Dries Darrow Application PackageDarrow Dries D
Last Name First Name Middle Initial
4552 Post Avenue Miami Beach
Home Address City
FL 33140
State Zip Code
30553480837863527387
HomeWork
driesdarrow@hotmail.com
Email Address
7863527387
Cellular
Miami
Business Address
936 SW 1st Ave
City
FL
State
33130
Zip Code
NeXuma
Occupation:Business Name:
Climate Tech Business Analyst
Please list your preferences in order of ranking [1] first choice [2] second choice, and [3] third choice. Please note
that only three (3) choices will be observed by the City Clerk’s Office. (Regular Boards of City)
Choice 1:
Choice 2:
Choice 3:
Disability Access Committee
Mayor's 41st Street Committee
Cultural Arts Council
BOARD AND COMMITTEE
APPLICATION FORM
Note:If applying for the At-Large position of the Historic Preservation Board, please answer the below
questions:
Have you ever resided in one of the City's Historic Districts for at least one year?No
No Address in City Historic District submitted.
Professional License
No Professional Licenses Submitted.
Note:If you are seeking appointment to a professional seat (e.g. attorney, architect, etc.), you must attach a copy of
your currently effective corresponding professional license.
Pursuant to City Code section 2-22(4) a, b and c: Members of Agencies, Boards, and Committees shall be
affiliated with the city. This requirement shall be fulfilled in the following ways:
YesResident of the City for a minimum of six (6) months:
Demonstrate an ownership interest in a business established in the City for a minimum of six (6) months:No
AFFILIATION WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
a.
● I am resident of:Middle Beach
Or
b.
"Ownership Interest" shall mean the ownership of ten percent (10%) or more (including the ownership of 10%
or more of the outstanding capital stock) in a business.
"Business" shall mean any sole proprietorship, sponsorship, corporation, limited liability company, or other
entity or business association.
c.Full-time employee of such a business (for a minimum of six months); and I am based in an office or
other location of the business that is physically located in Miami Beach (for a minimum of six months):No
Notwithstanding the requirements set forth herein, the qualified full-time employee of a business must be
approved by a 4/7th vote of the Mayor and City Commission.
NOTE: Members of Agencies, Boards, and Committees shall be required to demonstrate compliance with the City
affiliation requirements of section 2-22 (4) a and b of the Miami Beach City Code by executing an affidavit,
stipulating that they have met either (or both) of said affiliation requirements. The original affidavit shall be filled
with the Office of the City Clerk prior to being sworn in as a member.
Or
No● Have you ever been convicted of a felony:If yes, please explain in detail:
● Do you currently have a violation(s) of City of Miami Beach codes:No If yes, please explain in detail:
● Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money:No If yes, please explain in detail:
● Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees:No If yes, which board?
● Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach?No
● I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please list below:
I am applying to the Disability Access Committee because my dad had a stroke last year and I want to help
improve his quality of life. My entrepreneurial background lends itself well to the government workspace, I can
work individually and well as a team. The other two committee positions I applied for are because I live close by
41st street and I used to play double bass. My ambition is to (one day) open up a cafe, restaurant, and
performance space in Mid-Beach. The former Roosevelt holds a significant place in my heart. I would like to
restore it back to its former glory, improve living conditions for people with disabilities near 41st street, and bring
issues to each committee to solve.
NOTE: IF APPOINTED, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW CERTAIN LAWS THAT APPLY TO CITY
BOARD/COMMITTEE MEMBERS. THESE LAWS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
o Prohibition from directly or indirectly lobbying city personnel (Miami Beach City Code section 2-459).
o Prohibition from contracting with the city (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Prohibition from lobbying before board/committee you have served on for period of one year after leaving office
(Miami Beach Code section 2-26)
o Requirement to disclose certain financial interests and gifts (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Sunshine Law - Florida's Government-in-the-Sunshine Law was enacted in 1967. Today, the Sunshine Law
regarding open government can be found in Chapter 286 of the Florida Statutes. These statutes establish a basic
right of access to most meetings of Boards, Commissions, and other governing bodies of state and local
governmental agencies or authorities.
o Voting conflict - Form 8B is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on
an appointed or elected Board, Council, Commission, Authority, or Committee. It applies equality to members of
advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143.
Florida Statutes.
o Commencing with terms beginning on or after January 1, 2024, and as a condition of applying for appointment to
a City agency, board, or committee, each applicant must voluntarily agree that in the event the applicant files with
the City Clerk a Statement of Candidate formally announcing candidacy for City elective office, such filing with the
City Clerk shall be deemed a tender of resignation from the City agency, board or committee, and the member's
automatic resignation shall thereby immediately create a vacancy in the agency, board, or committee.
