Leadership
Board of Trustees
Meet the experienced water sports professionals leading the Florida Water Sports Coalition.
Captain Kevin O'Neill
President & Board Chair
Kevin brings extensive leadership and operational expertise to the Florida Water Sports Coalition.
Steve Edwards
Vice President
Steve brings extensive industry expertise and operational leadership to the Coalition.
Dr. Robert Martinez
Secretary
Dr. Martinez brings expertise in marine ecology and environmental stewardship from Everglades Tours.
Jessica Chen
Treasurer
Jessica manages financial oversight and leads kayak operations across multiple waterways.
Tommy Valdez
Board Member
Tommy represents jet ski operators and advocates for water sports safety and accessibility.
Amanda Foster
Board Member
Amanda brings perspectives from small operator community and leads emerging industry initiatives.
Our Mission
The Board of Trustees guides FWSC's mission to establish safety standards, promote responsible water sports operations, and build a thriving community of certified operators across Florida's waterways.