My name is July Llanes-Merenkov, I was born and raised in Havana, Cuba. I started my career with St. Petersburg College in 2019. I worked in the legal field for over 18 years. I also have experience in real estate development, medical sectors and with small business startups. I have a passion for education and for preparing individuals and businesses for success. I am excited you chose to embark on this educational journey and I look forward to having you in any one of my classes! I am the mother of three wonderful children and in my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family. My hobbies are ballroom dancing, taekwondo (I am a 3rd Degree Black Belt), traveling, photography and gardening.