Dr. Gayle Carson - DeVecht

1938 - 2021

Dr. Gayle Carson - DeVecht
February 19, 1938 - August 1, 2021
Miami Beach, Florida - Dr. Gayle Carson - DeVecht, International Author and Speaker, passed away on Aug. 1st, 2021 at the age of 83.
Gayle came to Miami in 1958 where she created and was CEO of the largest Modeling and Casting Agency in the US outside of LA and NY. She grew the business into 350 employees and represented some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry.
Gayle led a glamorous life in the original hey days of Fabulous Miami in the 50's, 60's and 70's. She sold her business in 1980 and became an International Author and Speaker on Business, writing 7 best selling books, and speaking on 6 continents and over 50 countries. At the time of her passing, she hosted 12 national radio shows on Business and was the only woman in the world to hold several professional designations.
She graduated from Emerson College in Boston with a BA in Broadcasting, Theater, and Speech, and received her Doctorate from NOVA Southeastern University. She was deeply involved with both institutions and was on the Board of both Universities. She also chaired and was a board member of numerous professional organizations and was the first woman in the US to become Chair of a BBB.
Dynamic and Inspirational, Gayle changed lives wherever she went and influenced countless people across the globe to pursue their dreams and lead more fulfilling lives. She believed in making the most of every moment. "When you refuse to give into negativity , the impossible becomes possible."
She loved her family and pets. She met and married the love of her life, Norman DeVecht, a Real Estate Developer, in Coral Gables, FL in 1963. They enjoyed 45 magical years together before his passing in 2008. Also pre-deceased by her son, Steven DeVecht, Madrid, Spain. She is survived by her son, Scott DeVecht and Son-In-Law, Todd Brinton, Rancho Mirage, CA, her daughter, Tracy DeVecht, Grand Daughter, Sarah, Great Grandchildren, Zion and Zia, Troy, AL.
Tributes are being held by organizations across the country. A private family service will be held in Miami Beach.