Shamus Perez is a 2nd generation Puerto Rican/American whose
grandparents migrated from various municipalities in Puerto Rico, including
Arecibo. Born in Buffalo, New York, Shamus grew up in a proud Puerto
Rican family alongside many other Puerto Rican families who had migrated
west of New York City to establish residence primarily in the west side of
Buffalo.
Growing up with 1st generation Puerto Rican/American parents, who
faced the many struggles 1st generation migrants face, Shamus was
determined to become the first in the family to graduate college. This
determination, led Shamus to graduate on a PTK Honors Society academic
scholarship with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Florida
Atlantic University.
As a resident of Palm Beach County, Shamus is a volunteer at food
pantries across the county and an experienced financial advisor having
worked in the industry since he was a teenager. On his free time, Shamus is
an adamant kite surfer and can be found surfing the beaches of South
Florida.
As an ambassador for the Puerto Rican Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce, he is determined to preserve the Taino culture and traditions of
the island as well as promote Hispanic involvement and goodwill in the
community.