● In what organization(s) in the City of Miami Beach do you currently hold membership in?
No Organization Information Submitted.
● List the address of all properties owned or in which you have an interest within the City of Miami Beach:
No Owned Property Information submitted.
If so, which department and title?No● Are you now employed by the City of Miami Beach:
● Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25 (b):
Do you have a parent, spouse, child, brother, or sister who is employed by the City of Miami Beach?No
If "Yes", identify person(s) and department(s):
No relative's information submitted.
BOARD & COMMITTEE FINANCIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT
Acknowledgement of fines/suspension for Board/Committee Members for failure to comply with
Miami-Dade County Financial Disclosure Code Section 2-11.1(i)(2)
I understand that no later than July 1, of each year all members of Boards and Committees of the City of Miami
Beach, including those of a purely advisory nature, are required to comply with Miami-Dade County Financial
Disclosure Requirements.
One of the following forms must be filled with the City Clerk of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, no later than 12:00 noon of July 1, of each year:
1. A "Source of Income Statement;" or
2. A "Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1)¹ ;" or
3. A Copy of your latest Federal Income Tax Return.
Failure to file one of these forms, pursuant to the Miami-Dade County Code, may subject the person to a fine of no
more than $500, 60 days in jail, or both.
_____________________________
¹ Members of the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment will be notified directly by the State of Florida, pursuant
to F.S. §112.3145(1)(a), to file a Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1) with the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of
Elections by 12:00 noon, July 1. Planning Board and Board of Adjustment members who file their Form 1 with the
County Supervisor of Elections automatically satisfy the County’s financial disclosure requirement as a Miami Beach
City Board/Committee member and need not file an additional form with the Office of the City Clerk. However,
compliance with the County disclosure requirement does not satisfy the State requirement.
DIVERSITY STATISTICS REPORT
The following information is voluntary and has no bearing on your consideration for appointment. It is being asked to
comply with City diversity reporting requirements.
WhiteRace/Ethnic Categories
What is your race?
No details providedOther Description:
Gender:Male
Are you Spanish/Hispanic/ Latino? Mark the "No" box if not Spanish / Hispanic /
Latino.
No
Physically Challenged:No
I HEREBY ATTEST TO THE ACCURACY AND TRUTHFULNESS OF THE APPLICATION; AND I HAVE
RECEIVED, READ AND WILL ABIDE BY CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE VII, OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE,
ENTITLED “STANDARDS OF CONDUCT FOR CITY OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND AGENCY MEMBERS AND
ALL OTHER APPLICABLE COUNTY AND/OR STATE LAWS AND STATUTES ACCORDINGLY.”
I Dries Darrow agreed to the following terms on 4/19/2024 11:42:58 AM
Received in the City Clerk's Office by:
Name of Deputy Clerk Control No. Date
Board and Committee Application Checklist: Please ensure you have provided all information before applying or
reapplying to any Board and Committee.
YES
YES
YES
YES
I have answered all questions fully.
I have uploaded a current resume, photograph, and a copy of any applicable professional license.
I have completed and attached the Board & Committee Financial Acknowledgment Statement.
I have completed and attached the Diversity Statistics Report.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the City Clerk via email: BC@miamibeachfl.gov or
telephone: 305.673.7411
Note: Florida Statutes 119.071: The role of the Office of the City Clerk is to receive and maintain forms filed as
public records. If your home address, telephone numbers, and/or photograph are exempt from disclosure and you
do not wish your home address, telephone numbers, and/or photograph to be made public, please:
1) Use your office or other address for your mailing address;
2) Use your office or other telephone number for your contact number; and
3) Do not attach a photograph.
YES I voluntarily agree to the resignation from the City agency, board, or committee, if I file a Statement
of Candidate for a City Elective Office (1).
(1) I understand that commencing with terms beginning on or after January 1, 2024, and as a condition of applying for
appointment to a City agency, board, or committee, I must voluntarily agree that in the event I file with the City Clerk a
Statement of Candidate formally announcing candidacy for City elective office, such filing with the City Clerk shall be deemed a
tender of resignation from the City agency, board, or committee.
