Meet Our Team

Brad Tucker joined Gold Coast Schools in 2022 and is currently the General Manager. Brad brings an extensive background in Education Technology, Assessment and Certification, having worked with Ascend Learning from 2008-2020 in a variety of positions during an extended period of rapid growth. Brad’s responsibilities over the course of that time included Leadership positions in Sales and Business Development, Marketing, Product Management, M&A Integration, and International. Brad was based in London, U.K. from 2018-2020 and oversaw the digital transformation of one of Ascend Learning’s U.K. based businesses before returning back to the states in March 2020. Most recently Brad served as Chief Operating Officer of NPE Fitness from 2020-2022.

Brad attended Pepperdine University on a baseball scholarship and holds a B.S. degree in Business Administration. He was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies organization and played several seasons of minor league baseball. He also attended and earned his MBA from Arizona State University’s Walter Kronkite School of Business.

Brad is married to his wife of 12 years, April Tucker, and they have three children: Blain, Baylee and Brynn. They also have a family dog Ryder. In his free time, Brad enjoys spending time with his family, watching his kids play sports, traveling, fitness, snowboarding, golf, fishing, hiking, personal development opportunities, reading, and many other outdoor activities.

Chris Clausing is a Certified General Contractor in the State of Florida with over 20 years’ experience in the Construction and Inspection industry. As a Gold Coast Instructor, Chris has helped thousands of students prepare for and pass their certification exams for state licensure. Chris works as a Consultant with The University of Miami – Master of Construction Management Program mentoring future Contractors and Construction Professionals and sits as a Consensus Committee Member for the IECC helping shape the energy codes of the future. As Program and Curriculum Innovation Director, Chris is committed to providing the best learning experience for all Gold Coast students and developing best-in-class industry training programs for lifelong professional development.

Jose A. Velasquez joined Gold Coast Schools in 2004 and is currently the Spanish Real Estate Program Director.  He also teaches the Sales Associate Pre-license, Post-license, CRAM, and professional development workshop courses.  Prior to working at Gold Coast, Jose lived in Peru and worked as an insurance broker.  He attended the University of Lima and achieved a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration.  Jose is passionate about helping students and making sure that Gold Coast’s Spanish real estate program is top notch.  He oversees instructors who share his passion for teaching, and goes above and beyond to help students pass their state licensing exams and start their real estate careers.  When not working, Jose enjoys reading and recently started growing vegetables and fruit trees in his home garden.

Patricia Rogers was appointed the Director of Community Association Management Education for Gold Coast Professional Schools (GCPS) in 2006, after two years as an instructor. Patricia is passionate about developing and enriching our community associations. Her vision is to enhance the standards by which CAMs and CAM firms (CABs) are measured and serve our community associations, expand educational opportunities, and improve ethical standards and behavior.

Patricia served as a Commissioner in the City of Aventura from 1996 through 2003. Patricia received her CAM license in 2002. She was appointed to the Regulatory Council of Community Association Managers (RCCAM) in August 2008, and was elected the Chair of the RCCAM in 2010. She served until Fall 2013.

Patricia graduated Duke University cum laude with a B.S., where she majored in experimental clinical psychology, and minored in English, Mathematics, and Elementary Education. She trained as a Supreme Court certified mediator. She has participated in the National League of Cities Leadership Training Institute, is a graduate of the Florida League of Cities Advanced Institute for Elected Officials and of Leadership Florida. She is also a graduate of The Pacific Institute Investment in Excellence program and the EST and Forum personal development programs. She holds certifications as a Management Productivity Analyst and a Quality Circles Facilitator.

Patricia has been together with husband Paul Libert for 35 years. They have two cats, a tortoiseshell/calico, Dynamuffin, and a blue tuxedo, Blueberry (Muffin) – who sleep with Patricia & Paul nightly. She is an avid reader – enjoying both legislation and suspense fiction – and a committed Miami Heat fan. Go Heat!

Abraham Valencia has been working in adult education since 1994. He started teaching Real Estate in 2004 and joined Gold Coast’s team of Spanish instructors in June of 2015.  He strives for and takes pride in the success of his students.  He is a lifelong learn who is pursuing his DBA and has an extensive training background including:

• Walden University: Pursuing DBA
• Jack Welch Management Institute: MBA
• Strayer University: BS in Criminal Justice
• Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College: AAS Management
• Dale Carnegie Course: How to Win Friends and Influence People
• Everything DISC Profile: Management Profiling
• Public Speaking

When not teaching or studying, Abraham enjoys motorcycling, mountain biking, scuba diving, exercising, and playing tennis.

