Special Olympics Florida
Sherry Wheelock has over 20 years of experience working in various roles within the nonprofit and entertainment industries. Sherry is currently an Official Member of the Forbes Nonprofit Council, a position they have held since 2017. Prior to that, they served as the President/CEO of Special Olympics Florida starting from 2012. From 1996 to 2012, they worked at Universal Orlando Resort, where they held the position of Vice President, Treasurer.
Sherry Wheelock attended Baylor University from 1987 to 1992, where they obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree with a major in Accounting. Additionally, they pursued studies in Accounting and Finance at Baylor University, although specific start and end years were not provided. Sherry also took part in the University of North Carolina's Kenan-Flagler Business School, focusing on the University of North Carolina Treasury Management Series.
Special Olympics Florida
Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities, at no cost to the athlete or their caregiver, as a means to achieve physical fitness, self-esteem, socialization skills, and the life skills necessary to be a productive, respected and contributing members of their communities. Founded by the late Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Special Olympics is the world’s largest program of sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, serving 3.7 million people in more than 170 countries. In Florida, 25,000 athletes train and compete year round, in 20 different team and individual sports of their choice. Founded in 1972, Special Olympics Florida is a certified 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization funded solely through the generosity of individuals, businesses and civic groups. This support allows Special Olympics to never charge the athlete or their families a fee for participation.