Our board members bring a wide variety of expertise to the Naranja Lakes CRA and are committed to serving the Naranja Lakes community. All members have been appointed by the Miami-Dade County Board of Commissioners.
Board Leadership
Kenneth Forbes, Chair
Stuart Archer, Vice Chair
Board Members of Naranja Lakes CRA
Cornelius Shiver, Chair
Cornelius Shiver has over 20 years of experience revitalizing urban areas. As former Southeast Overtown/Park West CRA Executive Director, he led $4.6 billion in projects, 1,400 new housing units, and anti-gentrification efforts. His legal background advocating for justice complements Naranja Lakes CRA’s equitable community transformation mission.
James McDonald, Vice Chair
James E. McDonald is an accomplished attorney with extensive experience in law, government, and public service. He founded James E. McDonald, P.A. after serving as a senior partner at international law firms. His public service includes roles as Vice Mayor and council member of Pinecrest, Florida, as well as positions with the U.S. House of Representatives and the FBI. James has also held leadership roles in numerous civic organizations, including the National League of Cities and the Miami River Commission, bringing valuable governance and community engagement expertise to the Naranja Lakes CRA.
Danny Olgetree, Board Member
Danny Olgetree is a dedicated public servant with over five years of experience in law enforcement and community relations. As a federal police officer with the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, he successfully builds trust with local residents. His background, including internships with the Florida Senate and 11th Judicial Circuit, underscores his commitment to positive community impact.
Derek Sippio, Board Member
Derek J. Sippio is an accomplished sales leader with over 18 years of experience in the medical industry. Over his career, he has consistently exceeded sales targets, ranking top in his field. He now brings his expertise in developing strategic sales approaches, building relationships with healthcare leaders, and driving revenue growth to serve the Naranja Lakes community.
Derrick Lordeus, Board Member
Derrick L. Lordeus is an accomplished educator and coach with over 20 years of experience. He has taught physical education at various schools, and his coaching background, including stints with the Miami Dolphins and high school teams, demonstrates his commitment to youth development — a valuable asset for fostering positive community growth.
Erick Caceres, Board Member
Erick Caceres is a financial services leader with over 15 years of experience in operations, product development, marketing, and training. At SouthState Bank, he spearheaded new product launches, led vendor management, created training programs, and enhanced operational efficiencies to reduce expenses. He now brings his expertise in strategic planning to Naranja Lakes CRA’s revitalization initiatives.
Robert Parson, Board Member
Robert Parson is a workforce and economic development leader with nearly 30 years of public service in Miami-Dade County. As Assistant Director of Programs at CareerSource South Florida, he oversees job training, performance-based contracts, and strategic partnerships to strengthen career pathways in high-demand industries like healthcare, aviation, and technology. He previously led economic equity initiatives at the Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust and has held roles in small business development, human services, and aviation.
Rev Dr. Alphonso Jackson, Board Member
Alphonso Jackson Sr. is a dedicated community leader and spiritual guide with over 40 years of ministry experience. As Senior Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Richmond Heights, he has spearheaded the development of a 79-unit affordable housing complex for seniors through the church’s Community Development Corporation. His leadership extends beyond the church, where he serves as Chairman of the Children’s Learning Center board, President of the Richmond Heights Community Alliance, and Moderator of the Seaboard Baptist Association. His leadership continues to drive positive community impact in the Naranja Lakes area.
Ryan Moseley, Board Member
Board Leadership
Kenneth Forbes, Chair
Stuart Archer, Vice Chair
Board Members of Naranja Lakes CRA
Cornelius Shiver, Chair
Cornelius Shiver has over 20 years of experience revitalizing urban areas. As former Southeast Overtown/Park West CRA Executive Director, he led $4.6 billion in projects, 1,400 new housing units, and anti-gentrification efforts. His legal background advocating for justice complements Naranja Lakes CRA’s equitable community transformation mission.
James McDonald, Vice Chair
James E. McDonald is an accomplished attorney with extensive experience in law, government, and public service. He founded James E. McDonald, P.A. after serving as a senior partner at international law firms. His public service includes roles as Vice Mayor and council member of Pinecrest, Florida, as well as positions with the U.S. House of Representatives and the FBI. James has also held leadership roles in numerous civic organizations, including the National League of Cities and the Miami River Commission, bringing valuable governance and community engagement expertise to the Naranja Lakes CRA.
Danny Olgetree, Board Member
Danny Olgetree is a dedicated public servant with over five years of experience in law enforcement and community relations. As a federal police officer with the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, he successfully builds trust with local residents. His background, including internships with the Florida Senate and 11th Judicial Circuit, underscores his commitment to positive community impact.
Derek Sippio, Board Member
Derek J. Sippio is an accomplished sales leader with over 18 years of experience in the medical industry. Over his career, he has consistently exceeded sales targets, ranking top in his field. He now brings his expertise in developing strategic sales approaches, building relationships with healthcare leaders, and driving revenue growth to serve the Naranja Lakes community.
Derrick Lordeus, Board Member
Derrick L. Lordeus is an accomplished educator and coach with over 20 years of experience. He has taught physical education at various schools, and his coaching background, including stints with the Miami Dolphins and high school teams, demonstrates his commitment to youth development — a valuable asset for fostering positive community growth.
Erick Caceres, Board Member
Erick Caceres is a financial services leader with over 15 years of experience in operations, product development, marketing, and training. At SouthState Bank, he spearheaded new product launches, led vendor management, created training programs, and enhanced operational efficiencies to reduce expenses. He now brings his expertise in strategic planning to Naranja Lakes CRA’s revitalization initiatives.
Robert Parson, Board Member
Robert Parson is a workforce and economic development leader with nearly 30 years of public service in Miami-Dade County. As Assistant Director of Programs at CareerSource South Florida, he oversees job training, performance-based contracts, and strategic partnerships to strengthen career pathways in high-demand industries like healthcare, aviation, and technology. He previously led economic equity initiatives at the Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust and has held roles in small business development, human services, and aviation.
Rev Dr. Alphonso Jackson, Board Member
Alphonso Jackson Sr. is a dedicated community leader and spiritual guide with over 40 years of ministry experience. As Senior Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Richmond Heights, he has spearheaded the development of a 79-unit affordable housing complex for seniors through the church’s Community Development Corporation. His leadership extends beyond the church, where he serves as Chairman of the Children’s Learning Center board, President of the Richmond Heights Community Alliance, and Moderator of the Seaboard Baptist Association. His leadership continues to drive positive community impact in the Naranja Lakes area.
Ryan Moseley, Board Member