Meet The Staff

Henry J. Amaya, CCM, CAM

General Manager/COO
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(239) 482-4540

A native Colombian, Henry immigrated to the United States in 1999 to pursue a master’s degree in computers. There, he would discover his passion for the hospitality industry. While managing an upscale restaurant in Greenwich, Connecticut, he was presented with the opportunity to cross over into the private Country Club sector at the famed Sleepy Hollow Country Club. Henry was an integral part of the 20-million-dollar renovation of the Main Clubhouse, Pool Clubhouse, and Tennis Courts of Sleepy Hollow. His tenure at the Rivera Country Club also presented a great canvas to craft his skills and knowledge; it was a platinum club that opened year-round and had over 1300 members. Working in a club that operates at total member capacity year-round takes on different challenges and fine-tuned the strategic planning necessary to join departments, set goals, and cross-train successfully. Thus this enabled him to host the University of Miami dinner, the Orange Bowl Gala Dinner, and many other significant events. At River Crest Country Club as Clubhouse Manager, Henry managed 11 different departments, created multiple budgets, and hosted a private luncheon with Laura Bush, fundraisers for Ted Cruz, Debutante Galas, and White Glove Synchronized Dinner Balls to a Lockheed Martin Company reception for 1200 people. When Henry and his wife decided to find a home, the goal was to build a life and plan for retirement, This led them to Naples, Florida, and Legends Golf and Country Club, where he acquired skills in the inner workings of a bundled community. He was part of the 4.5 million dollar renovation of the Sunset Grill, Pool Area, Pickleball Courts, and Parking Areas. Henry formed great relationships with superiors, peers, members, and staff along the way. Henry continues to acquire more knowledge and expertise in the field by attending educational conferences, workshops, seminars, and classes; he has achieved CCM and CAM designations. His focus is on improving every aspect of a community for the betterment of the entire membership, creating a team environment within each department, and working toward a common goal as one unit. Henry leads by example and encourages others to strive to reach their full potential. Henry is equally dedicated to his family. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Monica, and their children, three dogs, traveling, food and wine, and the love of movies.

Trish Sorce

Executive Assistant
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(239) 482-4540

Trish was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, and moved to Florida with her husband, Pat, and 3 children, Brittani, Carmine, and Brianne in 2001. She currently resides in Cape Coral. Trish worked as an Executive Secretary at Thomas & Betts Corporation, the very first designer and manufacturer of zip ties, better known as cable ties. She worked there for 10 years before resigning to become a stay-at-home mom. Trish and her husband then operated a successful family-owned construction business for the next 14 years before deciding to move to Florida. In 2003, Trish began working at Seven Lakes as a part-time Administrative Assistant and then became full-time in 2005. In 2017, she became the Executive Assistant to former General Manager, Tim Day. She recently celebrated her 20th anniversary with Seven Lakes on February 25th! Trish is amazed at the changes she has seen in her many years here, which include the reconstruction of The Tee Room and remodeling of the Atrium. In her free time, Trish enjoys painting ceramics, cooking, and spending time with her husband, children, and 2 beautiful granddaughters, Olivia and Gia. 
 

Brianne Lawrence, CAM

CAM Manager
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(239) 482-4540

Brianne was born in Edison, New Jersey, and grew up right here in Southwest Florida. She graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2019 with her bachelor's in political science and a minor in Terrorism Studies & national security. Initially, she wanted to work for the government as an intelligence analyst. However, at the age of 26, Brianne was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer, which set her career back. She maintained her position at Seven Lakes instead and chose to grow here. After winning her fight against cancer, she received her CAM license in June of 2022. Brianne enjoys learning and hopes to potentially manage a community on her own someday. In her free time, she enjoys baking and spending time with her two nieces, who are very special to her. 
 

Linda Beck

Finance Director
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(239) 482-4540

Originally from Rockford, Illinois, Linda lived in the surrounding area until moving to Cape Coral nearly three years ago. She attended Rock Valley College and Sauk Valley College before beginning a 40-year career in accounting—spending 20 years in the private sector and 20 years in local government, including four years as a county treasurer. She has 34-year-old twins: her daughter, Carissa, lives in central Illinois with her husband and their two children, and her son, Derek, lives in northern Colorado, working as an electrical lineman. She stays closely connected with both, enjoying regular calls and visits when possible. Her free time is spent enjoying local beaches, listening to live music, and gardening when the weather allows. She also enjoys trying new recipes. She considers raising her children her proudest accomplishment, and values the strong relationship she shares with them and their families.

Philip Masi

Communications Director
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(239) 214-7025

Phil is a Florida local, born in Fort Myers. With over 25 IT certifications, he graduated from Dunbar High School's Academy for Technological Excellence. After high school, Phil joined the workforce and garnered over 8 years of experience in the Food & Beverage industry. From running food to serving tables, bartending, dishwashing, cooking, and front-of-house management, he has practically seen it all. Although he has worked other jobs in between, hospitality is what he returned to, working at Legends Golf & Country Club for over 3 years. He joined the Seven Lakes Team in 2022, working in the Tee Room, and loves interacting with the residents. Although he is no longer serving drinks in the bar, Phil is now using his technological knowledge to serve residents from the Administration side. He has a sister and two nieces, who mean a lot to him. In his free time, he may be cooking, drawing, playing guitar, or reading.

