Meet our Team

With over 30 years of experience as a flight attendant for United Airlines, Jimmy Glover has built a career centered on exceptional customer service, leadership, and commUNITY engagement. His extensive background in the airline industry has honed his ability to navigate complex situations, foster meaningful connections, and ensure smooth, high-quality experiences for diverse audiences.

Beyond his professional career, Jimmy is a dedicated advocate for education, community development, and environmental protection in Sarasota, Florida. He serves as:

• Vice Chair of the City of Sarasota Parks, Recreation, and Environmental Protection Advisory Board, where he helps shape policies that enhance public spaces and sustainability efforts.
• Board President of Star Lab, a pioneering charter kindergarten school in Newtown that redefines education by focusing on what is learned rather than what is taught.
• Board Member of the Friends of the Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, supporting literacy initiatives, cultural programs, and community enrichment

His passion for empowering communities, preserving cultural heritage, and advocating for accessible education continues to drive his work, making a lasting impact in Sarasota and beyond.

Syesha is an Award-Winning Actress, Powerhouse Vocalist, Songwriter, Children’s Book Author, and Certified Wholistic Nutritionist. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Alternative Medicine.

Best known for her soulful and versatile performances on American Idol Season 7, where she finished as second runner-up, Syesha has used her platform to uplift and empower others.

Fueled by her own challenges and personal trauma, Syesha is committed to making a lasting impact. She is a dedicated philanthropist and community advocate, using her experiences to drive meaningful change. As a partner and community advocate with the Center for Urban Resource and Empowerment (CURE), she works to promote Wholistic Healing, sustainability, and community development. Through CURE, she helps create programs that integrate music, nature, and wellness, empowering individuals and families to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives. Her commitment to service extends to advocating for maternal and child wellness, food justice, and educational access in underserved communities.

Syesha’s impact has been widely recognized—she holds the Keys to the Cities of Sarasota, FL, Bradenton, FL, and Bridgeport, CT. In her hometown of Sarasota, May 9th has been proclaimed Syesha Day in honor of her contributions. Through her work in music, education, and community activism, she continues to be a force for positive change, bridging art, wellness, and social empowerment.