Human resources professional DD Goerke, who serves as the Chief People Officer for All Faiths Food Bank, has assumed the role of president for the Sarasota-Manatee Human Resources Association, one of 28 statewide chapters comprising HR Florida. The mission of SHRA is to champion the highest professional standards of HR ethics and performance by providing ongoing professional development, resources, networking and support for its members and the community. Goerke has been involved with the local HR chapter since 2020. Goerke has worked for All Faiths Food Bank (AFFB) since 2022 – she was hired as the Senior Director of People & Culture and promoted to her current position in September 2023. Goerke’s strength as a leader and shaper of culture was particularly crucial as AFFB settled into its new five-year strategic plan and prepared for the retirement of 12-year CEO Sandra Frank, with Nelle S. Miller stepping into the role of president & CEO early this year. For more about AFFB, visit allfaithsfoodbank.org.