Adam Narkier is a real estate instructor who joined Gold Coast in 2015 teaching the 63-hour Sales Associate Pre-license and 14-hour Continuing Education courses.  He is a licensed real estate broker, instructor, and previously a mortgage broker.  Adam has spent the better part of his adult life in the real estate industry.  He has been licensed and specializing in residential real estate since 2007 and enjoys working with both buyers and sellers.  In addition, he was in the mortgage and banking industry for nearly 10 years prior to that.

Adam holds a Bachelors Degree in Public Management & Administration from Florida Atlantic University, an Associates of Arts Degree from Palm Beach Community College, is a member of the Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches (RAPB), as well as a member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity International.  He is one of the few true native South Floridians born and raised in Palm Beach County, and has two rescue dogs that he loves dearly.

Allesandro started teaching at Gold Coast in 2016 and has been a Real estate professional since 1994.  He has sold and invested in properties on 2 continents and in 3 different countries. He previously worked in the largest Real Estate Company in Italy, TECNO CASA, and then expanded the business to other countries.

Alessandro’s passion for the business brought him around the world becoming a top agent of a successful firm in Manhattan.  He then opened an investment company in South West Florida as well as in Costa Rica. His love for the business and desire to help others brought him to give back by teaching everything he learned as an investor and coach, driving him to travel all over United States and Costa Rica pursuing his passion for teaching. Now he found his home in the hottest real estate market in America where he continues to work as a foreign investor.  He is currently a successful Real Estate agent for the largest vacation ownership company, and a licensed Instructor for Gold Coast Schools.  His love of learning and his passion for new challenges tells us that he is far from being done yet….

Barb Stone is a Residential Broker Associate and Compliance Coordinator with Keller Williams Heritage Real Estate, LLC. Licensed since 2007 she mentors and coaches agents in residential sales and growing their business as an entrepreneur. She designed and taught a comprehensive, hands-on “survival course” for new agents to fill the existing gaps in learning the business. In 2013 Barb received the Top Mentor Award for Florida from her previous employer, EXIT Realty. She is a Certified Distressed Property Expert CDPE® and Accredited Buyer’s Representative ABR®, as well as REO Specialist designation.

Carlos A Suarez is a second generation Real Estate Agent who first came into the business as an assistant to one of Florida’s largest brokerages right after completing his Bachelor’s degree in business administration from Florida International University. With a strong belief that knowledge is the key to success, Carlos has committed himself to stay ahead of the game when it comes to the industry’s trends and education; which has taken him to participate in multiple real estate expos and workshops not only in the U.S. but in places like Mexico, Argentina and Colombia. As a huge soccer fan Carlos spends most of his free time either playing, watching or coaching soccer.

CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, ABR, AHWD, MRP, PSA, GKC

• Rowen College of Burlington County
• Licensed Real Estate Broker
• Broker/Owner, Legends Realty
• Director, Florida Realtors
• Director, ORRA (Orlando Regional Realtor Association)

Eduardo  joined Gold Coast in 2005 teaching real estate FREC 1, the CRAM review course, and the real estate post-license course.  He has taught more than 5000 students and enjoys participating in their development and career success.  He is a licensed real estate Broker, Instructor, and was previously a Mortgage Broker.  Eduardo also holds a BA in Business Administration and Post Graduate in Marketing and Strategy.  He is a professional businessman and entrepreneur who loves to play Monopoly.

Fred DeFalco Jr has extensive experience with customer relations in buying and selling real estate, property management in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment, experience as a real estate investor, an education in finance and real estate. In his current position as a Real Estate Broker his real estate skills are strengthened as well as his ability to adapt in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment. During his employment he has developed real-world experience that allows him to recognize the importance of continuous learning, creative thinking, and working with others to reach established goals and produce maximum results. Fred currently holds a Florida Real Estate Broker license, a Community Association Manager license and a Real Estate Instructor license. Fred is active in volunteer work and loves spending time with his 2 daughters.

