The MS Center of SWFL
Board of DirectorsThe all-volunteer Board of Directors, is comprised of local professionals who provide a well-balanced base of knowledge. Its members, both employed and retired, include those from legal, medical, and business backgrounds.
Our directors have either a personal or professional connection to multiple sclerosis, which provides a first-hand perspective as to the needs of our community. The board’s commitment is driven by a desire to serve others as well as a shared goal to improve the quality of life for people suffering from multiple sclerosis.

Jeanne Larson
Chair
Trust Administration Officer, Finemark National Bank

Kevin Hallinan
Vice-Chair / Treasurer
Retired Price Waterhouse Audit Partner and CPA

Suzanne McGuire
Secretary
Suzanne McGuire Broker Owner of Go McGuire Group and Principal Broker for Next Home Coast2Coast

Shannon Diener
Immediate Past Chair
Owner – MSD Property Management Company

Peter DeFresco
Board Member
Retired Travel
Company Owner

Dayna Harpster
Board Member
Communications Specialist at WGCU Public Media

Michael "Mic" Lundon
Board Member
Executive Director,
Private Wealth
Advisor USB Private
Wealth Management
The Stephens Group

Dr. Shane Smith
Board Member
Doctor of Physical Therapy and Owner of Naples Premier Therapy

Charles Stanisce
Board Member
Customer Growth
Strategist NoviAMS
About
Multiple Sclerosis Center of Southwest Florida
The Multiple Sclerosis Center of Southwest Florida is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has served the community since 2000. Its mission is to improve the quality of life for those in Southwest Florida affected by multiple sclerosis. Services include specialized exercise classes, care coordination, art therapy, mental health counseling, support groups, connection to resources, and educational activities.
The MS Center is not a chapter of a national organization. All donations received stay here in Southwest Florida to serve our local community.