Meet six Central Florida residents who are going above and beyond to make a positive impact on their communities.

At first glance, the notable locals who make up Orlando Family Magazine’s annual Men of the Year list don’t appear to have much in common. They come from different backgrounds, have unique interests and work in vastly different fields on an everyday basis, from construction to neurosurgery to artificial intelligence technology. Yet what they all share is a desire to see their communities flourish, to identify crucial needs and to find ways they can help.

None of their charitable efforts are made for personal recognition, but that is exactly what they deserve for consistently proving to be difference-makers in Central Florida and beyond.

Man of the Year: Dr. Myron Rolle
Football fans know Myron Rolle as a former All-American safety at Florida State University who went on to play briefly in the NFL, but he has never let his athletic career define him. Even as he was starring for the Seminoles, Rolle was well known for his accolades in the classroom—he became a Rhodes scholar—and his dream to attend medical school. He did just that following his playing days, and Rolle is now a pediatric neurosurgeon at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida in his hometown of Orlando. Outside of his influential work there, Rolle also serves on the board of directors for Aspire Health Partners, the leading mental health organization in Central Florida, and is chairman of the Caribbean Neurosurgery Foundation, a nonprofit that seeks to improve neurological care in the Caribbean. A best-selling author, Rolle also has his own nonprofit, The Myron L. Rolle Foundation, which strives to positively affect the lives of underserved children and families. Its areas of focus include raising awareness for pediatric gun safety, providing food security for women of childbearing age and promoting helmet safety for kids who use bikes, electric scooters and other recreational vehicles.

“To me, giving back is important because it reflects a repayment of the sacrifices of those who came before us,” Rolle says. “My parents, who came to the U.S. from the Bahamas, taught me to be selfless and that serving others, especially marginalized populations, is paramount to being a good Christian and a good person. Today, I teach these same values to my children. My family and I truly believe in giving back—it’s part of our lifestyle. We believe that providing support for members of our community is incredibly important.”

Kevin Bolding
A graduate of the University of Virginia, Bolding has served the YMCA for nearly 30 years at stops all over the country. He arrived in Orlando in 2021 and is currently the president and CEO of the YMCA of Central Florida, one of the area’s largest nonprofits focused on strengthening communities. He believes wholeheartedly in its mission of lifting up an entire region, basing his work on the idea of paying forward all the support he’s been given and setting an example for future generations. Bolding also sits on the national board of directors for the YMCA, and locally is on the board for Dr. Phillips Inc. He and his family, residents of Winter Garden, are active supporters of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America and are members of the Orlando chapter of Jack & Jill of America. Bolding considers himself lucky to have had many mentors who inspired his community service: “From coaches to teachers to volunteers and YMCA peers, I have been blessed to learn from so many who took interest in my career and in my standing as a positive male leader in the communities I have been blessed to serve.”

Pete Barr
The president and CEO of &Barr, a successful digital marketing agency, Barr’s impact extends throughout the Orlando community with his support of organizations that provide critical resources, promote stability and create opportunities for individuals and families in Central Florida. He has helped increase access to safe, affordable housing across the region through his involvement with Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and Osceola County, where he previously served as board chair. He also established &Barr’s Corporate Social Opportunity program, which encourages employees to participate in volunteer efforts with organizations such as Seniors First and the YMCA of Central Florida. Last year, under his leadership, the agency completed more than 475 hours of community service and provided more than $240,000 in in-kind donations. Barr also finds time to mentor students at the University of Central Florida who are studying advertising. “I have always believed that if you are in a position to help, you have a responsibility to do so,” he says. “That mindset was shaped early on by my father and the leaders I have looked up to throughout my career, who showed me the importance of giving back and staying connected to your community.”

Richard McCree Jr.
As McCree General Contractors & Architects marks its 100th year in business in 2026, the company’s fourth-generation leader is focused on continuing its legacy of serving the community well beyond its work in the construction industry. McCree, the president and CEO, is dedicated to strengthening Central Florida through his ongoing support of organizations that expand access to education, health care and essential community resources such as the Valencia Foundation, the Orlando Health Foundation and the OCPS Foundation. In addition to his philanthropic efforts, McCree plays a key role in delivering facilities that directly benefit the community, including schools, health care environments and public safety buildings. “Giving back has always been a core part of who we are as a company and as a family,” he says. “As we celebrate McCree General Contractor & Architects’ centennial this year, I’ve been fortunate to reflect on the legacy of leaders before me, especially within my own family, who believed success isn’t just measured by what you build, but by the impact you have on others. That perspective has stayed with me, and it’s what drives my commitment to support organizations that strengthen our community and create opportunities for future generations.”

Ben Duncan
A lifelong Florida resident who has called Orlando home for the past decade, Duncan was one of the first AI/ML engineers hired at the startup Onebrief Inc., where he leads the development of agentic AI applications, applying cutting-edge technology to complex workflows. Outside of work, he has been a board member for eight years and currently serves as board president for Guys With Ties Philanthropy, a nonprofit that hosts unique social events and entertaining parties to raise funds for a rotating group of local charities. Under his leadership, Guys With Ties has achieved record-setting fundraising results, increasing its total lifetime donations to more than $750,000. Duncan’s involvement has allowed him to meet with dozens of charitable organizations and learn more about the needs of the community. His dedication to helping others revolves around the importance of shared responsibility in making a community better and the power that comes from raising awareness about a cause. “Giving back is something I find deeply rewarding,” he says. “I genuinely enjoy the work and the human connection it provides. In a world that often feels increasingly digital and distant, finding ways to engage face-to-face with people in our own backyard is a powerful way to stay grounded and connected to what really matters.”

Orlando Alancastro
Alancastro, who has degrees from the University of Central Florida and the Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College, is the vice president of transmission at the Orlando Utilities Commission. He first joined the organization—the 14th largest public power utility in the country—in 2002 as an electrical engineer before working his way up through multiple leadership positions. His community involvement includes serving on the board of directors for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida and the Hispanic Chamber of Metro Orlando. Other charitable groups he has supported are CareerSource of Central Florida, Prospera and the Electrical Council of Florida-Central Chapter. Alancastro credits mentors such as Judge Wilfredo Martinez of the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida and Gaby Ortigoni of the Hispanic Economic Advancement Foundation for inspiring his commitment to philanthropy. “The community has helped shape who I am,” he says. “It’s only right that I give back.”

Ken Bush
A proud Orlando native who graduated from Evans High School, Bush went on to attend Florida A&M University on a track and field scholarship. He got into coaching after his career ended and has led numerous high school and middle school teams in the area, including his current position as the head boys and girls track coach at Ocoee High School. Bush also mentors young athletes through MPowered Athletix (MPA), which he co-founded in 2014 alongside friend and colleague Isreal Simon. Together, they built MPA with a vision of creating a family-oriented youth organization that supports athletes in all areas of development—emotionally, physically and through self-determination, goal setting and life-transition planning. MPA has supported hundred of athletes between 4 and 18 since its inception. Bush credits his own coaches, including Max Purcell in high school and Bobby Lang in college, for helping him recognize his potential and develop the work ethic to reach it. His mother, Betty Bush, a youth pastor, instilled in him a strong sense of community and the importance of giving back. “There is no greater reward than watching young athletes grow into confident, successful adults,” he says. “I am grateful for every opportunity to be part of their journeys. My mission has always been to support, encourage and prepare each athlete to pursue their dreams—and MPowered Athletix has been the vehicle that allows me to do just that.”