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PBC Parks Assistant Director Installed as FRPA President

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PBC Parks Assistant Director Installed as FRPA President

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Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Assistant Director, Jennifer Cirillo, was installed as President of the Florida Recreation and Park Association on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 during FRPA’s Annual Conference at the Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate.

Passionate about community building and service through leadership, Jennifer has been in public service for more than sixteen years and previously held leadership posts in both the non-profit and private industry sectors. She has served on the Florida Recreation and Park Association Board of Directors for four years.

She holds a MBA with a specialization in Sports Administration from Lynn University, a B.S. in International Business from Florida Atlantic University, and an A.A. in Business Administration from Broward State College where she attended on a full basketball scholarship. She is a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional and was fortunate to be born within walking distance of Presque Isle State Park in Erie, PA, sparking her passion for natural land stewardship at an early age. 

About Florida Recreation and Park Association:
The Florida Recreation and Park Association (FRPA) was established in 1942 as an organization dedicated to the promotion, preservation, advancement, and advocacy of the Parks and Recreation profession. FRPA is directed by a volunteer Board of Directors and an Executive office located in Tallahassee, FL. Members are professionals working for federal, state and local park, recreation department and leisure service agencies throughout the state of Florida.

About Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation:
The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department, recognized nationally for excellence in park and recreation management, operates more than 110 parks and recreational facilities and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. Visit www.pbcparks.com for more information. Please check the COVID-19 Tab on our website at www.pbcparks.com​ for updates regarding the reopening of all amenities in county-operated parks.

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