Florida Chamber hosts 2026 Legislative Fly-In to connect business leaders with policymakers

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, an event that gathers CEOs, executives, local chambers of commerce, trade associations, and senior policymakers from various sectors. The gathering provides attendees with the opportunity to meet Florida’s elected officials, including legislative leaders, members of the Florida Cabinet, agency secretaries, and key committee chairs. Participants will also hear insights from the Florida Chamber’s leadership and its partners.

Mark Wilson, President & CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, said, “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, stated, “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.”

The two-day event includes networking sessions such as a welcome reception, legislative briefings, breakfast and lunch meetings, as well as a Bills, Beers & Business Legislative Reception. Featured speakers 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; among other elected officials and experts.

The event aligns with the mission of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, which brings together businesses across the state to advocate for economic growth and job opportunities through favorable policies for enterprises and communities. According to its official website, the organization works on advancing private-sector job creation and fostering statewide initiatives aimed at elevating Florida’s economy into one of the world’s top ten by 2030.

Media interested in attending virtually are asked to request press credentials prior to the event.



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