Dries Darrow
Date of birth: 08/02/1999 Nationality: American, Dutch Gender: Male
Phone number: (+1) 7863527387 (Mobile) Email address:
driesdarrow@hotmail.com Website: https://driesdarrow.mystrikingly.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dries_darrow/
Address: 4552 Post Avenue, 33140, Miami Beach , United States (Home)
As a Master's student specializing in Entrepreneurship, I aspire to leverage my academic insights and
practical acumen to contribute meaningfully to progressive organizations committed to innovation and
adaptability in dynamic environments. Demonstrating adept problem-solving skills across diverse industries,
I am dedicated to fostering sustainable development and driving business innovation through strategic
creativity.
01/09/2023 – CURRENT Amsterdam, Netherlands
MASTERS OF SCIENCE (MSC) Vrije Universiteit (VU) and University of Amsterdam (UvA)
Field of study Entrepreneurship
01/08/2022 – 01/11/2022
GENERAL CERTIFICATE IN BREWING Institute of Brewing and Distilling
01/08/2017 – 01/07/2020 Miami, United States
BACHELOR OF ARTS Florida International University
Graduated magna cum laude in the honors college. Member of phi betta kappa.
Field of study Economics
01/06/2020 – 01/07/2020
MANAGING BRAND REPUTATION LinkedIn
01/05/2020 – 01/06/2020
STORYTELLING FOR ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS LinkedIn
01/08/2013 – 01/06/2017 Miami, United States
HIGH SCHOOL DEGREE Miami Arts Charter School
01/06/2023 – 01/07/2023 Miami, United States
DIRECTOR OF SAILING OPERATIONS MIAMI YACHT CLUB YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION
Trained instructors to develop effective teaching methodologies on a contract basis. Identified a significant
cultural disparity impacting staff morale during the initial week of summer camp. Collaborated with U.S.
Sailing coaches to revamp and restructure the program, implementing innovative teaching strategies that
seamlessly integrated classroom instruction with practical on-water training sessions. Spearheaded a
transformative initiative that restored the camp's renowned reputation, leading to the recruitment of over
20 highly motivated instructors.
ABOUT ME
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
WORK EXPERIENCE
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01/02/2022 – 01/03/2023 Amsterdam , Netherlands
BREW HOUSE OPERATOR TWO CHEFS BREWING COMPANY
Achieved proficiency as a pivotal member of the production team, rapidly mastering brewing on a custom-
made 35HL German brew system with manual operation. Gained expertise in operating the centrifuge and
bottling line (each with distinct procedures), excelled in adjunct additions and lab work.
01/02/2021 – 01/12/2021 Miami , United States
CELLAR OPERATOR J. WAKEFIELD BREWING COMPANY
Expertly executed critical responsibilities such as monitoring fermentation and beer packaging efforts.
Managed comprehensive aspects of the role, including inventory management, logistics, and strategic
planning. Notably contributed to the success of the barrel program, playing a key role in its treatment and
enhancement alongside the cellar team.
01/06/2017 – 01/08/2020 Miami , United States
SAILING CAMP CONSULTANT MIAMI YACHT CLUB YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION
Coached competitive sailors enrolled in the summer camp program, guiding the Open Bic Team to notable
successes, including achieving 2nd and 3rd place in international competitions, such as those held in
Germany. Implemented a safe and highly effective teaching strategy that garnered recognition and adoption
by other sailing teams, amplifying its impact beyond our immediate sphere.
01/12/2018 – 01/12/2019 Miami , United States
COMMUNICATION MANAGER RAKASTELLA
Served as the pivotal link between event organizers and volunteers. Played a crucial role in the seamless
production of the festival, overseeing tasks that ranged from from staffing bars to resolving issues like
broken facilities.
01/06/2018 – 01/12/2018 Miami, United States
FOUNDER UMAMI ENTERTAINMENT
Founded and led UMAMI, a platform hosting creative events and showcasing local musicians. Orchestrated
music festivals – CONNECT and VENTURE – to satisfy the community’s desire to foster connections and
expand horizons. Independently managed the organization, including marketing, musician and vendor
relationships and booking (event included pop-ups of clothing brands, voter sign-up booths, food, and visual
artists). Co-produced musician release parties with a core mission of supporting Miami's underground
creative community.
01/05/2018 – 01/06/2018 Amsterdam, Netherlands
GROUND TEAM DEKMANTEL
Pioneered event production with hands-on involvement in the creative process. Contributed to the
construction of stages, rest areas, and fences.
Mother tongue(s): ENGLISH | DUTCH
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Facebook, Google Social Media (Facebook,
Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) Basic Image/video editing softwares (Canva, iMovie)
Inter-personal skills
Leadership, Decision making, Critical thinking, Relationship building Team-work oriented Motivated
Organizational and planning skills Creativity
LANGUAGE SKILLS
DIGITAL SKILLS
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