Health care

Vascular surgeon Dr. Calvin Williams has joined AdventHealth Medical Group and will care for patients at both AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach and AdventHealth Daytona Beach.

Hospitality

Jason Brooks was appointed chief operating officer and partner at Artistry Restaurants, Winter Park.

Ricardo Merchant was appointed general manager of Avanti International Resort, Orlando.

Public relations

Laura D’Abbondanza has joined Paquin Public Relations as PR account director in the agency’s Maitland office.

Other

Jessica Ganson was promoted to senior vice president, human resources, at Heart of Florida United Way, Orlando.

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