Executive Management

Mario Garcia, Jr - President & CEO

 Mario Garcia, Jr. was born and raised in Tampa where he continues to maintain his residence and operate businesses in Hillsborough County, Fl. Mr. Garcia is the President and Chief Executive Officer of EMSI, a national medical device company that he established in 1995 as a start-up business. Presently, EMSI services over 40,000 patients world wide and employs over 225 people. In 2004, Mr. Garcia founded Validus Group, which develops and manages real estate and real estate related companies. Mr. Garcia is also on the board of directors for Carter Validus Mission Critical REIT and Strategic Capital Companies - two companies which he helped found in 2010. In addition, Mr. Garcia is one of the founding board members of Gulfshore Bank, a local community bank focusing on small to medium size companies.

Mr. Garcia is active in the community where he serves on several boards. Currently, he is a board member of the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) where he is an active participant on the Finance Committee and is Chairman of the National Hispanic Scientist of the Year Gala. Mr. Garcia is also a member of the Vistage International, a networking group of chief executive officers managing businesses throughout the community. Mr. Garcia and his businesses also support Metropolitan Ministries, American Cancer Society, and a variety of other charitable foundations.

Dean Muley, Executive Vice President:

Dean Muley is a Tampa, Florida native who received his BS BA from the University of Florida. Dean has worked at the executive management level both with operations as well as sales.  Having 20 years experience, Dean has received numerous commendations for his high level of customer service and his leadership. As the Executive Vice President of EMSI, Mr. Muley leads a team of professionals who provide outstanding service nationally. Mr. Muley donates his time and effort as a coach for children's sports for the local YMCA.

Gretchen Dacey-Zavalianos, Esq. - Vice President of Operations

Gretchen Dacey-Zavalianos, Esq, Vice President of Operations: Gretchen was born in Massachussetts but has made Tampa her home for over 10 years. Gretchen joined EMSI in May of 2007.  Gretchen is responsible for overseeing Operations which includes Billing, Patient Support Services, Customer Service, Medicare, and Accounts Receivables. She is also responsible for reviewing contracts, legal documents and correspondence, administering and implementing EMSI Corporate Compliance Program and Corporate representation. Gretchen has over 15 years in the healthcare industry and most recently was the Director of Operations for a national Electrotherapy Device company. Gretchen donates her efforts to benefit Foster Angels charitable organization.

Gretchen earned her BA from the University of New Hampshire, her Masters in Psychology from Lesley College, and her J.D. from Massachusetts School of Law.

Yorlan Alfonso - Comptroller and Chief Compliance Officer:

Yorlan Alfonso, Comptroller & Chief Compliance Officer:  Yorlan was born in Cuba, but has been in Tampa, Florida for over 30 years. Yorlan received his Bachelors of Science in Finance from University of South Florida and his Masters of Business Administration from St. Leo University. Yorlan has been with EMSI for over 5 years and has had extensive financial background prior to EMSI.  Yorlan is responsible for the development, interpretation, maintenance and implementation of Company financial policies and procedures.  Financial and business plan development and execution. Yorlan is a member of the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay Development Committee.