Board of Directors
Steven DeMatos
Chairman
Steven DeMatos served four years in the United States Army, including a Combat Tour in Iraq from 2004 to 2005. After retiring as an E-5 Sergeant, he went on to join the Title Insurance Industry, where he now has over 15 years of experience. Steve is the Co-Founder of Stumpy’s Hatchet House, a Veteran Owned and Operated company. Steve is well-known in the local community for giving back to the veteran/military community and looks forward to bringing his enthusiasm for charity work to Warrior Wellness Program. Steve has three wonderful daughters’ ages 2 years, 13 years and 19 years old.
Nicole Stroebel
Treasurer
Nicole has over twenty years of experience with a large non-profit organization beginning as an accounting manager, then as finance director and currently as controller. Prior to joining, Nicole worked in public accounting where her focus was on auditing non-profit organizations. Nicole’s core competencies include accounting management as well as the day to day functions, budgeting, cash management, project management (software implementation), forecasting and auditing. Her strengths include customer service skills, goal-oriented work ethic and dedication to the organization’s mission. Nicole is also a licensed CPA in the State of Florida.
Amanda Murphy
Secretary
As a Wealth Management Specialist, Amanda is conversant with the needs of high net-worth individuals and their families, as well as the not-for-profit and foundation arena. Her integrity and trust naturally help her build and maintain strong relationships with her clients, as well as her community. Charitable giving and philanthropy are a large part of Amanda’s life. As a leader in the not-for-profit and foundation arena, with extensive familiarity and experience in managing several prominent Tampa Bay Area Foundations, Amanda works with major philanthropists in the region through charitable giving, legacy planning and private family foundations.
Amanda is a Board Member of the New Port Richey Main Street and former board member of PACE Center for Girls, the SPCA Suncoast. She is also a member of Trinity Rotary, Leadership Pasco alumnus 2011, and PING. Past boards include: Community Service Council, NAIFA, Pasco Aging Network, West Pasco Chamber of Commerce, National Organization of Women, & the Junior Service League of West Pasco. From 2013 – 2016, Amanda was elected to public office and served as the State Representative for District 36, West Pasco, Florida. As the State Representative, Amanda represented, not only her constituents in Pasco, but all Floridians.
Amanda is a proud graduate of Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science. She enjoys kayaking, scuba diving, hiking, and serving her community through a variety of volunteer organizations.
Thomas DeLuca
Director
Thomas served four years as a Marine who attained the rank as an E-5 Sergeant. He was deployed during Operation Enduring Freedom in 2002 and again in 2003 for Operation Iraqi Freedom as part of the First Marine Expeditionary Force (IMEF).
Thomas is actively engaged in the community and leads the Pasco’s Retired K-9 Fundraiser; paying the medical expenses for Pasco County’s Retired Law Enforcement K-9s. He currently work as a School Safety & Security Guard for Pasco County Schools.
Thomas married his wife, Jessica, who is the assistant director of a private school. He is the proud father of Thomas, age 11 years and Angelina, age 10. Thomas and Jessica make it a point to raise their children to honor and respect those who serve and they make it a point to thank any veteran and Law Enforcement Officer we see in public.
Thomas joined the Board of Warrior Wellness Program in 2022 and feels privileged to be a part of an organization that serves the needs of our veteran community.
Barbara Leasure
Director
Born and raised in Tampa, Barbara received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Florida Southern College and a Master of Science in Adult Education from the University of South Florida. In addition, she is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) from the University of Miami and International Coaching Federation (ICF) and holds the Agile Change Leader Certification from PROSCI.
Barbara has worked at Tampa Electric Company since 1988, most recently transitioning to Operations as the Distribution Control Center Training Lead, to stand up a formalized Training Department. She also spent a number of years in HR focusing on leadership growth and development.
Barbara became familiar with Warrior Wellness Program almost five years ago. As the parent of a combat veteran, she understands the need for the services and support Warrior Wellness Program provides. Over the past four years, Barbara has volunteered her time supporting and attending fundraising events and providing onsite trainings for the organization’s staff. She is honored and priviliged to now serve Warrior Wellness Program in a more formalized capacity as a Board Member.
Eugene (Andy) Young
Director
Eugene (Andy) Young served in the United States Army as an Infantryman and Electronic Maintenance Chief before retiring as a Sergeant First Class after 21 years. He went on to work for a Government Contractor for 2 years before being hired as a Logistics Maintenance Specialist for the Apache Helicopter Program. Andy worked there for nearly 20 years as a Product Manager and Training and Training Devices Branch Chief before retiring from the government.
After retirement he went on to become the President of his neighborhood HOA of 620 homes managing the budget, contracts, grounds maintenance and of course neighborhood disputes. He served for 2 years and has now turned his attention to non-profit organizations especially those that aid and support veterans.
Andy earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Liberty University in Business and Theology and a Master of Science Degree from Florida Institute of Technology in Logistics and Program Management respectively. After 40 years of service to the government, he is now looking forward to “Still Working for the Cause” in this new capacity.
