Prior to the company's inception, Zapata was involved in importing seafood, real estate and other business ventures.

During his time in Tallahassee, Zapata worked on a wide range of issues and developed an expertise in health care policy and budget.

He served as Chairman of the Miami-Dade Delegation from 2007 to 2010 and was appointed to Governor Rick Scott's Health and Human Services Transition Team in 2010.

As a Commissioner, Zapata served as the Chair of the Strategic Planning & Government Operations Committee and the Value Adjustment Board.

Zapata also holds a master's degree in Public Administration from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government.