OUR AMAZING TEAM!
Founder-President
Suzee Bailey
Many of you know me as a local Fort Lauderdale resident who cares deeply about restoring the health and vitality of our precious waterways, replacing not just repairing our failing infrastructure, clean safe drinking water, and constantly exploring new innovative ideas to mitigate storm surge and flooding. With a background in television and journalism, I’ve spoken at many City Commission meetings, fighting diligently for the safety and well-being of all who are affected by these important water plights. The City of Fort Lauderdale’s partnership with Miami Waterkeeper Waterway Quality Testing program was one of those long but thankfully successful battles. 10 highly used waterway recreational sites are now being tested weekly, thoughout our city for bacteria levels, and results are posted on the Miami Waterkeeper website or the SwimGuide App.
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After serving on the Board of Children’s Aid Club, and two terms as President of the Nurmi Isles HOA, I am currently serving on the Board of VoteWater, and the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Sustainability Advisory Board. My goal for Residents for Resilience is to gather reasonable ideas and solutions from top specialists in Eco-Marine resiliency, and share this information with our residents and city leaders. We plan to send reminders, suggestions and request to take action on these important timely issues before small problems become a large crisis.
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Through social media and by publishing this website which includes a message page to send in your thoughts, questions and concerns, I hope you’ll join our Resident for Resilience team.
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Let your voices to be heard!
Suzee Bailey
Founder Residents for Resilience
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Vice President
Tricia Halliday
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Originally from NY, is a graduate of Columbia University , now a Florida native for over 42 years, 35 of which have been in Ft. Lauderdale.
Raised 4 children who loved water sports and, especially, fishing off their dock in the canal after school. It was quite an education for them learning about all the different types of animals (including manatees) that lived right outside their back door! Unfortunately, over the years, as the canal waters have been polluted, the majority of the fish have disappeared.
Tricia feels we need to become better caretakers of our waterways and environment. She would love to see her grandchildren have the same fishing experiences their parent’s enjoyed.
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"It doesn’t take much and with your voice, you can help!”
Courtney Ortiz
Secretary
Residential Real Estate Agent with Fidelity Real Estate LLC Professional Photographer
Pat Roth
Treasurer
Originally from Los Angeles, Pat Roth has lived in Fort Lauderdale since 1990 and is deeply concerned about the need for stronger, more proactive environmental protections in our city. He values the role Residents for Resilience plays in raising awareness among both public officials and the community about practical, science-based solutions.
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Pat’s primary strength is business development, with a proven ability to identify opportunities, set clear goals, and build sustainable organizations. Over a 20+ year professional career based in Miami, he served as Executive Director of both the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida and the Florida International Bankers Association (FIBA). Under his leadership, each organization was transformed — growing membership, visibility, and long-term financial stability.
At FIBA, Pat helped build a $500,000
reserve fund, supported the endowment of a professorship at FIU, and developed one of the largest anti–money laundering conferences in the United States, drawing nearly 2,000 attendees annually. He also played a key role in restructuring major international banking conferences, creating successful, revenue-generating models that remain in use today.
Since retiring, Pat has stayed actively engaged in environmental issues affecting South Florida, including flooding and climate resilience. He is eager to give back and help protect Fort Lauderdale for both current and future generations.
R4R BOARD MEMBERS
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Michael recently retired after 20 years as administrator of Take Shape Plastic Surgery and Take Shape Surgery Center. He has managed commercial and residential rentals most of his life.
He is originally from Minnesota graduating from St. John's University and has studied more than once in France and lived in Boston for five years. He is an enthusiast regarding European architecture, art and design. He has served on the Outshine Film Festival and Nurmi Isles Neighborhood Association Boards for many years.
He is an older parent to his delightful nine year old daughter with his Ritz chef spouse Oscar.
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Daniela Pia Trezza Esq.​
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Daniela is delighted to accept a position on the Board of Residents For
Resilience (R4R), a foundation whose mission she supports and whose growth and influence she has been eagerly following for some time now. As a mother, attorney, surfer, and avowed conservationist, she hopes to be an asset to this group and to contribute in a meaningful way to its success.
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Regarding her new Board membership, Daniela states: “Never has there been a more urgent time to serve this worthy cause and to set a good example of stewardship, sustainability, and conservation.
" I’m excited to be a part of Team R4R and honored to pay tribute to its vision and to its continuing commitment to South Florida’s fragile ecology.”
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Michael Schneider
EXPERT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Zack Farr
Chief Operations Officer (COO)
Biotech Applied Research
Zack Farr is a multi-generational citrus farmer with deep roots in the agricultural community of Central Florida. Since 2020, Zack has been at the forefront of the sustainability industry. His dedication to environmental solutions and sustainable practices has led him to build multiple companies that focus on providing innovative and eco-friendly applications, particularly in the fields of industrial hemp and biochar production.
Additionally, biochar's capabilities to filter water and remove impurities make it a valuable tool in improving water quality for projects like the Himmarshee Canal. Zack is currently the Chief Operations Officer for Biotech Applied Research, a non profit organization focusing on developing projects to solve world wide sustainability challenges. He also sits on the board of Directors for Florida Airport Management, an organization that sponsors and develops rural airports in disadvantaged communities.
Zack's vision for a circular economy, where waste is minimized and resources are reused, aligns with his broader goal of creating a resilient and environmentally responsible agricultural sector. His innovative approach to biochar production and sustainable farming practices continues to make a significant impact in Florida and beyond.
Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos
University of Miami College of Engineering - Seahive
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Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering at the University of Miami’s College of Engineering.
He is an expert in structural morphology, which investigates the relationship between structures, as well as their form, function, material and forces. He focuses on lightweight structures, such as tensegrity systems, as well as coastal applications, including ecofriendly solutions for shoreline protection.
