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Florida Chamber Media Director Taylore Maxey Honored in Tallahassee Democrat’s 2026 Class of 25 Women You Need to Know

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, the Florida Chamber of Commerce celebrates Taylore Maxey, Director of Media and Public Relations, for being named to the Tallahassee Democrat’s 20th annual “25 Women You Need to Know” list, recognizing her leadership and contributions to the community. The 2026 class highlights 25 accomplished women and five young women “to watch” who have made significant impacts in Tallahassee. This milestone year marks two decades of the annual…

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Florida Prosperity Initiative Releases “State of Childhood Poverty in Florida” Report Highlighting Progress and Work Ahead

Today, the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Florida Prosperity Initiative released its latest report, State of Childhood Poverty in Florida, providing a data-informed look at the progress being made and the work still ahead to cut childhood poverty in half, a goal officially outlined in the Florida2030 Blueprint. The annual poverty report indicates that Florida has: 711,576 kids in poverty, with more than half of these kids living in only 15% (that’s more than 152 zip codes…

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Florida Chamber Foundation Releases New Report Measuring State’s Progress Toward Top 10 Global Economy Target

The Florida Chamber Foundation today released the Florida 2030 Blueprint Halftime Report, offering a comprehensive assessment of Florida’s progress toward becoming a Top 10 global economy by 2030 and outlining the priorities needed to ensure long-term prosperity for all Floridians. Launched in 2018, the Florida 2030 Blueprint established 39 measurable goals focused on economic growth, workforce readiness, and improved quality of life. The new report finds Florida making meaningful progress despite significant global and national…

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Florida Maintains Economic Momentum Following Conclusion of 2026 Legislative Session Despite Discord

                                  Florida’s Regular Legislative Session by the Numbers: 1,788 Bills and PCBs filed; approximately 185 general bills passed both chambers Florida Chamber of Commerce testified approximately 100 times on legislation impacting job creators Florida Chamber is analyzing approximately 4,000 regular session votes cast by lawmakers and will release its annual Legislative Report Card with our forthcoming How They Voted publication $1.4 billion difference in House and Senate budgets, requiring a special session before June 30…

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Florida Chamber Foundation Names Corrie Melton Vice President of Talent Development for the Future of Work

Corrie Melton has joined the Florida Chamber Foundation as Vice President of Talent Development for the Future of Work, leading our efforts to help close Florida’s talent gap and ensure the state’s workforce is prepared to support continued economic growth. Melton brings extensive experience in workforce and talent strategy, business engagement and community leadership. She previously served as Vice President of Talent Development at the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, where she worked closely with…

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Florida Chamber of Commerce Vice President Crystal Campbell Recognized on News Service of Florida 40 Under 40 List

  Crystal Campbell, Vice President of Marketing and Communications and Vice President of the Leadership Cabinet at the Florida Chamber of Commerce, has been named to the News Service of Florida 2026 40 Under 40 list. The recognition celebrates young leaders across the state who bring fresh perspectives and drive progress in some of Florida’s most important industries. Crystal was honored at the 40 Under 40 event on February 19, at Eve on Adams, located…

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Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Hilary Holley in House District 51 Special Election

The Florida Chamber of Commerce is once again uniting Florida’s business community for good and today endorsed Hilary Holley in the special election for House District 51 taking place on March 24th. As the Executive Director of the Florida FFA Foundation, Hilary Holley has a proven track record of promoting and defending Florida’s proud agricultural tradition. In the Florida House, Hilary will work to promote Florida’s small businesses and strengthen educational choices for parents. “The…

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Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Jon Maples in House District 87 Special Election

The Florida Chamber of Commerce is once again uniting Florida’s business community for good and today endorsed Jon Maples in the special election for House District 87 taking place on March 24th. Jon Maples’ background as a businessman and local community leader has demonstrated his commitment to promoting free enterprise in Florida. In the Florida House, Maples looks to focus on removing burdensome red tape and to support the private sector solutions that will create…

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Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses James Buchanan in Senate District 22 Election

The Florida Chamber of Commerce is once again uniting Florida’s business community for good and today endorsed Representative James Buchanan in the 2026 General Election for Senate District 22. As an entrepreneur and small business owner, James understands the hard work required to grow and maintain a successful family business. James has earned a lifetime A-rating on the Florida Chamber’s Legislative Report Card and has been a leader in the Florida House. In the Florida…

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Statement from Mark Wilson, President & CEO, Florida Chamber on Recreational Marijuana Ballot Initiative

Mark Wilson, President & CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement regarding the news that the Florida Supreme Court has dismissed the request for an advisory opinion on whether recreational marijuana should be on the 2026 ballot: “Even after spending 205 million dollars, Big Weed still hasn’t convinced Floridians that legalizing recreational drug use makes Florida’s future any more secure. As I have said time and time again, the more Floridians…

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Florida Chamber Foundation’s Florida Prosperity Initiative’s New Analysis Shows Florida Making Continued Progress on Replacing Childhood Poverty with Prosperity

The Leadership Advisory Board of the Florida Prosperity Initiative reports that Florida is making progress in reducing childhood poverty. The latest Florida Chamber Foundation Prosperity Initiative analysis highlights continued momentum in the statewide business-led effort to cut Florida’s childhood poverty in half by 2030, which is one of 39 targeted goals of the Florida 2030 Blueprint to move Florida from the 15th-largest global economy to the 10th-largest. According to our latest analysis, despite having more children in…

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Florida Chamber Foundation’s 2026 Economic Outlook Predicts Florida Economy Expected to Outperform the Nation

The Florida Chamber Foundation released the 2026 Florida Economic Outlook Report, unveiled during the Florida Chamber Foundation 2026 Economic Outlook & Jobs Summit, offering a data-informed assessment of Florida’s economy and what business leaders can expect in the year ahead. The report examines what current and emerging trends mean for employers, job creators, and long-term economic competitiveness across Florida. The outlook projects continued growth across all major economic indicators, with Florida’s economy once again expected…

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Florida Chamber Foundation’s Business Alliance for Early Learning Unveils New Guide to Boost Early Literacy Across Florida

Today, the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Business Alliance for Early Learning unveiled the Early Literacy Resource Guide, a comprehensive collection of free tools to support Florida’s youngest learners from birth through age five. The guide provides families, educators, business leaders, and mentors with a wide array of research-backed resources to foster early literacy development and prepare children for success in school and life. Aligned with the Florida 2030 Blueprint goals of preparing 100 percent of children…

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Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Josie Tomkow In Senate District 14 Special Election

The Florida Chamber of Commerce is once again uniting Florida’s business community for good and today endorsed Representative Josie Tomkow in the Special Election for Senate District 14. As a 7th-generation Floridian and 3rd-generation cattle rancher, Josie understands the hard work required to grow and maintain a successful family business as well as the deep-rooted traditions that have helped shape Florida. Josie has earned a lifetime A-rating on the Florida Chamber’s Legislative Report Card and…

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Florida Chamber Foundation to Host Virtual 2026 Economic Outlook Summit for Florida Business Leaders in January

The Florida Chamber Foundation will host its annual Florida Economic Outlook & Jobs Solution Summit virtually on Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET, bringing together local and nationally-recognized economists, industry leaders, and policymakers to examine Florida’s economic trajectory on the road to 2030 and beyond. The virtual Solution Summit will provide participants with a comprehensive economic outlook and an in-depth analysis of Florida’s evolving economy, workforce challenges, demographic and migration…

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