ACHIEVEMENTS
ALL ACHIEVEMENTS
AWARDS & COMMENDATIONS
MEMBERSHIPS
EDUCATION
CURRENT AND FORMER COMMUNITY SERVICE
ALL ACHIEVEMENTS
Awards & Commendations
Florida Association of Counties, Presidential Advocacy Award, 2013
Broward County Business & Professional Women’s Network Professional Award, 2013
African American Achievers Business & Entrepreneurism Honoree, 2014
Legacy Honors: Most Powerful Black Professionals in Business & Industry, 2014
Davie Community Worship Center, Inc. Distinguished Recognition Award, 2014
Small County Coalition: Outstanding Leader Award, 2016
March of Dimes Woman of Distinction, 2017
FAC Presidential Award, 2017
United Nations Association of the USA Global Partnership Award, 2018
FAC Presidential Award, 2018
Broward County Women’s Hall of Fame 2019 Induction
Broward Women Making History, 2020
Distinguished Service Award from First Data’s Black Leadership Council to Mayor Barbara Sharief for your exceptional leadership, devoted service and impact in the South Florida CommunityFebruary 21, 2017 |
Certificate of Appreciation from the Greater Sunrise Democratic ClubFebruary 9, 2017 To honor Mayor Barbara Sharief for your strong leadership and being an advocate for all citizens: promoting business growth, protecting citizens in times of crisis, and promoting tolerance and equality for all. |
Keynote Speaker at the 2016 Hope South Florida GalaNovember 4, 2016 |
Certificate of Appreciation and heartfelt thanks for your support from the National Junior Honor Society of Henry D. Middle SchoolMay 20, 2016 |
Certificate of Appreciation from The Hispanic Vote for your continuous support of our OrganizationFebruary 25, 2015 |
African-American Achievers Award2014 At the annual celebration, African-American leaders — including one high school senior — are honored for enriching the quality of life in South Florida. The adult Achievers are selected in the categories of Arts & Culture, Business & Entrepreneurism, Community Service and Education. |
Mayor, Broward County Board of County CommissionersNovember 2013, November 2016 – Current As Mayor, Sharief’s theme is “Broward Means Business.” She promotes small business throughout the county and several County, State, and Federal programs that help mentor and finance Broward County businesses. |
Vice-Mayor, Broward CountySharief served as Vice-Mayor of Broward County while Kristin Jacobs was the Mayor. She has spent a large portion of that time advocating for the much needed funding of programs to reduce homelessness. |
Political Official of the Year, Legacy MagazineApril 2014 A committee of community leaders and business executives choose the top 50 black professionals from nominations that were submitted by their peers. Of those 50, Commissioner Sharief was chosen to receive the Public Official of the Year — Special Achievement Award. |
Torch Award, FIU2014 The Florida International University Alumni Association established the Torch Awards to honor their graduates who have had a positive impact on their profession, the community and the university. |
100 Outstanding Women of the Year, Boys and Girls Club of Broward CountyMay 3013 Each year, the “100 Outstanding Women of Broward County” event showcases and celebrates the accomplishments of women who have impacted Broward’s business, community, and philanthropic fields. |
Woman of Distinction Honoree – March of DimesDecember 2012 The March of Dimes Women of Distinction has held a tradition of recognizing women who have the ability to effect change. Commissioner Sharief was recognized as a present and future innovator, influencer and entrepreneur. This event is a multi-generational gathering of leaders who forge partnerships, find solutions, and make our Broward community a better place to live. |
Advanced County Commissioner, Florida Association of CountiesJune 2013 The Florida Association of Counties presented Commissioner Sharief with the Advanced County Commissioner designation following completion of comprehensive study programs developed by the association. The program coursework covers a variety of topics, such as county government roles and responsibilities, county government structure and authority, financial management, ethics and sunshine law, negotiation skills, economic development, and effective communication. |
Certified County Commissioner, Florida Association of CountiesJune 2012 The Florida Association of Counties presented Commissioner Sharief with the Advanced County Commissioner designation following completion of comprehensive study programs developed by the association. The program coursework covers a variety of topics, such as county government roles and responsibilities, county government structure and authority, financial management, ethics and sunshine law, negotiation skills, economic development, and effective communication. |
