Candidate: Gabby Rothman

Candidate

Gabby Rothman is running for Tax Collector of St. Lucie County to ensure exceptional customer service, improved accessibility to government services for all residents, and responsible fiscal management – key elements in maintaining the quality of life in a rapidly growing county. As an experienced leader with deep roots within the county, Gabby combines professionalism and dedication by leveraging personal and professional experience spanning several decades to create positive change across various sectors within St. Lucie County.

Personal

A resident of St. Lucie County since 1984, Gabby and her husband Jerry, a career law enforcement officer, have been married for 33 years.They are the proud parents of Alec, a John Carroll High School graduate. Gabby is well-prepared to lead, committed to continuous improvement, and has a vision for a better future. In steadfast commitment, Gabby has diligently fundraised hundreds of thousands of charitable dollars for local nonprofit organizations and worthy causes. 

Gabby is a servant leader who is solution-focused, ethical, galvanizing, forward-thinking, trustworthy, and determined to make a positive difference in the lives she touches.

Professional Experience

Thirty-four years of working under three Constitutional Officers within the Public Defender's Office have given Gabby unparalleled insight into what it takes to uphold the highest standards of conduct and transparency while responsibly managing taxpayer funds.Throughout her illustrious career, she established herself as one of the region's preeminent experts in training methodologies, talent development, cohesive teams, and organizational prowess. 

Gabby knows first-hand the hard work, commitment, perseverance, and sacrifice to maintain public trust and making fiduciary budget decisions with taxpayer dollars. She remains actively engaged in civic life and continually seeks to foster relationships built on mutual trust with local government and community leaders.

Education

With more than three decades of experience working in a public organization and extensive involvement in philanthropic activities, executive board governance, and leadership, Gabby believes leading the Tax Collector’s Office begins with higher education in understanding complex issues, critical thinking, and research applications to benefit all residents. Gabby’s education includes a bachelor's degree in management from Barry University. In addition, Gabby is currently completing her master’s degree in public administration as well as acquiring superlative professional leadership training in public organizations to serve all residents of at the executive level of local government.

Plan

Gabby pledges to uphold the highest levels of professionalism in the Tax Collector's Office. As a fiscally conservative agent, she will eliminate wasteful spending and optimize every dollar. Gabby shall provide additional fee-generating services previously overlooked within Florida statutory guidelines.Gabby is committed to providing budget transparency along with her exemplary track record proves she will lead with a community-focused leadership approach to the government.

Gabby promises to be a Tax Collector looking out for taxpayers and residents, including seniors, business owners, and working families. In addition, she has a solid plan to create superior efficiencies that expand service hours to reduce wait times. Finally, Gabby states she will strive for continued efforts to research and secure tax-saving solutions within Florida statutory guidelines for the St. Lucie County government and residents with accuracy, truthfulness, and secure customer data.

Local Affiliations

Fort Pierce Rotary, Member

TCRWF (Treasure Coast Republican Women Federated), Member

Little Birthday Angels, Founding Board Member and Executive Director of Community

 Engagement 2015-2017

P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization), 2014-Lifetime membership

GraceWay Village, Executive Board Vice President, 2012-2015

Daniel M. Foundation, Executive Board Member, 2012-2015

United Way of St Lucie County, Community Investment Panel Executive 2009-2014

United Way of St. Lucie County, Loaned Executive, 2004-2011

Outstanding Awards

2019 Family Meals, Inc. Fundraising Volunteer winner

2018 Team Tommy Fundraising winner

2016 Fort Pierce Rotary “Randy Osteen” Outstanding Community Volunteer winner

2016 AFP (Association of Fundraising Professionals) National Philanthropy Day Non-

    Profit and Human Services nominee

2016 Mayor of Fort Pierce, Volunteer of the Month award

2016 Fort Pierce Police Athletic League, Grand Champion winner

2014 United Way of St. Lucie County “Spirit of St. Lucie” Community Angel

  award

2011 John Carroll High School Outstanding Parent Volunteer Award

2002 St. Lucie County Bar Association Award for Exceptional and Innovative

 Community Service

2002 United Way of St. Lucie County Outstanding Campaign Volunteer Award

2001 Circuit Judge L.B, Vocelle Outstanding Volunteer in Pro Bono Work Award