Board of Directors

Paul Vignau

Board of Directors, Board Chair

Paul Vignau has been in the media, marketing, and advertising industry for over 25 years, working now as the General Sales Manager for Audacy in Miami. He is called to FCS because he believes a Christian education plays a valuable role in a person's life. Paul and his wife, Becky, have two sons.

Affiliations: Florida International University

Joseph Padron

Board of Directors, Vice Chair

Joseph Padron currently works as the External Affairs Manager with Florida Power and Light. His passion is to support FCS in keeping the main thing the main thing: bringing students and families who are lost to life in Christ while developing well-rounded students. He and his wife, Becky, have three children.

Affiliations: Florida International University

Ray Fernandez-Andes, CPA

Board of Directors, Treasurer

Ray Fernandez-Andes is the CFO of a privately-held company in the aviation industry. He believes we are called to serve the Lord with the gifts and talents He’s given us. Ray is passionate about seeing the Gospel spread through the work God is doing at FCS. He is married with two sons.

Affiliations: University of Miami, University of Florida

Rev. Bob Felder

Board of Directors, Secretary, Varsity Cross Country Head Coach, Varsity Track Head Coach

After leaving a successful corporate career, Rev. Bob Felder joined YWAM to establish a college campus ministry called WAVES. He currently works as the director of WAVES and uses his experience to speak at conferences, schools, and churches. He and his wife, Sheila, have three daughters.

Affiliations: Liberty University, Houghton College

Oliver Garcia

Board of Directors

Oliver Garcia is the owner and director of All Uniform Wear. His goal is to provide any resources he has available to help FCS continue to grow and impact children and families for years to come. He is married with five children.

Affiliations: Pace University - Lubin School of Business

Dr. Leigh Byers, DBA, MAML

Board of Directors

Dr. Leigh Byers works as a Leadership Coach at 7th Level Leadership Solutions and an Adjunct Doctoral Instructor at Liberty University while serving on numerous boards. She hopes to ensure the mission of FCS is sustained and remains a priority for years to come. She is married with two daughters and one grandson.

Affiliations: Walden University, Liberty University, Rollins College

Luis Rodriguez

Board of Directors

Luis Rodriguez spent much of his career working in the international markets of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean in the air conditioning industry. He also worked as an Adjunct Professor at Miami Dade College. He believes a Christian education is an excellent way to blend academic education with teachings about Jesus Christ. He is married with three daughters and two grandchildren.

Affiliations: University of Puerto Rico

Robert Lewis

Board of Directors

Robert (Rob) Lewis is the co-founder and owner of Spiritus Law, a boutique business law firm that supports the responsible regulation of the hospitality industry. He feels called to use his experience to serve the ministry of FCS. He is married with children.

Affiliations: University of Miami

Frank Rivas

Board of Directors

Frank Rivas supervised microbiology and research laboratories in numerous hospitals and was the Laboratory Compliance Officer for all Baptist Health South Florida facilities. He is passionate about education and serving the Lord, and the opportunity to impact important decisions regarding student learning. He is married with two daughters and three grandchildren.

Affiliations: Florida International University, Miami Dade College

Corporate Board

Rev. Emanuel Roque

Corporate Board Member

Rev. Emanuel Roque has pastored in Miami since 1988. He has served churches throughout Florida through leadership ministries, church planting, and multicultural leadership. He fully believes FCS expresses excellence in Christian education, preparing young people for their life purpose to make a difference for Christ. He and his wife, Roxana, have three children and grandchildren.

Affiliations: Baylor University

Eric Schlottman

Corporate Board Member

Eric Schlottman currently serves as an academic mentor for Masters students in a Christian leadership program in Latin America and the Caribbean. He has experience in theological education and ministry training. He sees FCS as fulfilling a critical role in God's plan for the church and the world with teaching that is grounded in God's word. Eric is married with three children and three grandchildren.

Affiliations: Cornell University, Columbia International University

Marta Ramirez-Corrales

Corporate Board Member

Marta Ramirez-Corrales has worked in a leading human resources role for the last 25 years, with expertise in recruitment, compensation, training and talent development, and employee relations. She cares about children's overall development and education, including growing in ways that honor the Lord. She has been married for 32 years and has one daughter.

Affiliations: Nova Southeastern University, Trinity International University

Tania Reynardus

Corporate Board Member

Tania Reynardus worked as an educator for 20 years. She also served as a class sponsor, club sponsor, field trip coordinator, and was involved in numerous campus activities. She is passionate about improving academics and promoting spiritual growth for FCS students. She and husband, Jorge, have three adult children.

Affiliations: Florida International University

Alex Ledon

Corporate Board Member

Alex Ledon has worked in the banking industry for 25 years. He believes children are the future, and supports the opportunity FCS has to come alongside parents to raise the next generation with the truth of God's word. He is married with two children.

Affiliations: Nova Southeastern University, Florida International University

Not pictured: David Swindoll

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