Posted: November 14, 2023
Northwest Florida – Jennifer Conoley, President & CEO of Florida’s Great Northwest (FGNW), has been named to Florida Trend’s prestigious Florida 500 list. This annual list highlights the 500 most influential executives in different economic sectors throughout the state of Florida. The editors of Florida Trend conducted a year-long research initiative resulting in a personal and engaging look at the state's most influential business leaders.
Conoley, who is a native Floridian with significant experience in economic development in Northwest Florida, was selected for her commitment, focus, and drive to continue to move Florida forward. In March 2020, Conoley became the leader of FGNW, which is the regional economic development organization for the 13-county region of Florida’s panhandle. FGNW and its investors are a unified voice promoting, advocating, and collaborating for Northwest Florida’s business competitiveness.
"It may be my name on the list, but this recognition goes to our team at Florida’s Great Northwest, both our paid professionals and volunteer leadership, who commit to creating a thriving region and organization each and every day,” said Jennifer Conoley, President & CEO of Florida’s Great Northwest. “I am truly honored to be included on this esteemed list alongside some of the most respected and dynamic leaders across our great state."
Florida Trend is a media company that provides business news and information across print and digital platforms. It has been an authoritative voice of business news, information, and insight for Florida's leaders for more than 60 years. More information on the list of business leaders can be found at www.floridatrend500.com.
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.
