Farhat named Nemours chief of urology, vice chair of surgery
Nemours Children’s Health has announced Walid A. Farhat, M.D., as division chief of urology, and vice chair of the Department of Surgery, for Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville.
“Dr. Farhat brings to Nemours Children’s Health an accomplished career in pediatric urology, and we look forward to the expertise he will bring to our team,” said Andrew Stec, M.D., vice president and chief medical officer of Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville. “With Dr. Farhat’s leadership, we will amplify our efforts to provide the highest quality of care and look forward to the many discoveries and advancements ahead that will benefit those entrusted to our care.”
Farhat is an internationally recognized pediatric urologist with more than two decades of experience advancing minimally invasive surgery, complex congenital urologic care and outcomes driven pediatric urology. He has authored more than 260 peer reviewed publications, contributed to more than 25 book chapters and co edited foundational texts in pediatric urology, bioengineering and surgical innovation.
A primary focus of Farhat’s work has been the care of children with bowel and bladder dysfunction, where he helped establish standardized clinical assessment tools, multidisciplinary care pathways and population level approaches to care. His research highlights the interaction between congenital urologic conditions, chronic symptoms, psychosocial factors and long term quality of life, advancing a more integrated and family centered model of pediatric urology.
NAI Hallmark promotes Kay to first vice president post
NAI Hallmark has announced the promotion of Austin Kay to first vice president, director of retail brokerage. In this expanded leadership role, Kay will oversee the firm’s retail brokerage platform while driving strategic growth and team expansion across Northeast Florida.
With more than 12 years of experience in commercial real estate, Kay has been a key contributor to NAI Hallmark’s success, bringing deep expertise in retail brokerage, tenant representation and landlord advisory services. Over the course of his career, he has taken part in numerous high-profile transactions and has built a strong reputation for delivering solutions for clients throughout the region.
In his new role, Kay will focus on expanding NAI Hallmark’s retail brokerage services in Jacksonville, mentoring a high-performing team, strengthening client relationships and supporting retailers and landlords with site selection, leasing strategy and market expansion.
Evans named top 5 broker at Transworld Business Advisors
Nocatee resident Bianca Evans, a business broker with Transworld Business Advisors, has been recognized as one of the company’s top performers for 2025, ranking in the top five brokers across the entire organization. With more than 1,000 brokers worldwide, the distinction places Evans among the most elite business brokerage professionals in the industry.
Evans’ ranking puts her in rare company and underscores her reputation as one of the most successful business brokers in the United States.
Over the course of her career, Evans has successfully closed 236 transactions, helping business owners navigate the complex process of selling their companies and transitioning to the next chapter of their lives.
Liantonio named president at NXTPoint Logistics
NXTPoint Logistics, a provider of logistics and supply chain solutions, has announced the appointment of Mike Liantonio as its new president. Liantonio brings a wealth of experience and a track record of successful leadership in the third-party logistics, supply chain and distribution industries, spanning more than three decades.
Liantonio most recently served as chief executive officer of Wrist Ship Supply’s North and Central America regions. Wrist Ship Supply is the world’s largest global marine supply company, supplying food and non-food products to all maritime vessels, cruise ships and the offshore oil and gas industry.
Before his tenure at Wrist Ship Supply, Liantonio held key roles in companies within the logistics sector, including FedEx Supply Chain Solutions, Yusen Logistics, Momentum Transportation, CSX and i2 Technologies.
WJCT Public Media appoints Cirillo interim president, CEO
Geri Cirillo has been appointed interim president and CEO of WJCT Public Media. Her selection was unanimously approved by the organization’s Board of Trustees.
Cirillo has held various leadership roles at WJCT Public Media through a career spanning more than 30 years, most recently as senior vice president and chief operating officer. Her appointment follows the retirement of David McGowan as president and CEO on April 17.
Cirillo’s selection ensures consistency in the organization’s executive team. Together with Editorial Director Jessica Palombo and Vice President of Development Sarah Dobson, Cirillo will continue to grow the organization’s multi-platform reach and community-focused programming.
Parry named MountainStar Partners chief operating officer
MountainStar Partners has announced the appointment of Jason Parry as chief operating officer, marking a meaningful full-circle moment as Parry returns to the firm where he worked to launch a major orthodontic initiative nearly a decade ago.
Based in Ponte Vedra Beach, with additional offices in Vail, Colorado, and Atlanta, Georgia, MountainStar Partners welcomed Parry back to the organization at a pivotal stage of growth. As COO, he will focus on strengthening operational clarity and alignment across the firm, enhancing cross-functional communication and building the processes and accountability needed to support scalable, long-term success.
Parry holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University and an MBA from the University of North Florida. He is also active in community and entrepreneurial development, serving as a mentor and adviser to organizations including GrowFL, Economic Gardening, the UNF Center for Entrepreneurial
Innovations, Renaissance Jacksonville, and Yoga4Change. His community involvement reflects a leadership philosophy grounded in trust, collaboration, and long-term value creation.
— Compiled by Shaun Ryan
