Florida Supreme Court Historical Society Inc

Tallahassee, FL · Founded 1977

Preserving Florida judicial history and educating citizens about the court system

Primary audience
Business Members
Work area
Regional Advocacy
Topic
Economic Development
Contact
Fred E Karlinsky
Website Contact

About Organization

Educates citizens about the court's vital role in government and preserves Florida's judicial history through programs, archives, and educational initiatives. Based in Tallahassee, FL, the society honors and preserves the history of the Florida Supreme Court and justices who served with dedication and distinction. Operating with $255,000 in annual revenue and 74 volunteers.

What They Focus On

Economic Growth

Promotes regional economic development through strategic partnerships and support for business expansion initiatives

Member Services

Provides networking opportunities, professional development resources, and support services for member organizations

Business Advocacy

Represents member interests in policy development and advocates for pro-business initiatives at local and state levels

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$255K

+27.6% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$257K

+33.9% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$490K

+2.7% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $254,895 $257,047 $489,651 0
2022 $199,837 $192,030 $476,667 0
2021 $190,842 $186,035 — —
2020 $163,786 $175,385 — —
2019 $187,466 $193,400 $474,196 0
2018 $362,429 $324,573 $490,596 0
2017 $125,326 $160,048 — —

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Identifies priority issues through stakeholder consultation and analysis of business community needs

  • 02

    Strategic Planning

    Develops targeted initiatives based on member input and regional economic development priorities

  • 03

    Program Implementation

    Executes programs through partnerships with member organizations and community stakeholders

  • 04

    Impact Assessment

    Evaluates outcomes through member feedback and tracks progress toward organizational objectives

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Florida Supreme Court Historical Society Inc

Leadership Programs

Develops business leadership capacity through training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities

Member Services

Provides networking opportunities, resources, and support to member organizations across the region

Business Advocacy

Represents business interests in policy development and legislative initiatives at state and local levels

Community Engagement

Facilitates collaboration between business and community stakeholders on shared priorities

Economic Development

Promotes regional economic growth through strategic partnerships and development initiatives

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Florida Supreme Court Historical Society Inc.

FE

Fred E Karlinsky

First Vice President
2 hrs/week
KR

Kara Rockenbach Link

Second Vice President
2 hrs/week
SR

Scott Rost

Past President
1 hrs/week
TC

Timothy Chinaris

President
4 hrs/week
AG

Alan G Greer

Executive Committee
1 hrs/week
DD

Daryl D Parks

Executive Committee
1 hrs/week
EG

Edith G Osman

Executive Committee
1 hrs/week
HG

Honorable Gary Flower

Executive Committee
1 hrs/week
HC

Howard C Coker

Executive Committee
1 hrs/week
LH

Leonard H Gilbert

Executive Committee
1 hrs/week
ME

Mary E Adkins

Executive Committee
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1977

Organization Founded

1977

Established to serve business community development and economic growth initiatives

2001

Regional Expansion

2001

Extended programming and membership services to serve broader regional business community

2023

Growth Milestone

2023

Achieved significant revenue growth reflecting expanded member services and regional programming

2026

Continued Impact

2026

Maintains active programming serving member organizations and regional economic development priorities

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AS
Amy S Farrior Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
BC
Barbara C Wingo Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
BH
Benjamin Hill Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
BB
Bruce Blackwell Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
CG
Caryn Green Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
CH
Celene H Humphries Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
CS
Christian Searcy Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
CD
Christine D Davis Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DE
Dean Emeritus Jon Mills Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DE
Dean Erin O'Connor Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DS
Dr Steven R Maxwell Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DB
Dylan Bailey Howard Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
EG
Edward Guedes Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
EB
Elliot B Kula Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
GL
Gary Lee Printy Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
GL
Gary Lesser Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
GA
Gregory A Hearing Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HS
Hala Sandridge Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HC
Henry Coxe Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HR
Herman Russomanno Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HJ
Honorable Jeffrey Kottkamp Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HJ
Honorable Joseph Williams Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HK
Honorable Kimberly Bonner Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HM
Honorable Mary Robinson Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HR
Honorable Robert Butterworth Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HS
Honorable Stefanie Moon Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
IK
Irene Kogan Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JM
Jerry M Gewirtz Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JP
Jesse Panuccio Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JD
John Devault Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JF
John F Harkness Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JC
Jonathan Claussen Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Joseph H Lang Jr Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JA
Justice Alan Lawson Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JJ
Justice James EC Perry Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JK
Justice Kenneth Bell Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JM
Justice Major B Harding Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JR
Justice Raoul G Cantero Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
KO
Kelly O'Keefe Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
KB
Kimberly Berman Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
LF
Linda F Wells Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
MC
Major Christopher Vallandingham Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
MB
Mary Barzee Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
ML
Merrick L Gross Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
MF
Michael F Orr Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
MM
Miles McGrane Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
NR
Neal R Sonnett Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
PP
Patsy Palmer Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
RE
Renee E Thompson Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
RL
Rutledge Liles Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SG
Scott G Hawkins Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SD
Stacy D Blank Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SM
Stanley M Rosenblatt Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SE
Stephen Echsner Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SN
Stephen N Zack Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SR
Stephen Rosenthal Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SB
Steven Brannock Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SC
Stuart C Markman Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SW
Sylvia Walbolt Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
TD
Thomas D Hall Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
TS
Thomas S Edward Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
WW
Walter W Manley II Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
WS
William Schifno Jr Treasurer 2.00 hrs/week
FV
First Vice President Kara Rockenbach Link, Link & Rockenbach, West Palm Beach
SV
Second Vice President William Schifino, Jr., Gunster, Tampa

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Contact

Get in touch with Florida Supreme Court Historical Society Inc

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(850) 385-3098
Visit Website
1947 Greenwood Drive Tallahassee, FL 32303