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Florida’s Great Northwest CEO Recognized as One of Florida’s Most Influential Business Leaders of 2024

Posted: November 12, 2024

Northwest Florida – Jennifer Conoley, President and CEO of Florida’s Great Northwest (FGNW) has earned a spot on Florida Trend’s prestigious Florida 500 list once again, for the second time in a row. The editors of Florida Trend honor the state’s leading business figures that not only make remarkable strides in their respective fields, but also in their communities and industry sectors. This list showcases the 500 most impactful executives across various economic sectors in Florida.

In March of 2020, Conoley took the helm of Florida’s Great Northwest, the regional economic development organization serving the 13-county region of Northwest Florida. FGNW and its stakeholders work together as a cohesive voice to promote, advocate for, and enhance the business competitiveness of Northwest Florida.

“Jennifer is the heartbeat of our organization,” said Nicole Gislason, Chair of FGNW’s Board of Directors. “Her relentless pursuit to further diversify our regional economy demonstrates her commitment to the betterment of all Northwest Florida.”

“I am honored to be recognized once more on the Florida 500 list,” said Jennifer Conoley, President & CEO of FGNW. “It is an absolute honor to be alongside such influential people and industry warriors. I cannot accept this great achievement without recognizing my dynamic team of key contributors at Florida’s Great Northwest. Both volunteers and paid professionals, they are all vital to the work that our organization has been able to accomplish.”

Florida Trend is a media organization that delivers business news and information through both print and digital channels. For over 60 years, it has served as a trusted source of business news, insights, and information for Florida's leaders. Additional details about the list of business leaders can be found at www.florida500.com.

 

About Florida’s Great Northwest, Inc.

Florida’s Great Northwest is the regional economic development organization for the 13-county region of the Florida Panhandle. The organization's purpose is to promote Northwest Florida for economic growth and diversification, to advocate for economic development issues that affect the region, and to collaborate to improve regional competitiveness. Beyond our beaches, Northwest Florida offers business competitive, bottom-line advantages in workforce training, upgraded infrastructure, access to a host of defense assets, and a diverse base of industries that already call the region home. For more information, visit FloridasGreatNorthwest.com.

 

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