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Thank you again to all who joined us at the 2025 Future of Florida Forum (F3) & Florida Chamber Annual Meeting! Your presence and participation helped drive meaningful conversations and strengthen our collective vision to secure Florida's future. Let's keep the momentum going as we work toward the goals of the Florida 2030 Blueprint!
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Whether or not you were able to join us this year, take a look at some of our favorite moments from F3 2025: |
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| Lessons in Leadership During Times of Disruption: Unforgettable Insights from Matt Higgins and Stephen Ross |
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| On Day 1 of F3, Matt Higgins, Entrepreneur, Investor, Shark Tank Star, and Co-Founder & CEO, RSE Ventures, and Stephen Ross, CEO & Chairman, Related Ross, Founder, Related Companies, and Owner, Miami Dolphins, delivered a powerful presentation exploring strategies and insights for transformative leadership in a rapidly changing world and economy, inspiring innovation, resilience and adaptability in the face of disruption. |
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| Losing Capitalism: Thought Leadership from Bill Yeargin |
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| The momentum continued on Day 2 of F3 when Bill Yeargin, CEO, Correct Craft led a deep dive into the unexpected forces putting free enterprise at risk—and how bold, values-driven leadership can help save it for future generations. |
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The Honorable Blaise Ingoglia, Chief Financial Officer of Florida and Seth Cohen, General Counsel, The Baldwin Group (Top Left), The Honorable Byron Donalds, Congressman, Florida’s 19th Congressional District (Top Right), Dr. Kevin O’Farrell, Senior Chancellor, Florida Department of Education, Adrienne Johnston, President & CEO, CareerSource Florida, Raymond Rodrigues, Chancellor, State University System of Florida, and Mark Wilson, President & CEO, Florida Chamber of Commerce and Foundation (Bottom Left), The Honorable James Uthmeier, Attorney General of Florida (Bottom Center), Melissa Seixas, State President, Duke Energy Florida (Bottom Right)
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The Florida 2030 Blueprint Halftime Report:
Where Florida Stands and Where We're Headed |
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On Day 1 of F3, Doug Davidson, Market Executive, Global Commercial Banking, Bank of America, Karen Moore, Founder & CEO, The Moore Agency, and Incoming Chair, Florida Chamber Foundation, and Dr. Keith Richard, Vice President of Research, Florida Chamber Foundation provided a "halftime" overview of where our state stands in meeting the goals of the Florida 2030 Blueprint and a glance beyond 2030 as we continue to chart the roadmap for Florida's future.
Access the Florida 2030 Blueprint Halftime Report Overview here.
*Stay tuned for the official release of the report in the coming months.
To get involved with the efforts that are informing Florida's long-term strategic plan, contact our Vice President of Research, Dr. Keith Richard, and learn about our Community Development Partnership Council here.
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| Coolest Thing Made In Florida: Congratulations, Chromalloy! |
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After over 400,000 votes, the winner of the Florida Chamber's inaugural Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition was announced live on stage on Day 2 of F3 by Jason Mahon, Deputy Secretary of Economic Development and Chief Manufacturing Officer, FloridaCommerce, and Crystal Campbell, Vice President of Marketing & Communications, Florida Chamber of Commerce.
Congratulations, CEO Chris Celtruda and Chromalloy, a Palm Beach Gardens-based manufacturer of state-of-the-art, FAA-approved jet engine replacement parts—known as Parts Manufacturer Approval—for taking home the win! Chromalloy's parts are used in the complex high-pressure turbine section of aerospace engines.
Read more about Chromalloy and why their jet engine replacement parts were voted the Coolest Thing Made in Florida here. |
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| A Partnership for Prosperity: Safer Homes and Safer Neighborhoods |
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Mark Wilson, President & CEO, Florida Chamber of Commerce and Foundation, Heather Cogar, Statewide Director of Community Engagement, Florida Chamber Foundation Prosperity Initiative, Matt Dunagan, Executive Director, Florida Sheriff’s Association, and Sheriff Dennis Lemma, Seminole County Sheriff’s Office, announced an official partnership between Florida Sheriff's Association and local businesses throughout Florida to leverage data and partnerships to make communities even safer and more prosperous.
