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Meeting: Regular Council - Aug 12 2025
Staff Contact: Lori McWilliams, Village Clerk Department: Village Clerk
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Consider Appointment to Fill the Environmental Advisory Committee Vacancy
There is a vacancy on the Environmental Advisory Committee. The appointment will fill the
remainder of the vacant term, which expires 5/11/2028.
Applicants are:
• Drew Henriques
• Joyce Raftery
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completing our Accessibility Feedback Form, sending an e-mail to the Village Clerk or calling 561-
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BUDGET AMOUNT N/A AMOUNT AVAILABLE N/A EXPENDITURE AMOUNT: N/A
FUNDING SOURCES: N/A IS THIS A PIGGYBACK:
❑ Yes ❑ N/A
DID YOU OBTAIN 3 QUOTES?
❑ Yes ❑ N/A
COMMENTS/EXPLANATION ON SELECTIONN/A
ATTACHMENT i q
Board and Committee Application- Drew Henriques v2
Board and Committee Application- Joyce Rafterty
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Board and Committee Application - Submission #725
Date Submitted: 7/17/2025
SELECT THE BOARD OR COMMITTEE YOU ARE Options: * —
APPLYING FOR:
READVERTISMENT: There are currently openings on One Vacancy - EnvironmentalAdvisory Committee
the following Boards and Committees:
o Environmental Advisory Committee
Application deadline is 7/28/25 at 11:00 pm. All
applicants are requested to attend the August 12,
2025 Council Meeting at 6 PM to introduce yourself
and answer any questions Council may have. The
Council Meeting will be held in the Council Chambers:
345 Tequesta Drive.
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
You must be an incorporated Village of Tequesta resident(with the exception of the General Employee Pension Board),
18 years of age or order and a registered voter.
Name*
Drew Henriques
Address*
101 Royal Palm Circle
Email*
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drewhenriques@gmail.com
Home Phone Cell Phone*
631-374-7865
Business Phone Occupation*
Portfolio Manager
Current Employer* Position/Title*
Centiva Capital Portfolio Manager
RESIDENCY INFORMATION:
Length of Residency within the Village of Tequesta* Are you a registered voter?
9 Months Yes
(incorporated residents only should apply) (Board membership requires you to be a
registered voter)
EDUCATION AND SPECIAL INTERESTS:
High School
West Islip High School San Diego State University
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Experience*
I have worked in finance for most of my life in the municipal finance field helping states, local
governments and developers finance various projects including green projects and technologies
that provide for a healthier planet.
Be specific
Special Interests*
I have a strong interest in the betterment of my community. My wife and I have strong interest
in growing our own produce and creating a more sustainable livelihood for ourselves and our
community. I also play drums and play soccer.
ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION:
Are you currently serving on other Boards and Committees(local/county/state)? Response* —
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Yes
No
If yes,which Board or Committee and Describe your Duties:*
Have served on HOA boards where i was an owner over the years
If yes,how long have you served on the
Board/Committee?*
4 years
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List and describe all organization affiliations and positions you have held that would be applicable to your service as
a board/committee member.*
See above.
