From family-owned markets to fusion eateries, area Asian fare thrives
From family-owned markets to glam fusion restaurants, Palm Beach County’s Asian food scene is thriving.
In our weekly list of business people on the move, we highlight Palm Beach County professionals who are making a difference. These are people from across the spectrum of public and private endeavors, those working in charities, court houses, private practices and beyond. They are moving up within their industry, advancing their careers and standing out for their services within our community.
Here are this week’s professional standouts:
Lord’s Place names CEO
The Lord’s Place recently announced the appointment of Christine Frederick as the social impact agency’s next chief executive officer. After an eight-month national search and thorough screening and evaluation process of close to 100 candidates, the CEO search committee with unanimous approval of the board of directors confidently selected Frederick as the next permanent leader to continue to grow and inspire the agency’s 45-year mission of breaking the cycle of homelessness in Palm Beach County.
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League names director of operations
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League has announced that Alex Serrano is the organization’s new director of operations. Born and raised in Miami, Serrano has a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from the University of Florida. While in school, she worked as an emergency technician at the UF Small Animal Hospital, assisting in high-stress emergency cases and surgeries, which deepened her commitment to helping animals in need. Serrano joined Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League in 2022 as the clinic and safety net manager. Now, as director of operations, she is dedicated to optimizing shelter operations, expanding community partnerships, and improving outcomes for pets and their families. Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League is an independent nonprofit organization, operating continuously since 1925. Peggy Adams provides critical services to more than 35,000 animals each year and collaborates with local area organizations to expand the lifesaving work in Palm Beach County.
Endodontic care center in West Palm Beach welcomes doctor
Located in West Palm Beach, Endodontic Associates of the Palm Beaches recently welcomed Dr. Sandra N. Ghattas to their practice. The Houston, Texas native attended Texas A&M and University of Texas-Clear Lake. Endodontic Associates of the Palm Beaches is exclusively dedicated to endodontic care.
Boca Raton/New York City firm bolsters ranks with latest addition
Veteran estate planning attorney Chioma Deere has joined the South Florida office of Schwartz Sladkus Reich Greenberg Atlas LLP as senior counsel. Deere focuses her practice on wills and trusts, probate administration, Medicaid planning, and nursing home protection. She operated her own firm, Deere Law Firm, for nearly four years before joining SSRGA. SSRGA has offices in Boca Raton and New York City.
Place of Hope fills two leadership positions
Place of Hope recently celebrated 25 years of service to children and families in Palm Beach County and has filled several senior leadership positions. Gina Franano has been named vice president of advancement for mid county and Robin Friedman was named vice president of philanthropy. Place of Hope is dedicated to providing a stable and loving environment for children, youth and families in crisis. They are committed to meeting desperate needs in our community by sharing God’s love and placing hope in their lives- one life at a time. They have five campus locations in Palm Beach and Martin Counties.
County nursing center wins three distinctions for excellence
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County’s Skilled Nursing Center (formerly Healey Center) recently earned three prestigious distinctions for nursing home excellence. These include Newsweek’s “America’s Best Nursing Homes 2025,” U.S. News & World Report’s highest honor for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, and the 2024 Silver National Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living. The Health Care District’s Skilled Nursing Center is home to a younger adult population than most nursing facilities, with an average resident age of 65, many of whom have experienced traumatic injuries, strokes, or debilitating illnesses.
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Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at [email protected]. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.
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