Addition Financial Annual Meeting
Occurred Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. EST
Addition Financial Credit Union's ("Addition Financial's") 2025 Annual Meeting was held on Thursday, April 24, 2025, online through Zoom. At this 2025 Annual Meeting, Addition Financial's members voted to re-elect the following nominees to serve as members of the Board of Directors:
- Richard Collins
- Cary D'Ortona
2025 Board of Director Nominations
Richard L. Collins
Richard Collins
Mr. Collins has been a valued member of the Board of Directors at Addition Financial Credit Union since 2010. He previously served on the Supervisory Committee for 15 years, including as Chairman from 1999. Over the years, he has contributed to numerous committees and holds the position of Chairman of the board.
A graduate of the University of Central Florida, Mr. Collins earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, summa cum laude, with a concentration in Accounting in 1978. He became a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in 1981. Early in his career, Mr. Collins spent six years auditing state and local government entities with the Office of the Auditor General. He then moved to the Orange County School District, where he held various roles, culminating in his position as Director of Budget and Finance.
In 1995, Mr. Collins transitioned to the Osceola County School District as Assistant Superintendent for Business Services, a role he held for 11 years. He later served as Chief Financial Officer for Orange County Public Schools for a decade. Mr. Collins concluded his distinguished career in 2019 as the Chief Financial Officer at Seminole State College.
Cary D'Ortona
Cary D'Ortona
Mr. D’Ortona was appointed as an interim director in 2024 and currently serves on both the Budget and Education Committees. He previously dedicated 14 years to the Supervisory Committee.
In his professional role, Mr. D’Ortona is the president of Orlando Health Medical Group and senior vice president of Orlando Health. Prior to his current role, he served as president of Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital and held several key leadership positions within the hospital, including chief operating officer and chief financial officer. Mr. D’Ortona also gained extensive experience in finance and internal audit at Orlando Health.
Before his tenure with Orlando Health, Mr. D’Ortona worked as an auditor at Ernst & Young, LLP.
Mr. D’Ortona earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and master’s degree in accountancy, both from the University of Central Florida in Orlando. Additionally, he holds a Master of Science in Health Services Administration.
Beyond his professional responsibilities, Mr. D’Ortona serves as vice chairman of Special Olympics Florida and is a member of the board of directors for the University of Central Florida Foundation.