BASIC RESUME INFORMATION NOT INCLUDED ABOVE:*
BOARD OF DIRECTORS CANDIDATE Strategic financial executive with over 15 years of
experience leading investment strategy, credit and risk oversight, and institutional portfolio
management across top-tier financial institutions. Known for market insight, governance-
minded leadership, and delivering strong risk-adjusted returns through macro and credit-driven
strategies. Well-suited for corporate and advisory boards seeking expertise in capital markets,
financial oversight, and strategic growth planning. CORE COMPETENCIES • Capital Markets
Strategy & Execution • Enterprise Risk Oversight & Governance • Investment Policy & Asset
Stewardship • Public & Project-Based Finance • Credit Analytics & Regulatory Risk • Executive &
Institutional Stakeholder Engagement • Board & Committee Collaboration • Capital Structure &
Liquidity Strategy PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Centiva Capital, Jupiter, FL Portfolio Manager —
High Yield Municipal Strategy 2023 - Present • Portfolio Manager overseeing strategy, trading,
and credit analysis for a high yield municipal bond fund, with a focus on optimizing returns
through rigorous credit selection and market-driven insights. • Achieved superior risk-adjusted
returns by integrating advanced hedging strategies, macroeconomic analysis, and credit-driven
insights to navigate market volatility and identify high-conviction investment opportunities. •
Analyze the impact on the fixed income markets due to changes in monetary and fiscal policy in
addition to domestic and global economic developments. Hilltop Securities Municipal Securities
Division, Chicago, IL High Yield Sales & Trading — Senior Vice President, Co-Head HY Trading
2021 - 2023 • Head of High Yield Municipal trading with coverage including but not limited to
Corporate IDR's, Tobacco, Puerto Rico, Land Secured, CCRC, Charter, and Project Finance •
Develop and maintain relationships with the firm's key institutional clients to discuss portfolio
optimization, relative value opportunities and fundamental credit analysis including cash
flow/workout scenarios and analysis of legal security. • Educate the Hilltop sales and banking in
the credit and technical dynamics of the municipal high yield sector. • Maintain consistent
dialogue with key trading partners including mutual fund managers, pension funds, insurance
companies, endowments, and hedge funds. • Provide relative value and credit driven trade
recommendations to enhance portfolio returns and mitigate risk. • Work with issuers and
bankers in the structuring of high yield primary issuance. Citigroup Municipal Securities
Division, Los Angeles, CA High Yield Sales &Trading — Vice President, Distressed Municipal Debt
Trader & Desk Analyst 2017- 2021 • Fixed Income High Yield and Distressed trader supporting
the sales and trading division • Travel domestically and internationally (Dusseldorf, Munich,
Luxembourg, Paris, Stockholm, Copenhagen, London) to present to key existing and
prospective taxable &tax-exempt clients on notable credit and relative value developments. •
Maintain consistent dialogue with key trading partners including mutual fund managers, pension
funds, insurance companies, endowments, and hedge funds. • Advise issuers and bankers in
the structuring of high yield primary issuance. • Desk credit analyst for Puerto Rico, Land
Secured, Prepaid Gas, Tax-Increment, & Project Finance sectors. J.P. Morgan Corporate &
Investment Bank, New York, NY U.S. Fixed Income Research & Strategy — Vice President,
Municipal Strategist 2014 - 2017 • Market strategist covering the municipal fixed income
market publishing daily and weekly market analytics and commentary on market trends,
forecasts of key market indicators, and trade/credit recommendations for issuer and investor
clients that transact in the market including asset managers, pension funds, insurance
companies, endowments, and hedge funds. • Developed models to analyze the technical
components of the municipal market to determine their impact on the market including gross
and net supply, fund flows, and refunding volumes under various interest rate scenarios. •
Achieved first-place honors in municipal research and strategy, selected to the 2014, 2015,
2016 & 2017 All-America Fixed Income Research Team by Institutional Investor survey
compiled from buy side portfolio managers and analysts. Kemper Corporation, Chicago, IL
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Kemper Investment Group — Assistant Portfolio Manager 2012 - 2014 • Oversee and assist in
the management of a $6.5 billion institutional portfolio comprised of corporate and municipal
fixed income, equities and alternative investments. • Developed and co-managed a fully
discretionary high yield credit and municipal bond portfolio and pre-cleared proposed
investment allocations by conducting a thorough review of the investments relative value,
structure, and strength of the underlying credit. • Report to Chief Investment Officer and Senior
Investment Committee on portfolio holdings, market strategy, and provide analysis on
corporate merger and acquisition proposals. • Developed and maintain relationships with sell-
side brokers, strategists, and traders to achieve best execution. • Contribute to all phases of
the investment and portfolio management process, including idea generation, strategic
proposals, investment committee presentations, portfolio optimization, due diligence, relative
value analysis and transaction execution. Moody's Investor Service, Chicago, IL Public Finance
Group — Credit Research Analyst 2010 - 2012 • Analyzed audited financial statements,
economic data, and qualitative data as well as legal documentation related to specific securities
in order to present recommendations to rating committees. • Published high quality research to
support rating actions through contact with issuers and intermediaries. • Managed an active
portfolio and perform ongoing due diligence of surveillance and new deal activity. • Participated
in the Public Pension task force to develop the internal infrastructure needed to isolate and
analyze the underfunded pension liability risk associated with the various State and Local
Government pension plans. The Vanguard Group, Malvern, PA Fixed Income Group — Fixed
Income Research Analyst 2008 - 2010 • Supported portfolio managers in managing
approximately $120 billion in Tax-Exempt Fixed Income Mutual Fund assets. • Assisted traders
and portfolio managers in assessing the relative value of bond investment opportunities in
addition to monitoring existing portfolio positions within various sectors. • Assisted Senior
Analysts in assembling and reviewing data, conducting statistical analyses, and completing
studies of industry groups and individual securities. Communicated clear oral and written credit
opinions and investment recommendations that contributed to superior fund performance.
