FLORIDA LEGISLATIVE MID-SESSION UPDATE

EOCC Advocacy Advisory Council Welcomes

Carolyn Johnson, VP Government Affairs, Florida Chamber of Commerce

Carolyn Johnson is the Vice President of Government Affairs with the Florida Chamber of Commerce. In this position, Johnson advocates on behalf of helping Florida create a business climate that generates high-paying jobs, vibrant communities and global competitiveness.

Carolyn is the Florida Chamber’s expert on lawsuit abuse reform, workers’ comp, taxation and insurance. Recent legislative successes include addressing Florida’s property insurance market, eliminating prevailing wages at the local level and saving businesses over $500 million in tax relief. She previously served on the state Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board and the State Advisory Board for the Florida Small Business Development Center Network.

Prior to joining the Florida Chamber in 2013, Carolyn was a District Administrator and Legislative Assistant for the Florida House of Representatives. She previously served as a Deputy Campaign Manager for a constitutional amendment campaign.

Carolyn is a native Floridian, hailing from St. Petersburg. She is a graduate of the University of Central Florida with undergraduate degrees in political science and advertising/public relations. She holds a master’s degree in public administration and a graduate certificate in urban and regional planning.

This will be a Live ZOOM Event exclusively for East Orlando Chamber of Commerce Members. Plan to join us Friday, April 11th from 10-11AM for a Mid Session Update form Tallahassee. Register today to get the link to participate.