Michael Romano, Big Cypress Basin Board Member
SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
Michael Romano was appointed to the Big Cypress Basin Board in August 2023 by Governor Ron DeSantis. He is the owner of Michael Canvas & Upholstery, a mobile fabric and upholstery business located in Southwest Florida and Henderson, New York. Michael has more than 40 years of experience in the marine canvas industry and is an avid boater and fisherman.
Michael was born and raised in upstate New York and moved to Southwest Florida in 1995 to expand his family’s business. In addition to his professional work, Michael served as a volunteer coach on his son’s hockey team and his daughters’ soccer teams. He also worked as a volunteer for the School District of Collier County.
In his free time, Michael enjoys watching his son play hockey and visiting his daughters, who currently attend Florida State University and Florida Gulf Coast University.
Michael resides in Naples, with his wife, Ellen, a Collier County school teacher, and their children.
Current Term: August 2023 – March 2025
Contact Address:
Big Cypress Basin Service Center
2660 North Horseshoe Drive, Suite 101A
Naples, FL 34104
Phone: (239) 263-7615
Email: miromano@sfwmd.gov
Areas Represented: Collier County and portions of Monroe County
Appointed By: Governor Ron DeSantis
Original Appointment: August 4, 2023
Education:
• Attended Oswego State University
• Attended Mohawk Valley Community College
Occupation: Owner, Romano Canvas & Upholstery
Professional, Business and Service Affiliations:
• Member of Ducks Unlimited
• Member of the Rotary Club of Naples