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HAPPENINGS AT THE HUB
Welcome Brian Heck,
Executive Director
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I am proud to serve as the Executive Director of the Palm Beach County HUB, bringing more than 15 years of experience in leadership, behavioral health, education, social services, homelessness response, and community-based programs.
My career has always centered around helping people recognize their potential and creating opportunities for meaningful change. I began my professional journey in education as a teacher, an experience that taught me the importance of communication, patience, mentorship, and meeting people where they are.
I later transitioned into behavioral health, serving as a therapist at Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center. Working directly with individuals and families facing behavioral health challenges gave me a deeper understanding of the complexities that can affect a person's stability and well-being. It also shaped the compassionate, person-centered approach that continues to influence my leadership today.
Most recently, I served as Senior Director of the Senator Philip D. Lewis Center at Gulfstream Goodwill Industries, where I led the operations of Palm Beach County's 24/7 homeless resource center. In that role, I had the privilege of leading a multidisciplinary team and collaborating with Palm Beach County, law enforcement, healthcare providers, nonprofit organizations, housing partners, and other community stakeholders to assist individuals experiencing homelessness.
Each chapter of my career, from the classroom to behavioral health, homelessness services, and now executive leadership, has reinforced my belief that lasting change happens when we combine compassion with accountability, opportunity, and strong community partnerships.
As Executive Director of the HUB, I am excited to bring those experiences together to strengthen collaboration throughout Palm Beach County, expand community partnerships, connect people with critical resources, and develop new opportunities for the HUB to grow its impact.
At the heart of my work is a belief that has remained consistent throughout my career: every person has potential, and sometimes the right support, opportunity, and connection can change the trajectory of someone's life.
Outside of my professional life, I value spending time with my family and making the most of the experiences life has to offer. I enjoy fishing, exploring new places, and embracing opportunities to experience life from new perspectives. These moments help keep me grounded and reinforce the importance I place on connection, curiosity, and maintaining a meaningful balance between leadership, family, and personal growth.
I am honored to lead the HUB into its next chapter and to work alongside the people and organizations throughout Palm Beach County who share that commitment.
Overdose Awareness Day 2026
On Tuesday August 25, 2026, staff, board and participants were present at the Palm Beach County Commissioner's meeting for the Proclamation recognizing August 31, 2026 as International Overdose Awareness Day.
Join us at any one of our four locations today as we light candles in remembrance of those we have lost and plant seeds of hope for the future.
Click on the link below to view
Community Comes Together to Celebrate Opening of Recovery Community Hub’s Flagship Center in Riviera Beach
March 25, 2026
The Recovery Community Hub of Palm Beach County (The Hub) invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of its new flagship headquarters in Riviera Beach on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The event will bring together an estimated 150–200 residents, families, community partners, and local leaders in a shared commitment to recovery and connection.
More than a ribbon cutting, this celebration reflects the strength and resilience of the local recovery community. The new Riviera Beach location—the largest Recovery Community Center (RCC) in the county—was created to expand access to support, build meaningful connections, and ensure that no one has to navigate recovery alone.
The event will include a ceremonial ribbon cutting, community remarks, and a special proclamation recognizing the importance of recovery support in Palm Beach County. Commissioner Bobby Powell will present the official proclamation, as will City of Riviera Beach Mayor, Douglas Lawson. Light refreshments will be served.
Founded in 2021 with the support of Palm Beach County Community Services, The Hub is a peer-led Recovery Community Organization built by and for the community. Its mission is to empower, connect, and advocate for individuals and families in all stages of recovery.
At the heart of The Hub’s work is community voice. Each Recovery Community Center is guided by a leadership committee of local residents who identify the unique needs of their community and help shape services to ensure they are responsive, inclusive, and accessible.
The Hub embraces all pathways to recovery and works to reduce stigma, remove barriers to care, and create a culture where recovery is understood, supported, and celebrated. Through its four Hubs across Palm Beach County, The Hub offers programs designed to meet people where they are—supporting individuals, children, and families along every step of their journey.
This community-driven approach is making a measurable impact. In the first six months of Fiscal Year 2026, The Hub has seen a 237% increase in participation, providing over 4,800 services to more than 580 individuals.
“The opening of this flagship center is a reflection of what’s possible when a community comes together,” said Executive Director, Holly Stewart, LCSW. “This space belongs to the community—it’s a place for connection, hope, and support for anyone impacted by substance use.”
The Riviera Beach headquarters will serve as a gathering place where individuals and families can find support, build relationships, and access resources in a welcoming, stigma-free environment.
Event Details:
📍 Riviera Beach Recovery Community Hub, 1939 Broadway, Riviera Beach
📅 March 31, 2026
🕒 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
🎀 Ribbon Cutting | Community Remarks | Proclamation | Light Refreshments
About Recovery Community Hub of Palm Beach County
The Recovery Community Hub of Palm Beach County provides support and solutions for individuals and families affected by substance use disorders. By empowering, connecting, and advocating for those in recovery, The Hub is building stronger, healthier communities where recovery is possible for everyone.
Yani Quiles featured in December/ January edition of The Well
December 8, 2025
The Hub of Lake Worth's own Yani Quiles was featured in the December 2025/ January 2026 edition of The Well of Palm Beach County. She was invited by Be Well to share her take on the importance of art in recovery as part of their ongoing series "The Draw" . As the Site Coordinator for the Lake Worth Hub and Certified Peer Specialist she shares her talent in a "Hues of Healing" class. Read more on pages 14 and 15 of The Well by click on the image.
The Hub hires new Executive Director
October 1, 2025
The Hub of Palm Beach County is pleased to announce they have hired Holly J Stewart, LCSW, to serve as Executive Director. Holly Stewart brings over 25 years of experience in variety of roles from community based services to C-Suite. management. As Executive Director she will apply her grant writing, program development skills and empathic servant oriented leadership style to expanding the Hub's presence and services in our recovery community.