As the Public Affairs Specialist at TLC Marketing & Creative Services, I help clients tell their stories and reach their audiences through effective public relations, strategic marketing, community outreach, government relations, event management, and media strategy. With almost a decade of experience in marketing and communications, I have worked with diverse clients across private, public, and nonprofit sectors, delivering results that align with their goals and vision.Jacob is a fifth generation Floridian and a civic leader with over 17 years of service with more than three dozen organizations and county advisory boards. He has led strategic planning, fundraising, and advocacy efforts for causes such as housing, education, economic development, eco-tourism, and healthcare. A recognized voice and respected leader on the issues, he has authored over 100 articles and guest editorials on these topics. Jacob is a recognized local historian in South Florida, a member of the Southern Conference on British Studies and an Editor at the Florida Heritage Project. He has received multiple awards and honors for his leadership and contributions, such as the "40 Under 40" by Gulfshore Business Magazine, the FCSSGA Bob Graham Lifetime Achievement Award and the FCSAA Leadership Enhancement Award. He is completing his MBA from Ave Maria University and holds a BASc in Supervision and Management from Florida SouthWestern State College. Jacob is a graduate of Associate Leadership Collier, Leadership Collier and Charter Class Alumni of Leadership Estero. He lives in East Naples with his wife Alexandria and daughter Wren.