Pete Frezza

Village of Islamorada, Environmental Resources Manager

Pete Frezza is a twenty-two-year resident of the Upper Keys.  He grew up in Jupiter Florida and graduated from Florida Atlantic University with degrees in the Environmental Sciences.  He has enjoyed a career in the environmental field working within state and local government and at Audubon Florida’s Everglades Science Center in Tavernier for many years. For the last four years Pete has been employed by the Village of Islamorada as the Environmental Resources Manager.  He loves being a part of the Upper Keys community and being an advocate for all things environmental. Pete enjoys water related activities, birding, running, and exploring Everglades National Park.

”I have accepted the Kahuna Challenge because what’s more important than good health. We are so fortunate to have the Good Health Clinic which is striving to provide it. I love this community and am thrilled and honored to be a part of this fundraising effort.” 

Barbara Bernstein

Office Manager for Dr. Paul Bernstein

Barbara Bernstein and her husband, Paul Bernstein, live and work in Key Largo. They have one son who graduated from Coral Shores High school and University of Florida, and is currently attending NYU for his graduate degree. Barbara received her degree is Dental Technology with two certifications in fixed dental prosthetics and Paul has his Dental degree from Northwestern University. They enjoy sailing, tennis, pickleball, birding, reading and the arts. Barbara and Paul have seen patients who want to have good health and cannot afford to carry the expense of medical and dental insurance, Good Health Clinic can and does help our community, family, and friends attain that necessary health care at no expense to the patient.

“We all have a civic responsibility to help others in some way or another. As much as you can, leave things better than you found them”

Yvette Doherty

Real Estate Agent, Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate Co.

Real Estate advisor and licensed Realtor, Yvette began her long history in sales as the managing owner of Parkway Auto Sales, an automobile dealership in Homestead, Florida, 35 years ago. Real Estate is her second career, launched after she and her family developed a passion for the Florida Keys, leading her, and husband Bob, to relocate to Key Largo, in 2005. She has been an active member of the Soroptimist International Women’s Service Club since 1997 and has worked on the Southern Regional Board of Directors since 2000. Her leadership roles have included, President, Secretary, Director, and she has chaired the committees for many of the organizations’ fund-raising events. Yvette has also volunteered with the Homestead Soup Kitchen for nearly 10 years. Yvette is currently The Secretary of the Sexton Cove Property Owners Association, since 2010, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Manatee Bay Club Condo Association. Supporting the underserved in her community has been a multi-generational passion for her and her family. With the privilege of success, comes the responsibility to make the world a better place. Words that Yvette, lives by.

“I am brimming with pride and flush with excitement about running for the Big Kahuna position. Make a Y’S CHOICE, to support the Good Health Clinic, and support my fund-raising efforts in my pursuit of becoming the Good Health Clinic’s Big Kahuna for 2022.”

Armando Gonzalez

Owner of Blue Marlin Jewelry

Armando has been the proud owner of Blue Marlin Jewelry for the last thirty years. He considers himself extremely blessed to be a part of this wonderful community that he loves so much. He lives by the same mantra he has just modified it to “treating all of my clients & staff like family.” When Armando is  not working, he enjoys making new acquaintances, being surrounded by loved ones, friends, & family. There is nothing like a good adventure in his book! Such as traveling abroad, fishing, diving, & rappelling from helicopters these things bring him immense joy! However, nothing compares to the satisfaction he obtains from contributing to our community. Every contribution, however big or small, makes a difference in the Good Health Clinics mission to bring health care those in need. ​​

“I am sincere in my efforts to raise funds for Good Health Clinic. This cause is near & dear to my heart because I am a retired Lieutenant with the Miami Dade Fire Rescue, Paramedic, as well as a member of the Florida Task Force. I was an Urban Search & Rescue Team member. I live by the mantra of “treating all of my patients like family.” Thank you in advance for your time & support!”

Adam Foley

President, Upper Keys Marine Construction

Adam Foley is a Fordham University graduate and native Floridian. He has been married to his beloved wife Jill for 12 years and together they are the proud parents of five fur babies: Daisy, Charlie, Lulu, Sadie, and Miles. Outside of work Adam enjoys sports, boating, and traveling. Adam supports several local charitable organizations including MarrVelous Pet Rescues, Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys, Dolphin Plus Marine Mammal First Responders, Coral Shores Athletic Association, Key Largo Community Preservation Foundation, Elks Lodge 1872, BPW of the Upper Keys, and various philanthropies of our local chambers of commerce. Adam also serves on the boards of the Florida Marine Contractors Association and the Largo Sound Village Association.

“Help those who help us – it’s that simple. Good Health Clinic has been supporting the Keys community for years through broad healthcare for the uninsured. I am honored to run for this year’s Big Kahuna award and help this wonderful cause.”

Jen Hagen & Joni Beever – The Dream Team

Representing Affordable Asphalt & Charli’s Shave Ice

Jen and Joni came down to the keys at relatively the same time, and have called this beautiful chain of islands their home for about a decade. They both have worked in the community with special events, bartending, and now, both have small businesses in the keys. They both have small children and love raising their families here. Jen and Joni enjoy giving back to the community by volunteering their time; they work with the Conch Scramble every year to raise money and have volunteered for Voices for Florida Keys Children many years. Providing healthcare to those who need it is so important to them after watching their mother struggle with her health and also struggle financially.  When she did pass, this community came together and showed their family immense support. So, both giving back to the community and providing healthcare, are causes near and dear to their hearts. They love the mission of the Good Health Clinic and hope to earn the title of Big Kahuna to help continue to bring health care to those that need it in Monroe County.

“We are excited to be running for the title of Big Kahuna this year! We personally know many people that have benefited from the important services Good Health Clinic provides to our community, and are honored to be helping their cause. Let’s spread the aloha!”