The Tallahassee Top Singles event returns for 2014 with a new format and a cache of fabulous and fun-loving singles. This year's affair will be Saturday, Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. in the Horizon Ballroom at Hotel Duval. The new format allows…
Ryan Smith, 27 Occupation: Deputy Director of House Campaigns, Republican Party of Florida Charity: Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Big Bend Quote from nomination: “Ryan would make an awesome Top Single. He is motivated, active in the community, a great friend…
Starting at 7 p.m. on Sat., August 23 at Hotel Duval, our Singles will be auctioned off in what has become one of the sexiest summer events in town. Food, drinks, music and more are the backdrop for this…
Eric Kemp, 35 Occupation Operating Manager, Life Nightclub at SLS Las Vegas Charity: Ronald McDonald House Quote from nomination: “Eric is the life of any party and is always on the go. However, his infectious personality and enigmatic smile make people feel…
Sarah Kelly, 24 Occupation: Executive Assistant, Lisa Miller & Associates/Event Coordinator, John Gandy Events Charity: Women of Hope Quote from nomination: “Sarah is a hard working young professional who spends her week managing a busy calendar in government affairs. On the weekends you…
Anna King, 27 Occupation Owner, Cabello’s Hair and Nail Studio Charity: Women’s Pregnancy Center Quote from nomination: “Anna is dependable, friendly, funny, kind, selfless and a wonderful boss. I could not imagine working for anyone else.” What’s your least-favorite mode of transportation?…
Drew Longenecker, 27 Occupation: Assistant Director of Marketing, Florida State University Charity: Kidz1stFund Quote from nomination: “Drew has been working in the FSU athletics marketing office since he graduated undergrad. He is a hard working young professional and lots of fun. He can…
Dedra Mitchell, 36 Occupation: Pharmaceutical Sales Representative, Real Estate Agent; Ekk and Hamilton Realty Charity: TMH Foundation to Benefit Diabetes Camp Scholarships for Children Quote from nomination: “Dedra manages dual careers for more than 5 years (Sales Reps/ Real Estate). She loves to…
Antonio Rainey, 33 Occupation: Relationship Manager, Wageworks, Inc. Charity: Capital City Youth Services Quote from nomination: “Antonio is a great guy! He is smart, funny, and creative. We love having him on the NYP board as our community outreach chair because…
Monica Rodriguez, 39 Occupation: Partner, Ballard Partners Charity: Children’s Home Society Quote from nomination: “Meet Monica...my adventure girl... From rock climbing to alligator hunting, Monica loves to experience life to the fullest and seek out uncharted, new territories. She is a devoted friend…
Amy Schwartz, 46 Occupation: Restaurateur, Bella Bella Charity: Boys Town Quote from nomination: “Amy is a caring, great person. She works hard and makes others around her feel appreciated and included, which is a rare trait.” If you could meet anyone, living or…
Marc Schwartz, 45 Occupation: Restaurateur, Bella Bella Charity: Burn Camp Quote from nomination: “Marc makes working in his community a priority and genuinely cares about those around him.” What’s the No. 1 most-played song on your iPod? “Watching The Wheels” by John Lennon.…
Ashleigh Amburn, 27 Occupation Finance Manager, KIA Autosport Charity: Hands and Hearts Quote from nomination: “Ashleigh always makes everyone feel included. She is an incredibly loyal and trustworthy friend. She has a great personality and is always laughing, even when it's…
Shep Sheppard, 44 Occupation: Realtor, Coldwell Banker Hartung and Noblin, Inc Charity: Muscular Dystrophy Association Quote from nomination: “People walk in and out of your life everyday. Some people move on through the heartache and pain, and others hold on to that one…
Greg Bacon, 27 Occupation: Application Engineer, Syn-Tech Systems, Inc. Charity: Rotary Youth Camp Quote from nomination: “The rarest of the rare - an engineer with a personality. Gregory is always the class clown, he has made it his job to make me and…
Winnie Wright, 24 Occupation: Reporter, WCTV Charity: Leon County Humane Society Quote from nomination: “Winnie is special because she makes a point of getting to know everyone she interviews on a personal level. She tells their story as if it came from…
Lauren Bacon, 23 Occupation: Insurance Agent, Earl Bacon Agency Charity: Rotary International Quote from nomination: “She is my little sister. In the last 3 years she hasn't seriously dated anyone. My thought is that with my support she may re-join the dating game…
Melissa Cleveland, 45 Occupation: Director of Sales, Hilton Garden Inn Tallahassee Charity: YMCA Quote from nomination: “Melissa is the sweetest, most caring, gregarious, friendly, sincere, unselfish, and kind-hearted person I know. She is a loving mother to 3 boys, a tireless worker,…
Courtney Dunham, 24 Occupation: Operations Manager/Buyer, Cole Couture Charity: Pray for Grayson Quote from nomination: “Courtney is kind, helpful and devoted to her work with local boutique Cole Couture. She always thinks of others first and is quick to lend a helping…
Nicole Hoskens, 23 Occupation: Fitness Instructor, The Refinery Charity: Autism Speaks Quote from nomination: “Nicole has an infectious attitude for life that moves people every single day. She is motivated and determined to help others become healthy. Nicole grew up in Tallahassee where…