• Brevard Community College
• Licensed Real Estate Broker
• MLO Instructor

• AA, St. Petersburg College
• BA, Florida State University
• Licensed Real Estate Broker

Jose Miguel Arreaza joined Gold Coast Schools in 2012 and serves as a real estate instructor who teaches the Spanish 45-hour Post-license course.  He holds a real estate broker and instructor license, 2-15 insurance license, and previously held a mortgage broker license.  Prior to working at Gold Coast, Jose worked as a Realtor and brings real world experience into the classroom for students to benefit from.  He previously studied law and business administration in Venezuela.  When not teaching, Jose’s hobby is running.

Juan Carlos Velasquez is an excellent real estate instructor  who joined Gold Coast in 2014 and teaches the FREC 1 Sales Associate Pre-license course.  He holds a Real Estate Sales Associate license as well as a 2-20 & 2-15 insurance license.  Prior to joining Gold Coast, Juan Carols worked for an insurance agency.  He holds a Bachelors Degree in Economics from the University of San Luis Gonzaga, Peru.  When not working, he has a passion for art and loves to draw and oil paint.

Lisa Viscaino started as an instructor for Gold Coast in September 2018.  Lisa has been proud to share her vast knowledge and experience with our future Realtors.  She sees it to be a great honor to be a part of a person’s professional growth. Lisa has attained her Certified Residential Specialist designation and is a current member of the Honor Society. In 2019 she has the distinct honor of serving as President of the Women’s Council of Realtors Miami Dade. Throughout all of her professional and personal accomplishments she finds that anything is possible as long as you work towards your dreams and goals.

ABR, AHWD, CRS, CSP, GRI, SRES® , TRC

•  Licensed Real Estate Broker
• Licensed Community Association Manager

Marylin joined Gold Coast Schools in 2012 and is an exceptional real estate instructor teaching the sales associate and broker pre-license and post-license as well as continuing education and CRAM review courses.  She holds both a real estate broker and instructor license, a GRI designation, and has a bachelors degree from Barry University in Nuclear Medicine.

Prior to working at Gold Coast, Marylin worked at a Brickell Law Firm working with real estate and corporate matters.  From there she worked at Coldwell Banker as a Sales Associate from 2003-2009 in addition to teaching pre and post licensing classes.  Beyond having a passion for helping students succeed, Marylin is a huge animal lover.

Raquel is an accomplished, multiple award winning, and financially astute executive.  She has domestic experience in operations, P&L oversight, and marketing involving both start-up and growth organizations. She has been frequently promoted in recognition of innovation, problem solving, and delivering results consistently for over 20 years. Raquel can be described as sharp, confident, and consistent driver of growth-oriented initiatives with diverse skill for deepening levels of team engagement.

Education:

• Broward College
• Gold Coast School Of Real Estate
• Ketcham Education Providers Teaching Techniques
• IFREC Real Estate Schools Business Ethics Core Law
• National Association of REALTORS Code of Ethics Professional Standards
• Graduate REALTOR Institute Standard of Practice 1
• Certified Short Sale Professional Designation CSP
• Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate
• Tax Deferred 1031 Exchange
• Real Estate Investment

Raquel enjoys spending time with good friends and family, in addition to attending sporting events, reading history books, and boating.

Rick has been a Real Estate Broker for more than 25 years. During this time, he has sold more than 1,500 homes and managed over 7,500 transactions in Miami Dade & Broward County. Rick became an instructor for Gold Coast Schools in 2018 and is proud to bring his vast amount of experience to help students succeed out in the field.

Shelia Goodrum first began a real estate career in 1995 and the began teaching with Gold Coast Schools in 2019. Shelia is a US Navy Veteran that served our country during Desert Storm/Desert Shield. Over the years, Shelia has provided professional real estate services to many within FL, KY, and MO.  She is experienced with traditional sales, new construction, managing and listing foreclosure, property repairs & renovation, BPOs, as well as REO asset preservation.  Shelia is a licensed Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Instructor, Mortgage Loan Originator, and All Lines Insurance Producer.

Shelia is a humanitarian at heart. She has funded several fresh wells in Asia, contributed to the building of an orphanage and school in Haiti, supports Toys-4-Tots, Salvation Army Angel Tree, and numerous back-to-school programs for kids by helping to purchase & distribute much needed school supplies to our youths.  Sheila is also an ongoing contributor to food banks, regularly collect & donate items to Veterans, Salvation Army, and Goodwill.

