Curt S. Culver
Non-Executive Chairman of MGIC Investment Corporation

Curt S. Culver, a director since 1999, is Non-Executive Chairman of MGIC Investment Corporation. Mr. Culver’s career includes 49 years in the private mortgage insurance industry, with 43 years at MGIC.

Mr. Culver joined MGIC in 1982, was named President and Chief Operating Officer in 1996, and on
January 1, 2000, became Chief Executive Officer of MGIC Investment Corporation. He added the title of Chairman in 2005.

Upon his retirement in 2015, he became Non-Executive Chairman. Mr. Culver recently aged off the Boards of WE Energies, West Bend Mutual and The Bradley Foundation, but continues to serve on the Boards of MGIC and Culver’s Franchising
Systems.

Tatiana Gust, MBA, PE, CBO
Chief Executive Officer of Elite Permits

Tatiana Gust, MBA, PE, CBO, is an accomplished engineering and construction professional with more than 23 years of experience in building code administration, permitting, inspections, municipal
government, and construction consulting. Originally from Santiago, Chile, she earned a degree in Civil Engineering with a major in Construction before moving to the United States in 2004.

Tatiana began her Southwest Florida career with Collier County, advancing from Structural Plans Examiner and Building Inspector to Building Review & Inspections Manager. Her experience within the building department gave her extensive
knowledge of the Florida Building Code and the permitting challenges faced by developers, contractors, architects, and engineers.

In 2013, Tatiana founded Elite Consulting of Southwest Florida and today serves as Chief Executive Officer of Elite Permits, where she leads operations, business development, permitting, inspections, compliance, and organizational growth.

Tatiana is a licensed Professional Engineer, Building Code Administrator, Standard Plans Examiner, Standard Building Inspector, and Certified General Contractor in Florida. She is also an ICC Certified Building Official and holds an MBA from
Florida Gulf Coast University.

A dedicated industry leader, Tatiana serves as 2026 President of the Collier Building Industry Association and holds leadership roles with the Florida Home Builders Association, including Region VI Builder Region Chair and Vice Chair of the Government Affairs Committee. Throughout her career, she has remained committed to helping construction professionals successfully navigate complex building and regulatory requirements.

Jaysen Roa
President and Chief Executive Officer at Avow Hospice, Inc.

Jaysen Roa joined Avow as President & CEO in 2015. During his tenure, Mr. Roa has overseen the growth of Avow Hospice, Avow Palliative Care Services, Avow Foundation, Avow Kids children’s grief and loss program, and Avow We Honor Veterans Program. Under his direction, Avow programs, services, facilities and resources for patients, their families and the community at large have grown significantly, serving more children and adults each year.

Mr. Roa’s 20 years of not-for-profit experience includes developing innovative patient-centered approaches to providing care, facilities and outreach in an ever-changing health landscape. His efforts include public policy advocacy both nationally and at the state level to advance hospice, palliative care and post-acute, home-centered care.

Mr. Roa serves on the Florida Hospice and Palliative Care Association Board of Directors as the immediate past chairman of the board. He is also a member of the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation. Additionally, Mr. Roa is the chairman and president of Synthase, a not-for-profit collaborative organization specializing in home centered care. Synthase members provide care to over 2,200 patients each day. Annually, providing care and services to more than 18,000 adults and children. Together, member organizations serve 23 Florida counties.

Prior to joining Avow, Mr. Roa served as Executive Director at Good Shepherd Hospice based in Lakeland, Florida. He also held executive positions at HPH Hospice and began his hospice career at Hospice of the Nature Coast, all based in Florida. Mr. Roa has completed numerous industry certifications in hospice and fundraising management. He holds a master’s degree in business administration and master’s degree in health administration from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri and a bachelor of arts degree in psychology from University of South Florida in Tampa.

Aysegul Timur, Ph.D.
President of Florida Gulf Coast University

Aysegul Timur, Ph.D., is widely known for building collaborative teams of university and community stakeholders to advance strategic initiatives, including workforce alignment. She was unanimously confirmed as FGCU’s fifth president by the Florida Board of Governors on June 22, 2023.

Prior to becoming president, Dr. Timur served as FGCU’s Vice President and Vice Provost for Strategy and Program Innovation, leading initiatives such as micro-credentialing and digital badges and helping secure a historic $22.9 million U.S. Department of Commerce Good Jobs Challenge Grant.

A Naples resident and first-generation college graduate, Timur is an economist with more than 26 years of experience in higher education. She earned a doctorate in business administration with a major in economics from the University of South Florida, complementing her MBA and bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration from the University of Istanbul.

Pat Trompeter
Founder of The Trompeter Family Foundation

Pat Trompeter, the founder of The Trompeter Family Foundation, has a life story shaped by resilience, hard work, and a deep commitment to family and community.

Born in Cork, Ireland, he spent his early years in an orphanage before being adopted by an American family. His childhood, marked by structure and the values of hard work, fueled his drive for success. Pat built his own business from the ground up, often working long hours and overcoming countless challenges. Guided by the belief that success is not just about financial gain but about relationships, integrity, and making a difference, he learned to view wealth as a tool for positive change rather than an end goal.

Pat’s experiences have deeply influenced his philanthropic mindset. He has always been passionate about giving back, supporting causes like education, social services and missions focused on providing a hand up, versus a handout. He founded his charitable foundation to focus on these areas, recognizing the power of quiet, strategic giving to create lasting impact.

His contributions extend beyond just writing checks. Alongside his four highly engaged daughters, Pat actively engages with projects, like supporting students at underprivileged schools and establishing scholarships, to directly influence life trajectory. Pat believes in the importance of not only donating but also in leveraging his position to inspire others to get involved and support meaningful causes.

Today, Pat’s legacy is embodied in his ongoing mission to make a difference. He aims to impart the values of generosity, compassion, and perseverance to his family and community. His story is a testament to the belief that a truly rich life is defined by the joy, connections, and support shared with others. And that the zip code to which someone was born should not define identity or determine one’s future.

Through the establishment of The Trompeter Family Foundation, Pat continues to invest in the future, building a world where success is measured by the impact one has on the lives of others.

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The Immokalee Foundation
2375 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 308
Naples, FL 34103

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