Sam Verghese

Sam Verghese is the Chief Operations Officer for Florida Virtual School® (FLVS®). In this role, Mr. Verghese oversees the Information Technology, Human Resources, and Risk Management Departments. He plays a vital role in initiating and leading new technological programs and enhancements for the organization.

For the past 15 years, he has served the State of Florida in various supporting and leadership roles including Secretary of the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and Staff Director in the Florida House of Representatives. Prior to joining FLVS, he was vice president of a consulting firm which provided business development opportunities for Fortune 50, 100, and 500 clients in the public and private sectors.

Mr. Verghese is a highly skilled communicator, strategic thinker, and a leader who thrives in an environment of change. He has formulated and executed innovative sector strategies for clients resulting in multi-million-dollar profit gains and has implemented policies to connect businesses and services to competitively enhance Florida’s economy. While serving on the Board of Directors for Career Source Florida, his efforts helped lead to more than 1 million qualified job placements.

Mr. Verghese holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Religion and Psychology from Liberty University, Virginia.