District Leaders
District Leaders
As a proud part of Rotary District 6950, the Belleair Rotary Club in Belleair, FL is honored to work alongside visionary leaders who guide and support Rotary Clubs across Pinellas County and the surrounding region. These district leaders are instrumental in promoting Rotary’s mission, strengthening club operations, and inspiring service projects that make a measurable difference—both locally and globally.
Rotary District 6950 Leadership
Our district leaders provide:
- Strategic direction and mentorship for clubs throughout the district
- Resources and training for club presidents and officers
- Oversight of district-wide service initiatives and fundraising efforts
- Support for youth programs, scholarships, and international service campaigns
- A united vision to grow Rotary’s impact across West Central Florida
We recognize and thank the dedicated men and women in Rotary District 6950 who empower local clubs like ours in Belleair to thrive and lead with purpose.
Their leadership helps ensure that clubs throughout the district stay true to Rotary values—Service Above Self, fellowship, diversity, integrity, and leadership.
Learn More About Rotary District 6950
For more information on our district’s goals, upcoming training sessions, and leadership events, visit the Rotary District 6950 website.
Partnering for Greater Impact
With the guidance of district leadership and our Belleair-based team, we continue to build stronger communities and foster deeper connections throughout Pinellas County and beyond.
District Leaders

Mark Allen Middleton
District Governor

Stefanie A. Pontlitz
District Administrator

Eric Ladd Johnson
District Governor-Elect

David B Ghingher
District Governor-Nominee

Stephanie Zaragoza
District Governor-Nominee Designate

Rebecca Bennett
District Immediate Past DG - iPDG

Michael J. Chapman
District Vice-Governor

Julie Cotton
District Treasurer

Hiep Minh Tang
TRF - District The Rotary Foundation Chair

Christopher Casella
District Chief of Staff

Evie Parks
Member

Nicole Deese Newlon
District Legal Counsel

Eric Douglas Sr.
District Membership Chair

Troy Kenlan Willingham
District Trainer

Anngeolace Blue-McLean
District Assistant Governor AG (Area 8)

Charles A. Rogers
TRF - District The Rotary Foundation Chair

Randy Mcelwain Nilsson
District CART Chair

Carol L. Kinnard
District Diversity & Inclusion Chair

Eric H. Hoyer
District Environment Chair

Alison Lucien
District Human Trafficking Chair

Sandra Jean Lilo
District International Services Chair

Troy K. Willingham
District COG, Chancellor

Paul Jay Friedlander
District Membership Chair

Eloy L. Nunez
District Peace & Conflict Resolution Chair

Jamie Mick
District RLI Chair

Edward Turschmann
District Rotary Youth Exchange Chair

Jeremiah Y Khokhar
District Public Image/PR Chair

Edward J. Hallock
District S4TL Chair

Richard M Wright
District Sgt. at Arms

Amber Ashford
District Water Projects Chair

Dominique Connell
District Water Projects Chair