Manuel Jamin

Maintenance Manager
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(239) 489-4434

Manuel commenced his career in construction and facilities maintenance in Guam, where he served as a commercial and industrial electrician. His areas of expertise encompass electrical and mechanical installations, and he has led both military and civilian projects. Raised in Guam and the Philippines, Manuel pursued his higher education at National University in Manila. Before relocating to Florida, he attained certification as a Master Electrician and acquired a contractor's license in Guam. In 2002, Manuel transitioned to Florida, where he continued his professional journey as a building electrician before permanently moving into facilities and maintenance management. He held the position of Plant Supervisor at The Terraces, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Bonita Springs, Florida, and most recently served as the Manager of Buildings and Grounds at Moorings Park, another CCRC located in Naples, Florida. Manuel exhibits a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all residents while effectively managing staff to ensure resident satisfaction. He has been married for 41 years and is the father of three children. In his leisure time, he enjoys traveling, cruising, and gardening.

Nikki Scozzafava

Project Manager
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(239) 482-0071

Nikki Scozzafava is deeply involved in major association and condominium projects around the community. This includes painting projects, roofing, window replacements, carports, and various other projects. She works closely with contractors and Condominium Representatives to help ensure projects are properly coordinated, completed on schedule, and aligned with the community’s long-term maintenance and improvement goals. brings leadership experience in property management office operations and construction project management, and believes she will be a strong asset to the team at Seven Lakes. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family, and relaxing with a good Cabernet. She is also a proud wife and mother of two teenagers who keep life busy and fun.

Siobhan Sotir

Lifestyle Director
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(239) 481-6061

Siobhan brings over two decades of experience in Lifestyle programming to Seven Lakes. Siobhan has worked on both the East and West Coasts of Florida and has managed a wide variety of departments and amenities including lifestyle, fitness, salon services, pastoral care, transportation, security, concierge, and golf. She has a tremendous amount of experience with lifestyle programming and has spent a great deal of her career working in senior living for companies such as Marriott Senior Living, Vi Living, and most recently, at a boutique community on the way to Marco Island. Siobhan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences and a Master’s degree in Management. When she is not working, she can be found spending time with her husband exploring all that the Gulf Coast has to offer.

Bruce Zergott

Grounds Manager
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(239) 489-4434

Bruce has been employed at Seven Lakes for over 17 years. In 1986, he moved to Fort Myers and started working in the landscape lawn service field, and then became a chef for the local culinary school in the 90's. Bruce worked both jobs for many years and became the Assistant Chef at the Culinary School. Past clients include Country Stars Alabama, Terri Clark, Trace Adkins, Jimmy Buffet, Paul Lynn, and Walter Cronkite, just to name a few. He has been married to his wife for almost 30 years and has an 18-year-old daughter who will be attending the University of Florida. During his free time, Bruce enjoys fishing, golfing and traveling.

Troy Speckman, PGA

Head Golf Professional
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(239) 481-6560

Troy grew up in Fort Myers and graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Criminology and Political Science. After attending FSU, Troy accepted an Assistant Golf Professional position at Boca West Country Club. After nearly 10 years in Boca Raton, Troy, and his family moved back to Fort Myers. In 2002, Troy opened The Club at Renaissance as the First Assistant and then opened the Plantation Golf and Country Club as the Head Professional. After nearly 4 years at Plantation, Troy moved on to Herons Glen as the Head Professional. Troy was also the Interim General Manager at San Carlos Golf Course and was most recently the 1st Assistant Professional at The Dunes on Sanibel. Troy is excited about the opportunities that Seven Lakes presents him and has brought with him a vast array of golf operations knowledge.

Mitch Miller

Director of Golf Course Maintenance
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(239) 489-4434

Mitch Miller was born and raised in Barrington, Illinois, and relocated to Fort Myers during high school. He earned his A.S. degree from Edison Community College (now Florida SouthWestern State College) while launching his career in turfgrass management. With nearly 30 years of experience on private, semi-private, and resort golf courses, Mitch has built a strong reputation for his expertise in Bermudagrass and landscape maintenance. His passion for the outdoors matches his deep understanding of the golf industry. A devoted Cubs fan, Mitch enjoys baseball, fishing, and golf, and looks forward to sharing these passions with his two grandchildren.

Susan Ross

Restaurant Manager
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(239) 433-0047

Born in Jeannette, Pennsylvania, Susan studied business at Jeannette Senior College before eventually embarking on a career in hospitality spanning over 20 years. She moved to Florida in 2021 and worked on a private island in Cabbage Key as a staff member at the restaurant and inn. She later moved to St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands to work as the Food & Beverage Manager of a resort. In 2023, she moved back to Southwest Florida, working at a few local restaurants until she found Seven Lakes. In October, we welcomed Susan to the Seven Lakes team as our Bartender Supervisor in the Tee Room. In her role, Susan works closely with the restaurant manager, assisting with bartending, supervising the front of house staff, and managing office demands. Susan hopes to utilize her wealth of experience to help ensure smooth operations and exceptional service for our residents. Outside of work, Susan enjoys playing billiards, reading, and relaxing on the sunny beaches of Southwest Florida. Susan considers her daughter as her greatest accomplishment in life.

Feliciano "Chino" Perez

Executive Chef
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(239) 433-0047

Feliciano Perez was born and raised in Fort Myers, where family and community shaped his early years. He began his culinary journey at home, discovering his love for the kitchen alongside his mom and three sisters. That passion carried him into cooking at Bonita Terraces, where he learned the basics of working in a commercial kitchen. He eventually moved on to Stonebridge Country Club, where he honed his talents and worked his way up to being a Sous Chef. After 11 years of service at Stonebridge, Chino sought greater opportunity as an Executive Chef and found Seven Lakes. Outside of work, Chino finds joy in fishing, golfing, and watching anime. Above all, he cherishes time with his fiancée as they build their future together.