Collaboratory CEO selected for Leadership Florida

Dawn Belamarich, CEO and President of Collaboratory, has been selected for Leadership Florida’s Cornerstone Class 43 for the 2025-2026 session.

Belamarich joins more than 50 leaders from across Florida for a nine-month educational program focusing on issues critical to the state. Established in 1982 by the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Florida identifies individuals who demonstrate the passion, commitment, and positioning to drive positive change.

“It is such an honor to be selected for this year’s Leadership Florida Cornerstone Class,” Belamarich said. “I am truly inspired by the past and present leaders of this program. I look forward to learning more about our state and ways in which we can work together to create positive impact for years to come.”

Belamarich, who has led the Collaboratory for the past two years, has held leadership roles for more than 15 years within the social services and behavioral health fields. She holds a doctorate in business administration and leadership and master’s degrees in sociology/criminology and mental health counseling.

The Cornerstone Class will convene for classes in cities across Florida. This opportunity will enhance leadership skills and provide relevant information on Florida’s history, demography, diversities, challenges, and opportunities.

Leadership Florida has graduated more that 3,300 leaders who hold positions across the state, including CEOs of major corporations, mayors, elected officials, nonprofit executives, leading academicians, and professionals in various fields. They are also farmers, managers of high-tech consortiums, rural hospital administrators, and head Florida’s most important agencies. These graduates collectively serve on more than 5,000 boards of companies and organizations throughout Florida, demonstrating their commitment to local and state communities.