Recognition of Services, Kids and the Power of Work (KAPOW)Nov 2010 KAPOW is a program of the National Child Labor Committee and is a national network of business and elementary school partnerships which introduces students to career awareness through professionally developed lessons taught by business volunteers in the classroom. In addition, students make one visit to the workplace to participate in hands-on activities. KAPOW® lays a foundation for young students, introducing them to work related concepts and experiences that can be continually reinforced throughout the formative years. |
Outstanding Woman in Business, Miramar-Pembroke Pines Chamber of CommerceSept 2011 The Miramar Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce is the premier business organization serving Southwest Broward County. The Chamber is made up of 500 members representing businesses of all sizes and advances its membership business agenda through advocacy, leadership and engagement. |
Commissioner, City of Miramar, FLAug 2009-Nov 2010 In 2009, Sharief was elected to the Miramar City Commission, where she served as Vice-Mayor in 2010.[11] While serving on the Miramar City Commission, she donated her annual salary to charities. Sharief has been focused on the issue of the financial health of her constituents, enacting programs to provide foreclosure assistance and programs related to getting through the economic slump. |
Graduate, Advanced Institute of Elected Officials and Cities 101, Florida League of CitiesAug 2009 The Florida Association of Counties presented Commissioner Sharief with the Advanced County Commissioner designation following completion of comprehensive study programs developed by the association. The program coursework covers a variety of topics, such as county government roles and responsibilities, county government structure and authority, financial management, ethics and sunshine law, negotiation skills, economic development, and effective communication. |
Memberships
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Finance & Audit Committee2014 – 2015 2015 – 2016 2016 – 2017 |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Legislative Executive Committee2013 – 2014 2014 – 2015 2015 – 2016 2016 – 2017 |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Policy Committees2011 – 2012 : Health & Human Services, Vice Chair 2012 – 2013 : Health & Human Services, Chair 2016 – 2017 : Constitution Revision Steering Committee, Chair |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Board of Directors2013 – 2014 2014 – 2015 2015 – 2016 2016 – 2017 |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Executive Committee2013 – 2014 : FAC 2nd VP 2014 – 2015 : FAC President Elect 2015 – 2016 : FAC President 2016 – 2017 : FAC Immediate Past President |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Enterprise Committee2013 – 2014 |
National Democratic County Officials2014 |
National Association of Black County Officials2013 |
National Association of CountiesChair
Subcommittee Vice Chair – Long Team Care
Vice Chair
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Florida Association of Counties2009 – Present. 2nd Vice-President, FAC, 2013-present Chair, Health and Human Services Committee-Florida Association of Counties, 2011-2013 |
Broward County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)Board Member, 2009 to Present |
The Homeless Initiative Partnership2010 – 2016 |
The Value Adjustment Board of Broward CountyBoard Member, 2011 to present Chair, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
Broward Young Democrats |
Broward County Democratic Executive Committee |
Miramar-Pembroke Pines Chamber of Commerce |
Education & Licensing
Torchbearer2014 – 2018 |
Advanced County Commissioner Program (ACC) Graduate & Alumni2013 – Current |
Certified County Commissioner Program (CCC) Graduate& Alumni2012 – Current |
Master of Science Degree in Nursing/A.P.R.N./Pediatric Specialty, Florida International University |
Current Nursing License: Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner – State of Florida |
CURRENT AND FORMER COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Miramar-Pembroke Pines Chamber of Commerce, Member; Government Affairs Committee, Member
- Minority Women Business Enterprises
- Urban League of Broward County
- Homeless Initiative Partnership, Board Member
- National Democratic County Officials (NDCO), Member
- Caribbean American Democratic Club, Member
- Parent Teacher Association (PTA), Member
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
- Fort Lauderdale (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
AWARDS & COMMENDATIONS
Awards & Commendations
Florida Association of Counties, Presidential Advocacy Award, 2013
