Florida Chamber hosts 2026 Legislative Fly-In to align business leaders on state priorities

Mark Wilson President and CEO
Mark Wilson President and CEO - Florida Chamber of Commerce
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The Florida Chamber of Commerce is set to host its 2026 Legislative Fly-In, bringing together CEOs, executives, local chambers of commerce, trade associations, and senior policymakers from across the state. The event aims to provide business leaders with opportunities to engage directly with elected officials and discuss priorities for advancing Florida’s economic competitiveness.

Attendees will have access to legislative leadership, members of the Florida Cabinet, agency secretaries, and key committee chairs. The program includes networking events such as a welcome reception, legislative briefings, breakfast and lunch sessions, and the Bills, Beers & Business Legislative Reception.

Mark Wilson, President & CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, stated: “The Florida Chamber’s Legislative Fly-In is a unique opportunity for Florida’s business leaders to engage with policymakers and make sure our state’s economic momentum remains strong. It is also a moment to build meaningful relationships that will continue driving Florida forward towards becoming a top 10 global economy.”

Frank Walker, Executive Vice President of Government and Political Relations at the Chamber, added: “By connecting business leaders with key decision-makers, the Legislative Fly-In provides essential insight into Florida’s policy, political, and economic landscape. It is a vital step in aligning business priorities with the Florida Chamber’s Florida 2030 Blueprint and uniting the business community behind the 2026 legislative agenda.”

Speakers scheduled for the two-day event include Governor Ron DeSantis; Senate President Ben Albritton; House Speaker Danny Perez; Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia; Attorney General James Uthmeier; Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson; Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky; Secretary J. Alex Kelly of FloridaCommerce; House Speaker-Designate Sam Garrison; House Education Committee Chair Jennifer Canady; Senate Commerce & Tourism Committee Chair Tom Leek; House Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee Chair Chip LaMarca; Representative J.J. Grow; along with other elected officials and experts.

The event supports the Chamber’s mission to unite the state’s business community in advocating for economic growth and job opportunities through favorable policies and reforms that benefit both businesses and communities. More information about these efforts can be found on their official website. The organization has worked for over a century to promote private-sector job creation and aims to elevate Florida’s economy among the world’s top ten by 2030 (official website).

Media interested in attending virtually are encouraged to request press credentials before the event.



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