Biz Buzz: Council on Aging names new CEO

Ormond Beach Observer
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Also: FUTURES promotes STEM learning

COA under new leadership

The Council on Aging has announced that Sarah F. Gurtis, former corporate development officer at Camp Boggy Creek, has been named CEO. A longtime resident of New Smyrna Beach, she has been on several boards including the Daytona Beach Chamber of Commerce, Halifax Area Advertising Authority, Heart of Florida United Way, Boy’s Town, Junior League and others.

Students to study at museum

FUTURES Foundation for Volusia County recently received a $2,000 grant from AT&T to be used to engage students in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) careers. AT&T is working with the Consortium of Florida Education Foundation to provide grants throughout the state.

Students will work with the Museum of Arts and Sciences in Daytona Beach to produce three-dimensional models using a 3-D printer, according to a statement from FUTURES. The students will work with scientists, and will be tested to see if there is an increased in STEM after the internships.

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