Broward County Business & Professional Women’s Network Professional Award, 2013
African American Achievers Business & Entrepreneurism Honoree, 2014
Legacy Honors: Most Powerful Black Professionals in Business & Industry, 2014
Davie Community Worship Center, Inc. Distinguished Recognition Award, 2014
Small County Coalition: Outstanding Leader Award, 2016
March of Dimes Woman of Distinction, 2017
FAC Presidential Award, 2017
United Nations Association of the USA Global Partnership Award, 2018
FAC Presidential Award, 2018
Broward County Women’s Hall of Fame 2019 Induction
Broward Women Making History, 2020
Distinguished Service Award from First Data’s Black Leadership Council to Mayor Barbara Sharief for your exceptional leadership, devoted service and impact in the South Florida CommunityFebruary 21, 2017 |
Certificate of Appreciation from the Greater Sunrise Democratic ClubFebruary 9, 2017 To honor Mayor Barbara Sharief for your strong leadership and being an advocate for all citizens: promoting business growth, protecting citizens in times of crisis, and promoting tolerance and equality for all. |
Keynote Speaker at the 2016 Hope South Florida GalaNovember 4, 2016 |
Certificate of Appreciation and heartfelt thanks for your support from the National Junior Honor Society of Henry D. Middle SchoolMay 20, 2016 |
Certificate of Appreciation from The Hispanic Vote for your continuous support of our OrganizationFebruary 25, 2015 |
African-American Achievers Award2014 At the annual celebration, African-American leaders — including one high school senior — are honored for enriching the quality of life in South Florida. The adult Achievers are selected in the categories of Arts & Culture, Business & Entrepreneurism, Community Service and Education. |
Mayor, Broward County Board of County CommissionersNovember 2013, November 2016 – Current As Mayor, Sharief’s theme is “Broward Means Business.” She promotes small business throughout the county and several County, State, and Federal programs that help mentor and finance Broward County businesses. |
Vice-Mayor, Broward CountySharief served as Vice-Mayor of Broward County while Kristin Jacobs was the Mayor. She has spent a large portion of that time advocating for the much needed funding of programs to reduce homelessness. |
Political Official of the Year, Legacy MagazineApril 2014 A committee of community leaders and business executives choose the top 50 black professionals from nominations that were submitted by their peers. Of those 50, Commissioner Sharief was chosen to receive the Public Official of the Year — Special Achievement Award. |
Torch Award, FIU2014 The Florida International University Alumni Association established the Torch Awards to honor their graduates who have had a positive impact on their profession, the community and the university. |
100 Outstanding Women of the Year, Boys and Girls Club of Broward CountyMay 3013 Each year, the “100 Outstanding Women of Broward County” event showcases and celebrates the accomplishments of women who have impacted Broward’s business, community, and philanthropic fields. |
Woman of Distinction Honoree – March of DimesDecember 2012 The March of Dimes Women of Distinction has held a tradition of recognizing women who have the ability to effect change. Commissioner Sharief was recognized as a present and future innovator, influencer and entrepreneur. This event is a multi-generational gathering of leaders who forge partnerships, find solutions, and make our Broward community a better place to live. |
Advanced County Commissioner, Florida Association of CountiesJune 2013 The Florida Association of Counties presented Commissioner Sharief with the Advanced County Commissioner designation following completion of comprehensive study programs developed by the association. The program coursework covers a variety of topics, such as county government roles and responsibilities, county government structure and authority, financial management, ethics and sunshine law, negotiation skills, economic development, and effective communication. |
Certified County Commissioner, Florida Association of CountiesJune 2012 The Florida Association of Counties presented Commissioner Sharief with the Advanced County Commissioner designation following completion of comprehensive study programs developed by the association. The program coursework covers a variety of topics, such as county government roles and responsibilities, county government structure and authority, financial management, ethics and sunshine law, negotiation skills, economic development, and effective communication. |