You can learn more and get involved with our Florida Prosperity Initiative's efforts to end generational poverty in Florida here. |
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| Chair Perspectives: Insights From Florida Chamber and Foundation Chairs |
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Dave Sweeney, Board of Directors Chair, RS&H, and Chair, Florida Chamber of Commerce, Karen Moore, Founder & CEO, The Moore Agency, and Chair, Florida Chamber Foundation, Don Kiselewski, Executive Director of External Affairs, Florida Power & Light Company and Former Chair, Florida Chamber Foundation and Keith Koenig, Co-Founder & Chairman, CITY Furniture, and Former Chair, Florida Chamber of Commerce, took the stage to discuss the business community's important role in driving our year-round movement to secure Florida's future.
Interested in becoming a Florida Chamber member and joining our year-round efforts to secure Florida's future? Contact Betsy Dawson to learn more. |
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| The Florida Chamber Foundation's F3 In the News |
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The 2026 M.Cast Trends Report
As part of our focus on Creating Good Jobs By Diversifying Florida's Economy, Terrie Ard, Partner, President & COO, The Moore Agency, delivered an exclusive preview of the 2026 M.Cast Trends Report, uncovering the talent, technology, and transformation trends that will shape Florida's competitive landscape, as seen in Florida Politics. |
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Florida Trend - "What Every Florida CEO Is Wondering: What Will the Next Five Years Hold for Florida’s Economy"
Article by Mark Wilson, President & CEO, Florida Chamber of Commerce and Foundation, on how we tackle challenges together in Florida.
WJXT News 4 Jax – “This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition”
Florida Chamber CEO optimistic about state’s economic growth
Host Kent Justice interviews Mark Wilson, President & CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, discussing Florida’s economy and takeaways from the Future of Florida Forum.
The Greg Tish Show, 93.3 Real Talk
Radio interview with Mark Wilson highlighting F3, the Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition, and the Prosperity Initiative (1:37:21–1:47:43).
Florida Politics – “Workforce inclusion is the bridge between No. 16 and No. 10 economy”
Mark Wilson opens the Future of Florida Forum with insights on Florida’s economic rise and the need for cross-sector collaboration.
Florida Politics – “Florida 2030 at halftime: The momentum is real, but so are the challenges”
The Florida Chamber Foundation unveils its 2030 Blueprint “halftime” report, highlighting statewide progress and remaining priorities.
Byteseu – “Education leaders weigh in on AI at Future of Florida Forum”
Coverage of state education leaders discussing artificial intelligence and policy readiness during an F3 panel hosted by the Chamber.
Florida Politics – “Florida Chamber Foundation, Sheriffs launch partnership to build safer, more prosperous communities”
Announcement of a new statewide partnership between the Florida Chamber Foundation and the Florida Sheriffs Association, launched at F3.
POLITICO Florida – “No longer ‘hurricane-ravaged’”
Energy sector leaders at the Future of Florida Forum discuss Florida’s disaster recovery and renewed investment appeal for data centers.
Florida Politics – “Stephen Ross: Florida has the ingredients for greatness, it just needs a game plan”
Miami Dolphins owner and developer Stephen Ross addresses F3 attendees on Florida’s path toward innovation and economic coordination.
AP News – “Chromalloy Jet Engine Blades Named the ‘Coolest Thing Made in Florida’ by the Florida Chamber”
National wire coverage of the Chamber’s new statewide manufacturing competition, announced live at the Future of Florida Forum. |
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| Change is Everywhere: Get a Front-Row Seat to Florida's 2026 Economic Forecast |
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Join us for the Florida Chamber Foundation’s virtual 2026 Florida Economic Outlook & Jobs Solution Summit, Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 1:00pm-4:00pm ET, as the Florida Chamber Foundation team, leading economists, and industry experts glimpse into the opportunities and challenges Florida’s economy is facing on the road to 2030 and beyond.
Virtual attendees will receive an exclusive 2026 Florida economic forecast, a national economic outlook, and invaluable insight into Florida’s evolving workforce needs, population growth/demographic changes, housing trends, potential election impacts, and more. |
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Register today to join us next year for the 2026 Future of Florida Forum (F3) & Florida Chamber Annual Meeting, held October 27-28 in Orlando.
As we did this year, Florida’s business leaders, elected officials, education, workforce, and community advocates will unite around the Florida 2030 Blueprint's Six Pillars Framework to address what's needed for Florida’s residents, businesses, and economy to succeed in 2030 and beyond. Register now to get the best deal on registration with Early Bird pricing: |
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| Thank You to Our 2025 F3 Sponsors! |
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