BOARD RELATED QUALIFICATIONS: • Proven ability to assess and mitigate complex financial,
credit, and regulatory risks across institutional portfolios and market cycles • Experience
advising executive teams and issuer boards on capital structure, market access, and strategic
financing decisions • Deep expertise in capital markets strategy, investment governance, and
enterprise-level financial oversight • Track record of delivering superior risk-adjusted returns
through macroeconomic insight, credit-driven analysis, and hedging strategies • Familiarity with
boardroom dynamics and fiduciary responsibilities, with experience presenting to investment
committees and executive stakeholders • Strong communication skills with the ability to
synthesize complex financial concepts for non-technical board members • Global market
perspective with firsthand experience engaging institutional investors, regulators, and corporate
leadership across U.S. and European markets • Committed to growth-oriented, ethics-driven
governance that supports long-term shareholder value
I certify that the statements I have made on this form are true,complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Signature* Date*
Drew Henriques 07/17/2025
By typing your name above, you are
electronically signing the application.
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Board and Committee Application - Submission #724
Date Submitted: 7/17/2025
SELECT THE BOARD OR COMMITTEE YOU ARE Options: * —
APPLYING FOR:
READVERTISMENT: There are currently openings on One Vacancy - EnvironmentalAdvisory Committee
the following Boards and Committees:
o Environmental Advisory Committee
Application deadline is 7/28/25 at 11:00 pm. All
applicants are requested to attend the August 12,
2025 Council Meeting at 6 PM to introduce yourself
and answer any questions Council may have. The
Council Meeting will be held in the Council Chambers:
345 Tequesta Drive.
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
You must be an incorporated Village of Tequesta resident(with the exception of the General Employee Pension Board),
18 years of age or order and a registered voter.
Name*
Joyce Raftery
Address*
415 N Cypress Dr #6
Email*
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joyceraftery@yahoo.com
Home Phone Cell Phone*
6092803635 Same
Business Phone Occupation*
Na Retired
Current Employer* Position/Title*
Na Na
RESIDENCY INFORMATION:
Length of Residency within the Village of Tequesta* Are you a registered voter?
7 years Yes
(incorporated residents only should apply) (Board membership requires you to be a
registered voter)
EDUCATION AND SPECIAL INTERESTS:
High School College
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Experience*
Elementary school PTA president
Be specific
Special Interests*
Bike riding, reading, kayaking, enjoying the beach
ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION:
Are you currently serving on other Boards and Committees(local/county/state)? Response* —
Yes
No
If yes,which Board or Committee and Describe your Duties:*
Na
If yes,how long have you served on the
Board/Committee?*
Na
List and describe all organization affiliations and positions you have held that would be applicable to your service as
a board/committee member.*
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none
BASIC RESUME INFORMATION NOT INCLUDED ABOVE:*
I care about keeping Tequesta sweet, beautiful and productive
I certify that the statements I have made on this form are true,complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Signature* Date*
Joyce Raftery 07/17/2025
By typing your name above, you are
electronically signing the application.
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