Local leaders take the helm of 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Polytechnic University's Foundation Board

Apr 17, 2019
Lydia Guzman
Local leaders take the helm of 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Polytechnic Universitys Foundation Board
Alice Hunt, co-founder of Hunt Construction of Central 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ in Lakeland, was voted the new chair of the 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­Foundation Board of Directors. Jack Harrell III, from Harrell’s LLC, is the new vice-president.

LAKELAND, Fla. –  has elected Lakeland businesswoman Alice Hunt as its new chair. The new vice-chair is Jack Harrell III, senior vice president of marketing, sales and R&D at Harrell’s LLC in Lakeland.

Hunt has an extensive path of industry expertise and community involvement. She founded Hunt Construction of Central 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ with her husband, Chuck Hunt, 34 years ago in Lakeland. She is the second recipient of the Eagle Award presented by the Polk County Builders Association. She was chairwoman of the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce in 2011 and was recognized with the George Jenkins Award in 2018. Hunt also chaired the Charter review Commission for Polk County last year.

β€œI’ve been an advocate for 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Poly for many years and I’m excited to take on this leadership role within the Foundation,” said Hunt, who joined the 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Poly Foundation Board four years ago and served the last two as vice chair. β€œI’m looking forward to continuing to engage the community and to grow philanthropic support for the University.”

Hunt will begin her new role immediately and it’s effective for two years, replacing Ford Heacock who will remain a member of the Board. Her nomination was supported unanimously and confirmed by Dr. Randy Avent, president of 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Poly.

β€œAlice’s remarkable leadership and tenacity make her the perfect fit to lead the Foundation Board,” said Avent. β€œHer community engagement and true commitment to 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Poly will be essential for the Foundation’s efforts to promote and support the University.”

Harrell, who joined the 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Poly Foundation Board last year, said that as the new vice-chair, he’s determined to fully support Hunt and the Foundation, whether it’s advocating for the University’s mission or fundraising to see its continuous growth.

β€œ91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Poly’s vision for growing the job market and the economy in 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ benefits everyone from Polk County and as far as the entire I-4 Corridor,” said Harrell. β€œThis University will play a vital role in transforming the state’s economy, so I believe everyone should support it.”

The 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­Foundation Board of Directors is comprised of community leaders and industry experts who see the potential to fuel dreams, boost the economy and put 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Poly on the map as a high-tech leader. The Foundation Board works closely with university leadership to align fundraising efforts with 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»­ Poly’s future path.

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Lydia Guzman
Assistant Director of Communications
(863) 874-8557

 
 
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