate of Florida State. Their first son, Tommy, was born in August of 2006, and their second son, Ty, was born in May of 2010.
Paul Malley, President, Aging with Dignity
“As end of life decision are being made there are sometimes joy, laughter and sorrow,” Says Paul. “But the beautiful part about address these issues is using the Five Wishes program. It’s just easy to understand questions and simple talking to get the answers.” “It gets everyone’s wants and don’t wants on paper,” explains Paul.
Aging with Dignity is a national non-profit organization with a mission to affirm and safeguard the human dignity of individuals as they age and to promote better care for those near the end of life. The life and work of Mother Teresa of Calcutta served as the inspirational foundation of Aging with Dignity.
Aging with Dignity founder Jim Towey served as Mother Teresa's friend and legal counsel for 12 years and was a full-time volunteer in her home for people with AIDS. Her tender care and concern for all a person’s needs – medical, emotional and spiritual – served as the inspiration for Five Wishes, America’s most popular living will.
Aging with Dignity introduced Five Wishes in Florida in 1997, and a year later, to the nation. Dubbed “the living will with a heart and soul,” Five Wishes today meets the legal requirements in 42 states and has helped literally millions of people plan for and receive the kind of care they want. Five Wishes is unique among all other advance directives and living wills because it is user-friendly and easy to complete. The document is available in 26 languages and in Braille.
Aging with Dignity President Paul Malley succeeded founder Jim Towey and today directs its many activities. AWD Believes: Aging with Dignity accomplishes its mission through its resources, action and advocacy.
The Aging with Dignity’s Website: http://www.agingwithdignity.org/
Paul Malley holds a Master of Arts degree in Communications from Florida State University. He joined Aging with Dignity in 1998 and was named its President in 2002. He and his wife, Almira, live in Tallahassee, Florida and have four children.