6 Rollins Alumni Recognized as Orlando’s Most Influential Leaders
Six Rollins graduates have been selected in Orlando Business Journal’s 2025 Most Influential Leaders list, spotlighting how their leadership, innovation, and community impact are shaping Central Florida’s future.
December 19, 2025
Orlando Business Journal has announced its 2025 Most Influential Leaders list, and six Rollins graduates are among this year’s honorees. Each year, the publication highlights professionals who lead with integrity, prioritize their teams, and use their influence to strengthen Central Florida’s business community. The 2025 honorees represent a wide range of industries, from technology and health care to education, hospitality, and public service.
Nominated by their peers, these leaders exemplify excellence in their professions and a steadfast commitment to making the region a better place to live and work. Here’s a look at how these global citizens and responsible leaders are making a difference in their fields and communities.
Rebekah Arthur ’10
President and CEO, Seminole County Chamber
International business major Rebekah Arthur ’10 leads the Seminole County Chamber as president and CEO, giving her team “the power and trust to do what they need to succeed.” Over the past year, she guided the organization to earn five-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce—an elite distinction held by only a handful of chambers in Florida—and has leveraged the Chamber’s voice to advance major regional initiatives, from infrastructure improvements like the 417–Orlando Sanford Airport connection to statewide policies on EV charger installation.
John R. Gill ’89MBA
President and CEO, Quest Inc.
As president and CEO of Quest Inc., Crummer Graduate School of Business graduate John R. Gill ’89MBA guides with active listening, frontline engagement, and what he describes as the understanding that “the team I get to lead has given me permission to lead them.” Quest is Central Florida’s leading provider of services for individuals with developmental disabilities, empowering more than 1,000 children and adults each day to learn, work, live independently, and reach their full potential. Under Gill’s guidance, Quest recently celebrated a major milestone with the construction of the new Quest Kids Academy, a state-of-the-art campus designed to enrich the learning and life experiences of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Gill also invests in his staff through initiatives like tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance.
Frank Martz ’66
City manager, City of Altamonte Springs
Frank Martz ’66 has led the Altamonte Springs community to national acclaim grounded in the belief that “to be a great leader, your team must believe in who you are and what you stand for.” Under his direction, the city has maintained more than 13 consecutive years of debt-free operations, launched pioneering initiatives in mobility, water sustainability, and STEM education, and opened the Altamonte Global Innovation Lab to unite regional partners around forward-thinking solutions. Martz’s influence extends far beyond city limits as he builds public-private partnerships, champions long-term impact over short-term gains, and fosters a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to serve their community.
Tony Massey ’12MBA
President and CEO, Massey Services Inc.
Tony Massey ’12MBA brings more than four decades of industry expertise to the second-generation family company, guiding the organization to its 40th consecutive year of profitable growth. A graduate of Rollins’ Crummer Graduate School of Business—where he completed the executive MBA and now serves on the dean’s advisory board—Massey remains deeply connected to the College, most recently by giving a $2 million gift from the Harvey and Carol Massey Foundation to support the school’s new Institute for Management & Executive Leadership facility. Known for a leadership style centered on constant improvement, he champions a culture of care that includes holding health-care premiums flat for employees for 13 years. His regional impact extends across Central Florida through service on the Florida Council of 100, the Orlando Economic Partnership’s Governor’s Council, and the Alzheimer’s Association of Central Florida, bolstered by his family foundation’s support of health, arts, and cultural initiatives.
Lindsay Muscato ’07
Founder, TELETIES
As founder of TELETIES, Lindsay Muscato ’07 has turned a simple idea into a nationally recognized accessories brand anchored in innovation, philanthropy, and Florida-grown entrepreneurial spirit. An art history major turned serial entrepreneur, Muscato leads with a blend of trust, creativity, and empowered collaboration: “I’m a big believer in thinking outside the box. To be successful, you have to take action, trust your team, and be willing to adjust as you go.” Under her leadership, TELETIES has achieved major national expansion over the past year, deepening its presence at Target, Dick’s, and Kroger. Committed to community impact, Muscato recently launched a partnership with AdventHealth that gives back locally and introduced summer hours to promote work-life balance across her fast-growing organization.
Mark Shanoff ’98
Superintendent, School District of Osceola County
Under his direction, Mark Shanoff ’98 has steered one of Florida’s fastest-growing districts to significant academic and operational gains. Osceola County has matched or outpaced statewide growth in 17 of 22 performance areas—from English/language arts and math to science and social studies—while achieving up to 6 percent increases in overall grade components and earning “A” or “B” ratings across all high schools. The elementary education major has also led strategic expansion to keep pace with rapid population growth, opening two new K–8 schools and breaking ground on major new campuses. Strengthening the educational future of Osceola County, Shanoff has introduced new recruitment initiatives that include trips to Puerto Rico and partnerships with Valencia College. The district’s teacher retention is up by 10 percent, with new teacher retention up by 21 percent.
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