Shelia enjoys the outdoors activities, paint-ball, charitable poker-runs with other veterans, comedy, live theater, décor, and spending time with the grandkids.

Terry joined Gold Coast in 2002 and is a highly experienced real estate instructors.  He teaches the following courses:

• Sales Associate Pre-Licensing
• Sales Associates Post Licensing
• Broker Pre-Licensing
• Broker Post Licensing
• Continuing Education
• State Exam Cram Review

Terry holds a Florida Real Estate Broker license and a Florida Real Estate Instructor permit.  When not working, he enjoys traveling, playing racket ball, weekend trips to the Florida Keys and the West Coast of Florida each month.

• BS/BA University of Central Florida
• Licensed Real Estate Broker
• Associate

• BS, University of Miami
• Owner/Broker, Ocean Real Estate Group, LLC (FL and SC)

Alan has been in the financial services industry since 1997. He is a fully licensed 2-15 life, health and variable annuity agent as well as holding a variety of securities licenses including the series 7 and 24. Alan started his career on the banking side of the industry before becoming the Chief Compliance Officer of a national firm.

Today, Alan spends his time working his own practice and has enjoyed teaching insurance and continuing education at Gold Coast since 2008. Imparting his knowledge and experience in a beneficial and enthusiastic way is Alan’s passion and gifting.

Bob Lederman joined Gold Coast in 2017 with 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, including six years teaching pre-licensing and continuing education courses. He continues in that role at the Lantana facility where he derives his greatest satisfaction when he sees that his students get what insurance is all about.

Bob holds a 220 General Lines and a 215 Life, Health and Variable Annuity license. He has also held series 6 and 63 licenses and is a former CPA. He owned and operated his own Allstate agency in Deerfield Beach.

When he is not teaching, Bob enjoys reading ‘Spy-Fi’ novels, swimming and being with his wife and family.

Debora Willis joined the Gold Coast team in 2015 as a Property and Casualty Insurance Instructor at the Doral Campus. She is a Certified Insurance Counselor and a Certified Risk Manager. She has over 25 years of insurance experience working in small agencies and large top 10 brokers. She has handled everything from homeowner policies to hospitals, and taught P&C licensing for Dade County Schools and the Florida Insurance School.

Debora truly enjoys teaching insurance and is passionate about seeing her students do well in her class and then becoming passionate about insurance just like she is. She says, “Insurance is a diverse, ever changing field with limitless opportunity.” She wants her students to succeed in the course and their new profession. When not reading new policy forms, she likes to travel with her husband, hunt for antiques and spend time with her cats.

Ismary Cardoso is a Business Management graduate from Western Governor’s University, and is currently working on finishing her MBA from the same school. She also holds a Florida General Lines insurance license, is a Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), and an Accredited Advisor in Insurance (AAI). Ismary has been in the insurance industry for 4 years, and is passionate about understanding the foundation of the property and casualty principles, as well as sharing her knowledge and helping others find a fulfilling career in the industry as she did herself. Originally from Cuba with a professional background in Translation and Linguistics, she enjoys reading and writing, researching technical terms in several languages, and learning all kinds of different cultures. On her free time she loves to travel and dance. She plans to retire as an insurance professional, helping organizations manage and mitigate their risks.

Jessy teaches insurance licensing courses and is passionate about helping students obtain the license they need to start new careers.  When not working, Jessy enjoys spending time with grandchildren and family.

Lynn joined the life and annuity, and accident and health teaching staff in 2014 and brings more than 30 years of insurance, stocks, bonds, and mutual fund experience to courses that she teaches. In addition to pre-licensing courses, Lynn projects her knowledge of the insurance industry through her instruction of post-licensing continuing education seminars. Her favorite topics include annuities and senior products, life and disability coverages, and ethical requirements and suitability. Lynn enjoys spending time at the beach, traveling, and being with family when not in front of her students.

Randy Gordon started teaching insurance courses at Gold Coast in 2017 and currently teaches the continuing education and pre-licensing for Property and Casually agents. He holds a 2-20 General Lines license and has an Accredited Advisor of Insurance designation. He enjoys teaching the future agents using real world examples and techniques that make understanding the information exciting.