Recognition of Services, Kids and the Power of Work (KAPOW)Nov 2010 KAPOW is a program of the National Child Labor Committee and is a national network of business and elementary school partnerships which introduces students to career awareness through professionally developed lessons taught by business volunteers in the classroom. In addition, students make one visit to the workplace to participate in hands-on activities. KAPOW® lays a foundation for young students, introducing them to work related concepts and experiences that can be continually reinforced throughout the formative years. |
Outstanding Woman in Business, Miramar-Pembroke Pines Chamber of CommerceSept 2011 The Miramar Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce is the premier business organization serving Southwest Broward County. The Chamber is made up of 500 members representing businesses of all sizes and advances its membership business agenda through advocacy, leadership and engagement. |
Commissioner, City of Miramar, FLAug 2009-Nov 2010 In 2009, Sharief was elected to the Miramar City Commission, where she served as Vice-Mayor in 2010.[11] While serving on the Miramar City Commission, she donated her annual salary to charities. Sharief has been focused on the issue of the financial health of her constituents, enacting programs to provide foreclosure assistance and programs related to getting through the economic slump. |
Graduate, Advanced Institute of Elected Officials and Cities 101, Florida League of CitiesAug 2009 The Florida Association of Counties presented Commissioner Sharief with the Advanced County Commissioner designation following completion of comprehensive study programs developed by the association. The program coursework covers a variety of topics, such as county government roles and responsibilities, county government structure and authority, financial management, ethics and sunshine law, negotiation skills, economic development, and effective communication. |
MEMBERSHIPS
Memberships
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Finance & Audit Committee2014 – 2015 2015 – 2016 2016 – 2017 |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Legislative Executive Committee2013 – 2014 2014 – 2015 2015 – 2016 2016 – 2017 |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Policy Committees2011 – 2012 : Health & Human Services, Vice Chair 2012 – 2013 : Health & Human Services, Chair 2016 – 2017 : Constitution Revision Steering Committee, Chair 2017 – 2018 Federal Committee 2018 – 2019 Urban Caucus 2018 – 2019 Federal Committee 2019 – 2020 Federal Committee 2020 – 2021 Federal Committee 2020 – 2021 COVID-19 Ad Hoc Committee |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Board of Directors2013 – 2014 2014 – 2015 2015 – 2016 2016 – 2017 |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Executive Committee2013 – 2014 : FAC 2nd VP 2014 – 2015 : FAC President Elect 2015 – 2016 : FAC President 2016 – 2017 : FAC Immediate Past President |
Florida Association of Counties (FAC) – Enterprise Committee2013 – 2014 |
National Democratic County Officials2014 |
National Association of Black County Officials2013 |
National Association of CountiesChair
Subcommittee Vice Chair – Long Team Care
Vice Chair
|
Florida Association of Counties2009 – Present.
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Broward County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)Board Member, 2009 to Present |
The Homeless Initiative Partnership2010 – 2016 |
The Value Adjustment Board of Broward CountyBoard Member, 2011 to present Chair, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
Broward Young Democrats |
Broward County Democratic Executive Committee |
Miramar-Pembroke Pines Chamber of Commerce |
EDUCATION
Education
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Wilkes University, 2017
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Florida International University, 2000
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) Certification, Florida International University, 2000
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Florida International University, 1996
- Associate of Science Degree (AS), Nursing, Miami-Dade Community College, 1994
- Jackson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, Graduate, 1992
- North Miami Senior High School, Graduate, 1989
CURRENT AND FORMER COMMUNITY SERVICE
CURRENT AND FORMER COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Miramar-Pembroke Pines Chamber of Commerce, Member; Government Affairs Committee, Member
- Minority Women Business Enterprises
- Urban League of Broward County
- Homeless Initiative Partnership, Board Member
- National Democratic County Officials (NDCO), Member
- Caribbean American Democratic Club, Member
- Parent Teacher Association (PTA), Member
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
- Fort Lauderdale (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
