The Florida Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Katie Yeutter, Chief Financial Strategy and Operations Officer and President of the Florida Chamber Leadership Cabinet, has been named an honoree for the 2025 Above and Beyond Awards presented by the News Service of Florida.
The Above and Beyond Awards celebrate women leaders across Florida who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and impact in government, public service, politics, media, education, nonprofit and business. Hosted annually in Tallahassee, the event brings together state leaders to highlight women who are making meaningful contributions to Florida’s future.
“I am humbled to be recognized among such an inspiring group of women who are making a difference across our state,” said Katie Yeutter, CFO, COO & President of the Leadership Cabinet. “At the Florida Chamber, we believe in building a brighter future for Florida through leadership, innovation and collaboration, and I am honored to be a part of that mission every day.”
“I am delighted that Katie Yeutter is being recognized with this significant statewide award. Her work with the Florida Chamber and the Leadership Cabinet has been a game changer for our state,” said Karen Moore, Founder & CEO of The Moore Agency and Incoming Chair of the Florida Chamber Foundation.
Mark Wilson, President & CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, praised Yeutter’s leadership and impact. “Katie Yeutter embodies the Florida Chamber’s mission to secure Florida’s future,” Wilson said. “Her leadership has transformed the way Florida’s business community comes together to solve challenges and seize opportunities. I am proud to work alongside Katie and to see her receive this well-deserved recognition. From driving the Florida 2030 Blueprint to strengthening the Leadership Cabinet, she continues to make an extraordinary difference for Florida.”
Yeutter, who joined the Florida Chamber in 2019, oversees the organization’s finances, operations, and long-term strategy while leading the Florida Chamber Leadership Cabinet. In her role, she has been instrumental in aligning resources and partnerships to advance the Chamber’s mission of securing Florida’s future through the Florida 2030 Blueprint. She also serves as a mentor to emerging leaders across the state and is recognized for her ability to bring the business community together around shared goals.
“Katie Yeutter is a visionary partner and leader,” said Matt Higgins, Co-Founder and CEO of RSE Ventures. “Her bold bias toward action is the reason we transformed a seed of an idea into a groundbreaking partnership with Abu Dhabi. Co-leading the Florida Chamber’s 2025 CEO Delegation to the UAE, I saw firsthand how Katie’s infectious advocacy positions Florida businesses on the global stage. The same qualities she brings to building world-class convenings like the Florida Chamber Leadership Conference on Safety, Health & Sustainability—clarity of vision, collaboration, and an unwavering focus on impact—make her an extraordinary force for good. Her recognition with the Above and Beyond Award is a fitting tribute to the way she elevates Florida’s business community every single day.”
“Katie Yeutter’s leadership has been transformative for Florida’s business community. Through the Florida Chamber’s Leadership Cabinet, she has brought together companies like Nautique and many others to tackle the toughest issues impacting the health, safety, and sustainability of our state,” said Bill Yeargin, President & CEO, Correct Craft. “Katie leads with both vision and determination, creating solutions that strengthen Florida today and build a brighter future for tomorrow. Her recognition with the Above and Beyond Award is well deserved, and I am grateful to call her a partner in advancing Florida’s business leadership.”
The 2025 Above and Beyond Awards will take place October 8 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Tallahassee.