About Us

Christine Olson - President/Founder

Born in Milwaukee, WI and moved to Bradenton, FL August 2000 and has worked at the Rod and Reel Pier for the last nine years. She served on the board of directors for the Children's Memorial and Gardens, and volunteered at the Mote Marine Aquarium and Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch. She is a mother to Derek James Olson and Tiffiany whom went home to be with Jesus. On October 2nd 2006 she founded TIFF's Initiative.

Contact: Christine@HelpTIFF.org

Karen Mahlios - Vice President

Karen joined TIFF’s Initiative, wholeheartedly, three years ago arriving in Bradenton, Florida with her seven year old granddaughter, Christina. She is the Vice President of TIFF and oversees Community Development.  She is always making connections and sharing her story at events.  She can bring a tear to all who listen and will help to push someone to take the three seconds it takes to register for peace of mind.

Contact: Karen@HelpTiff.org

State Representative Bill Galvano

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Manatee County Sheriff - Brad Steube

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Lorna Pierce - Treasurer

Lorna is the Treasurer for the organization and assists with the accounting and fundraising efforts of TIFF. She also maintains the TIFF social media groups such as Facebook and LinkedIn.

Contact: lpierce@cpa-associates.com

Rick Wells

Rick Wells is a Lieutenant with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office and currently serves as the administrative public liaison officer for Sheriff Brad Steube. Rick has served in the law enforcement profession for twenty five years, which also included twenty one years as a State Trooper with the Florida Highway Patrol. Rick has worked in various areas of law enforcement, which have included fraud investigation, drug interdiction, community policing, and crime prevention. Rick has lived in Manatee County since 1974 and currently lives in Parrish with his wife and three sons. Rick is an original member of the TIFF’s board of directors.

Contact: charles.wells@manateesheriff.com