In addition to teaching at Gold Coast, Randy is an active agent selling policies. When he is not working in the field and teaching in the classroom, Randy enjoys golf and spending time with his family.

Augusto joined Gold Coast Schools in 2009 as a CAM instructor teaching the CAM Pre-license course, CRAM course, and Continuing Education courses.  He holds a CAM license and brings industry experience into the classroom for students to benefit from.  Augusto hold various degrees and certifications including:

• ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY, M.B.A.
  1982 Chicago, IL. Master in Business Administration.
  Concentration in Organizational and Human Resources Development
• UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, B.A. 1974
  Chicago, IL. Bachelor Degree in Latin American Studies
• THE CORPORATE SYSTEMS DESIGN, INC. 1996
  Organizational consulting with concentration in organizational structure reinvention and redesign, work process alignment, strategic performance optimization, alignment corporate systems, leadership, change agent and team development, reward and employee development.
• AMERICAN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION, 1998
  International School of Management, Certified Consultant and Facilitator

When not teaching, Augusto volunteers at his community association, Lions Club, and is politically involved with Ecuadorian issues.

Paul joined Gold Coast Schools in 2015 and is the Assistant to Director of CAM Education.  He teaches and writes CAM continuing education and pre-license courses and brings extensive experience into the classroom.  He has held many licenses including CAM, Life & Health insurance, Series 6, Series 7, and Series 3, was a Certified Financial Planner, and held a Mortgage license.

Prior to joining Gold Coast, Paul was employed as a CAM for approximately 13 years, primarily for troubled high-rises. He wrote courses and trained and supervised instructors to teach community associations directors, officers & residents, through a 501(c)(3). The courses were offered throughout the State of Florida in 2000-2001. He was President of the Northeast Dade Coalition, a community association education & advocacy group representing over 120 associations in Miami-Dade County, for about 10 years.  Paul also served as President of an association board for a short period of time. Through his corporate entity (co-owned with Patricia Rogers), he had contracts with Barry University and Broward Community College, to offer education to community association residents. As a health care professional, he served in high level administrative and/or planning positions in comprehensive health planning councils in LA and Boise and county health departments in Erie County (NY), and Miami-Dade County. Paul successfully wrote grants for these entities. In Miami-Dade County, he successfully negotiated funding from the federal government to help handle the influx of Haitian refugees in the 1980s. Paul’s corporation also wrote and successfully obtained grants for local municipalities in Miami-Dade County.

He holds various degrees and certifications including:

• State University of NY at Buffalo – B.A. Anthropology
• University of California, Berkeley – School of Public Health – Master of Public Health (Administration & Planning)
• College for Financial Planning – Denver, CO – Certified Financial Planner
• Gold Coast Professional Schools – Insurance, Mortgage & CAM licenses
• Miami-Dade County – Management Productivity Analyst

Paul has two cats, Dynamuffin and Blueberry Muffin. He has a great sense of humor which he uses to great effect both in business and in personal relationships. With a cousin in NJ, Paul did extensive research tracing his family tree back to the 1700s. He shared his findings with the Montreal branch at a family reunion, including slides of birth, marriage and death certificates, and photographs of some of his ancestors.

Ali has been in construction since 2005 and is currenlty the Vice President of Stone Concept Miami Inc. He has his Certified General Contractor License, Home Inspection License, Certified Glass and Glazing License and is OSHA-30 Certified.

Ali got his Bachelor of Construction Management , from Florida International University 2013

Chris Clausing is a Certified General Contractor in the State of Florida with over 20 years’ experience in the Construction and Inspection industry. As a Gold Coast Instructor, Chris has helped thousands of students prepare for and pass their certification exams for state licensure. Chris works as a Consultant with The University of Miami – Master of Construction Management Program mentoring future Contractors and Construction Professionals and sits as a Consensus Committee Member for the IECC helping shape the energy codes of the future. As Program and Curriculum Innovation Director, Chris is committed to providing the best learning experience for all Gold Coast students and developing best-in-class industry training programs for lifelong professional development.

David joined Gold Coast in 2005  and is an Air Conditioning and Mechanical instructor with over 17 years of classroom experience preparing students for the State of Florida trade exam. He has developed curriculums and questions for in class and online simulators. He passed the A, B, and Mechanical trade exams multiple times. Prior to joining Gold Coast, David worked for Ford Motor Company for 23 years where he handled various service related issues and gained extensive experience in HVAC.  He holds an MBA from Florida Atlantic University and is an ASE Master Automotive and Truck Technician.  In his free time, David enjoys fixing and restoring cars.

