FLASCO Team
Julie Newberry Executive Director
Julie@flasco.org
(813)677-0246 ext 100
Julie Newberry is the Executive Director of the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO). Julie joined FLASCO in early 2014 and brings over 15 years of management and association experience. She also holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of South Florida.
As Executive Director, Julie provides strategic leadership, direction, and support to FLASCO member- driven initiatives, projects, and educational meetings. In this role, she supports FLASCO through excellence in financial services, event planning and coordination, communications, and project management, while delivering a positive experience for all FLASCO members.
Julie’s passion for FLASCO and its mission was inspired by her father, a 21+ year Prostate Cancer survivor. Julie is proud to support the FLASCO Membership and their passionate work that revolves around providing the very best treatments and advancing best practices to bring healing and hope to Florida cancer patients and their families.
Amanda Bridges Senior Director of Operations and Business Development
Amanda@flasco.org
(813) 677-0246 ext 102
Amanda Bridges is the Senior Director of Operations and Business Development at the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO), where she has made a lasting impact since joining in September 2017. With a strong background in business development, Amanda has led successful initiatives to identify revenue-generating opportunities, engage key stakeholders, forge strategic alliances, and establish organizational structures and compliance protocols. Her commitment to the oncology field is deeply personal, fueled by her own experiences as a caregiver and cancer patient advocate.
In her leadership role at FLASCO, Amanda is responsible for overseeing the organization’s operations, strategic planning, partnership development, communications, and outreach efforts. She ensures that all initiatives align with FLASCO’s mission and long-term goals, playing a pivotal role in driving organizational growth, fostering meaningful collaborations, and expanding the organization’s impact within the oncology community.
Additionally, Amanda serves as the Patient Advocacy Executive, where she develops and manages the FLASCO Living With Series—an educational program designed to provide vital support and information for cancer patients and caregivers. Her passion for supporting veterans is also a key aspect of her advocacy work. As the proud wife of an Army Veteran, Amanda is actively involved with the Army National Guard Family Readiness Group, helping soldiers and their families navigate the challenges of deployment and post-deployment life. Inspired by her military connection, Amanda has become a dedicated advocate for Military Veterans diagnosed with cancer. She works tirelessly to raise awareness, promote education, and advocate for service-connected men and women, forging partnerships with Veterans Affairs Hospitals and cancer care teams to build a strong support network for these patients. Amanda is also an active member of the Association of VA Hematology and Oncology (AVAHO) and has been featured in the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), President’s Corner, sharing about her Veteran advocacy work.
In addition to her advocacy for veterans, Amanda has a strong focus on Pediatric Oncology and Neuro-Oncology, with plans to expand FLASCO’s efforts in these critical specialties. A Florida native and mother of three boys, Amanda enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, attending college football games—particularly supporting the Alabama Crimson Tide—and engaging in activities like camping, ATV riding, and boating. She also dedicates much of her time to researching cancer and connecting with patients to better understand how each malignancy is treated and how it affects patients physically, emotionally, socially, and economically.
Amanda’s deep commitment to her family and community is evident both in her professional endeavors and personal life, as she continues to advance FLASCO’s mission and advocate for the oncology community across Florida.
Katrina Williams Director of Corporate Partnerships
Katrina@flasco.org
(813) 677-0246 ext 101
Katrina Williams is the Consultant and Corporate Partner Relations at the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO). She brings years of office administrative and management expertise, having seamlessly organized day to day operations of a wide array of business and organizations in the past.
Katrina joined FLASCO in 2011 and has been a large part of FLASCO’s exponential growth. Her dedication and attention to detail while still maintaining a sense of humor under pressure has made her a key player in FLASCO’s success.
Katrina enjoys spending time with her husband of over 28 years, Joe, and family. She is looking forward to welcoming grandbaby number 3. She is loving the experience and joy of becoming a grandma!
In her free time, Katrina is learning to garden, loves to hike, and is very active in her local church.
BC Davis Event Coordinator
BC Davis is the Event Coordinator for FLASCO. BC comes to FLASCO from the hospitality industry with 15+ years in event planning and project management with a heavy emphasis on customer service. She looks forward to using her administrative and organizational skills in furtherance of the FLASCO mission. Having experienced firsthand the important care and work that all dedicated oncology professionals perform, and the critical role they play in the patient’s journey, she is honored to support these heroes as part of the FLASCO team. On a personal note, BC is passionate about cooking, enjoys entertaining, spending time with family and friends, and boating on Tampa Bay with her husband.
Kellie Jordan Creative Coordinator
Kellie Jordan serves as the Creative Coordinator for the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO), a position she has held since June 2022. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in Technical Writing from the University of South Florida.
Kellie is enthusiastic about the significance of oncology and is proud to use her marketing skills to support FLASCO’s efforts. She contributes by elevating branding, expanding FLASCO’s social media presence, and developing the weekly newsletter.
Kellie has a passion for creativity, indulging in reading, writing, drawing, painting, and karaoke during her free time. When she’s not at the beach with her Golden Retriever, Yoshi, or seeking thrills at Disney, she can often be found curled up with a good book.
An avid traveler, Kellie has explored the United Kingdom, Iceland, France, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and Italy, and looks forward to discovering even more destinations in the near future, with Greece and Japan at the top of her list. She also dreams of one day publishing a short story that captures her love for adventure and creativity.
Kerri Mullis Administrative Executive
Kerri Mullis is the Administrative Executive for the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO). She joined the team in October 2023 and is excited to provide the best possible administrative support to the FLASCO team and committees! She also processes individual memberships and is responsible for onboarding new members, membership engagement and initiatives, database management, and supporting the team for various projects and events.
Kerri’s passion for FLASCO and its’ mission comes from having lost several members of her family to cancer. She is beyond grateful to have family member survivors including her dad (Pancreatic cancer), stepdad (Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma), and mother-in-law (Breast cancer). They, along with the many care providers who helped throughout their journeys, are the reason she is so honored to support and serve FLASCO’s members as they work tirelessly towards advancements in the fight against cancer.
When not working, Kerri and her husband enjoy time at the beach and sightseeing in their new hometown of Tampa. They also travel and visit nature preserves, zoos, and aquariums. Kerri loves to paint and photograph wildlife, as well.
