If you’re local, you know her. If you’re on Lake Nona social media pages, you know her. If you’re a large community influence like she is, you know her! An immense name in Lake Nona is The Kendrick Team, and this month, our Nona Hero is one-half of that team. She is a woman of kindness, faith and endless grace; our hero is Yvette Kendrick. After she spent the majority of … [Read more...]

Gail Chase, an experienced educator and theatre extraordinaire, is a comforting soul who is heroic in the way she has devoted her time and energy to high school students. She is a staple in the Lake Nona High School community and is well-loved for her warmth and immense passion for education. Chase came to us at the same time Lake Nona High School did. She has been … [Read more...]

Navy senior chief and nuclear missile technician Derrick Rende has been in Lake Nona for one year after his home port became Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. In his current day-to-day position, he is responsible for missile technician training and inspections for U.S. ballistic missile submarines. His extensive history of service depicts a man of honor and heroism. With … [Read more...]