Dawn is an Instructor for Gold Coast and teaches the General Contractor cram classes to aid students in their preparation for their state licensing tests. She teaches out of the Tamarac, Lantana, and Doral campuses.

Dawn has an Associate of Arts degree in Secondary Education from Broward Community College, a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Barry University, Graduate Work in Psychology from Nova University, and a General Contractor license from Gold Coast Schools. She has been working in various phases of the construction industry since 1985. She has been teaching both individuals and small groups in private tutoring here at Gold Coast, and also teaches in a classroom setting. Dawn is passionate about seeing students have that “AH-HA moment” when problem solving.

When not working, Dawn enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and active adventure traveling. Dawn has completed several bicycle trips across the United States and Canada.

Gilberto Fernandez is a Certified Building Contractor since 1976, a Certified Roofing Contractor since 2005, and a Certified Home Inspector since 2010.

He received his Business Administration and Accounting Degree at The Havana & Oriente University – Cuba. Once residing in the US, he attended the following higher learning institutions to improve knowledge in business: Jones College – Orlando, Fla – Administrative Accounting. Rollins College – Winter Park, Fla – Business Administration and Commercial Law Courses.

Gilberto was once the President of the Florida Prestressed Concrete Assn. and held chairmanship of different committees with the association including the FDOT Liaison and Plant Certification, Safety. He conducted presentations and seminars with Trade Associations, Engineers, and Architects about the benefits of utilizing Prestressed Concrete in their design and construction. Gilberto has been married for 46 years with 2 children and 2 grandchildren.

Jeff Shanley, a South Florida native, began his career at Miami-Dade College following the curriculum toward becoming a mechanical contractor in 1980. Jeff’s primary background as a Mechanical Contractor has been in Design/Build of commercial projects throughout Florida, then specializing in international work where his specialty in design-build brought him to the General Service Administration (GSA) assigned to the U.S. State Department. During his time with the GSA, Jeff specialized in hospitals, U.S. Embassies, U.S. Interest Sections, and power plants. He was instrumental in identifying and overcoming the challenges of design and installation of mechanical systems in these entities within the unique environments of Cuba, Western Europe, and South America. After nearly two decades, Jeff retired in 2018 from his work with the GSA, and from active contracting endeavors in 2019. During his tenure as a mechanical contractor, Jeff has served as a mentor to dozens of up-and-comers in the industry as they worked their way through Trade and Union School and into their careers. Jeff remains dedicated to enhancing the profession of mechanical contracting and presently serves as an Inspector for the International Building Code Inspector for the GSA and has been an instructor at Gold Coast Schools since 2019. Jeff is happy to answer any questions or provide guidance regarding obtaining one’s license in mechanical contracting, air conditioning, or plumbing. Please contact Jeff at JShanley@goldcoastschools.com.

Jorge Urrutia has been an instructor at Gold Coast Schools since 1995. He is an instructor for Home Inspection, Wind Mitigation and Continuing Education. He started his career as a Building Inspector and has since become a Project Manager. He holds a Bachelor Degree in Architecture from the University of Florida and Professional Certifications in General Contracting, Plans Examination, Building Inspection, Home Inspection, Mold Remediation, Mold Assessment and Roofing. He authored our current Wind Mitigation and Home Inspection CE courses.

Miguel graduated from Dade County Junior College with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology in 1969. He started in roadway and bridge construction from 1967 until 1969. He then went on to start in building construction in 1970. He has held his General Contractor license since 1981. In addition, he holds a Roofing Contractor and Home Inspector licenses. Miguel owned a construction business and retired in 2018. He teaches General, Building, Residential and Roofing Contractor courses.

Orlando Cuello is a Construction professional with over 30 years of experience managing private and public construction projects. He graduated from Universidad Piloto in Bogota, Colombia in 1981 with a bachelor’s degree in Architecture. He continued onto his M.B.A. at Universidad del Norte in Barranquilla, Colombia and graduated in 1997. In addition, he obtained his ESAP (Escuela Superior de Adm. Publica) in Barranquilla, Colombia in 2000 in Public Management. He holds a General Contractor license since 2006.