SARASOTA, FL – Sarasota Partner Meghan Serrano has been named the 2020 Board Member of the Year by the Florida Area Council for the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. This prestigious honor recognizes Serrano’s unwavering commitment to empower youth to achieve their full potential at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County. Since 1970, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County have played an integral role in the Sarasota County community, providing daily programs and services to thousands of young people. Meghan joined the Board of Directors at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County in 2016. While she is currently chair-elect, her dedication to the organization goes far beyond the boardroom through youth mentorship, legal counseling, financial support and visionary leadership.

“Meghan has played an instrumental role in helping us grow into one of the leading youth-serving organizations in the area,” said Bill Sadlo, President/CEO at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County. “While she lends her expertise in law, board governance and strategic planning, Meghan embodies our mission and inspires our community’s future leaders to excel in school, discover their passion and explore career paths.”

Meghan is board certified in business litigation by The Florida Bar, and focuses her practice in business disputes, representing business owners, employers, and property owners in both state and federal court at the trial level and on appeal.

To learn more about the Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota and this prestigious award, visit their website found here.

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