Interested in joining the Gulfport Senior Center Board of Directors?
Board of Directors
The Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center Foundation has operated with a volunteer Board of Directors since 2004. The Foundation has a professional services contract for administrative support and uses the services of independent contractors when needed. The Foundation has hundreds of members and many active volunteers who share their time and talent in helping promote Foundation activities.
Foundation Mission Statement
“Raise and distribute funds that support and enhance the recreational, educational, social and health related programs and services of The Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center.”rs.
President
Eileen Corning
My professional journey includes 35 years in healthcare leadership, with 28 years at HCA Healthcare where I served as Vice President of Human Resources until my recent retirement. Throughout my career, I’ve focused on building strategic relationships, fostering employee engagement, and developing effective retention strategies.
When I’m not working with the Foundation, you’ll find me volunteering at my church or collaborating with my fiancé on our new venture, Legacy Wellness Solutions. We created this business to help seniors maintain their independence through AI monitoring technology and educational resources—a mission very close to my heart.
I’m excited to bring my healthcare background and relationship-building expertise to the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation. I truly believe in our mission and look forward to working with all of you to advance our capital campaign goals and enhance the lives of seniors in our community.
I’d love to meet you and hear your ideas. Please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Vice President
John Killeen
John has lived in Florida since 1992, originally from Massachusetts. He is married to his wife, Erin and has one daughter, Kaitlyn who graduated from Florida State University in 2023. John and Erin reside in Pinellas Park. John is the owner of Oasis Senior Advisors. Oasis Senior Advisors connects seniors with housing communities that best fit their needs, at no cost to the seniors or their families. Senior Living Advisors weigh options, taking each factor of the family’s and individual’s needs into account, including level of care, independence and budget.
He has over 20 years of experience in managing and delivering high-quality service solutions for seniors, with a BS in Hospitality Management from Johnson and Wales University. He is passionate about enhancing the health and well-being of seniors.
Outside of the office, he enjoys spending time with family, golf, watching New England sports teams and Florida State football.
Treasurer
William Griffo
Bill has been working in the financial services industry for over 40 years, advising clients on how to build and protect the savings they work their whole lives to accumulate.
In 2020 Bill moved from New York to Florida to focus on educating aging Americans on how to take a holistic view of healthcare solutions and smart wellness technology to ensure “Families” can live life on their terms. Pinellas county is in need of enhanced healthcare and lower costs and the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation provides an excellent platform to deliver the information needed.
Secretary
Gail Gravell, Procurement Officer
Gail was born in Canada and moved to the US in 1968. She joined the US Army in 1969 and served 24 years in logistics.
Upon retiring, Gail worked for Saddlebrook Resort for 16 years in shipping and receiving. After that she spent four years at Home Depot before retiring. Gail has lived in Gulfport for 6 years and loves the small-town feel.
Rosemary Minton, Volunteer Coordinator
Originally a Floridian, Rosemary Minton spent the last 30 years in a beautiful beach town in Eastern North Carolina. After visiting her daughter and son-in-law in Gulfport, she felt an immediate connection to the area and knew it was where she wanted to call home. With over 30 years of medical administrative experience and a talent for organizing, Rosemary has a proven track record of keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently. Passionate about event planning and volunteering, Rosemary is excited to contribute her skills to the Senior Center Foundation. She looks forward to creating meaningful opportunities for Gulfport’s seniors to connect, engage, and thrive within the community she now proudly calls her own.
Lari Averbeck, Board Member
Lari is a Gulfport resident, Realtor of 26 years, and committed community advocate. As a Board Member of the Gulfport Senior Foundation, she brings both professional experience and a genuine love for connection, collaboration, and getting things done.
Living and working in Gulfport, Lari is passionate about building community, supporting seniors, and creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and engaged. She believes meaningful impact comes from strong relationships — and that important work can (and should) be done with energy, creativity, and a sense of fun alongside a dedicated board.
Amy Buck, Board Member
Amy is a financial advisor with a professional background in business management and agriculture, bringing a practical, grounded perspective to financial planning and organizational leadership. Her experience spans operational management, strategic decision making and long-term planning across both entrepreneurial and advisory environments.
She is known for her thoughtful, relationship-centered approach and a strong appreciation for stewardship, sustainability and responsible growth. Drawing on her diverse background, Amy helps individuals and families navigate financial decisions with clarity, discipline and care.
Amy is honored to serve on the Board of The Gulfport Senior Center Foundation, where she contributes business insight, financial acumen and a deep commitment to the foundation’s mission and community impact.
David Moss, Board Member
With over 15 years of experience in senior-focused media, healthcare publishing, and community engagement, David Moss has become a trusted voice in the field of active aging. As Publisher of Senior Life Publications, he leads one of Florida’s most recognized senior lifestyle platforms—endorsed by the State of Florida, the Tampa Bay Agency Area on Aging, and the Department of Elder Affairs.
David is deeply committed to improving quality of life for older adults by bridging the gap between expert content, healthcare access, and real-world connection. He has partnered with healthcare systems, senior centers, and local municipalities to produce wellness expos, dementia-friendly education series, and resource-rich community events that empower seniors to live with independence and purpose.
A longtime collaborator with the University of South Florida’s Dementia Support Systems initiative, David is also a passionate advocate for families and caregivers navigating memory-related challenges. His work is guided by the belief that informed, engaged seniors live better—and that meaningful connection is key to thriving at every stage of life.
Through Senior Life Publications, David continues to create innovative platforms that inform, connect, and inspire—championing the needs of older adults across Florida and beyond.
Past President & Staff
Larry Kennedy
Past President
Larry moved to Gulfport five years ago from Redington Shores. He recently retired from a 40-year career as a healthcare executive with hospital and consulting experience, specializing in advanced supply chain innovations. He has worked with hospitals and healthcare organizations to decrease operating expenses, increase operating efficiency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Specific areas of expertise include:
• Strategic Planning
• Supply Chain
• Expense Reduction
• ERP Selection, Implementation and Optimization
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Accounts Payable
Larry received his M.S. in Management from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
He believes support for our senior residents is extremely important in keeping them physically and mentally healthy, and in maintaining a good quality of life. That the Senior Center provides very valuable activities and support systems. He is looking forward to being a part of continuing these important services to our seniors.
