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Meet the FEDC Conference 2018 Economic Development Award Winners
Here are the #FEDC18 Award Winners The 2018 Florida Economic Development Conference, held May 21-23, 2018, at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott in Fort Myers, Florida, recognized the achievements of Florida's top economic developers. The Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year award is given annually in recognition of the achievements of an outstanding economic developer within the State of Florida. The award was first given in 1985 and was renamed in 1991 to honor … [Read more...]
Florida’s Top Economic Developers Honored at 2017 Annual Conference
FEDC recognizes individual and team achievements The Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) honored the individuals and teams that are helping to drive Florida’s economy forward at its 2017 Annual Conference. The conference took place May 7-9 at the Hyatt Regency Pier 66 in Ft. Lauderdale. Florida Governor Rick Scott was presented with the 2017 Business Ambassador Award for his strong defense of economic development and tourism programs and success in bringing hundreds … [Read more...]
Attend the 2016 Florida Economic Development Conference
Now’s the time to start thinking about the 2016 conference Each year FEDC hosts the Florida Economic Development Conference. This is the premiere economic development networking and professional development event of the year. Register and get your tickets today for a variety of conference activities: GOLF, AWARDS, FULL CONFERENCE, SPECIAL SITE SELECTOR ENGAGEMENT! EARLY BIRD conference registration is in effect until March 11. Include the promo code SAVETODAY to take advantage of a $100 … [Read more...]
Winners of FEDC 2015 Economic Development Awards Announced
Florida’s Top Economic Developers Honored at 2015 Annual Conference The Florida Economic Development Council, host to the 2015 Florida Economic Development Conference presented by Florida Power & Light Company and held July 13-15 at the Walt Disney World Swan hotel, has recognized the achievements of Florida’s best economic developers with two prestigious awards. The Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year award is given annually in recognition of the achievements … [Read more...]
Florida’s Chief Economic Development Officer, Bill Johnson, Leading the Way at FEDC Annual Conference
The Florida Economic Development Council will begin the 2015 Florida Economic Development Conference in Orlando, with Bill Johnson, Florida Secretary of Commerce and President & CEO of Enterprise Florida, addressing economic developers from around the state at the opening Plenary. The conference will be held July 13-15 at the Walt Disney Swan Hotel and highlights the pioneers, leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and catalysts that will drive Florida’s economic future. Florida Power & … [Read more...]
Pete Tesch Named 2012 Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year
The Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) named Pete Tesch, President and CEO of Ocala/Marion County Economic Development Corporation as the 2012 Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year at the 2012 Florida Economic Development Conference. “With Pete’s outstanding commitment, talent and skill sets in economic development, both at the local and state level, are a testament to him for being named the winner of this most prestigious award ,” said Amy Evancho, President … [Read more...]
Mason Jackson Named 2012 Toni Jennings Workforce Development Professional of the Year
The Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) named Mason Jackson, President and CEO of WorkForce One Employment Solutions the 2012 Toni Jennings Workforce Development Professional of the Year. “As my personal mentor, it is my highest honor to stand at the helm of an organization whose members came together to recognize such an incredible man and leader within the workforce industry of Florida,” says Amy Evancho, President and CEO of FEDC. “Mason’s hard work, commitment and dedication to … [Read more...]
Florida Economic Development Council Names Regional Director of the Year
Marc Hoenstine, CEcD Honored for his Service to the Tampa Bay and East Central Region Tampa, Florida - The Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) Marc Hoenstine, Economic Development Manager, Progress Energy – Florida, the recipient of the inaugural Regional Director of the Year Award. Marc was recognized with a standing ovation at the 2012 FEDC Conference Awards Luncheon for his dedication and time spent advancing the goals of the FEDC. “Marc has been incredible as a board member in … [Read more...]
Alex McCoy, MBA, CEcD Named 2012 Young Professional of the Year
The Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) named Alex McCoy, MBA, CEcD, Vice President of the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce the 2012 Young Professional of the Year at the 2012 Florida Economic Development Conference. Given in recognition of the achievement of an outstanding young professional within the state of Florida, Alex McCoy, CEcD was chosen by his peers, members of the FEDC. The award, in its inaugural year, will continue to annually recognize the dedication and commitment of … [Read more...]
