Florida Chamber Of Commerce

Tallahassee, FL ยท Founded 1968

Foundation supporting economic development and business leadership initiatives in Florida

Primary audience
Business Members
Work area
Regional Advocacy
Topic
Economic Development
Contact
Catherine Yeutter
Website Contact

About Organization

Works in partnership with state business leaders to secure Florida's future through economic development programs and policy initiatives. Based in Tallahassee, FL, the foundation focuses on regional economic development summits and business education programs. Operating with $3.6 million in annual revenue and 10 employees plus 68 volunteers.

What They Focus On

Member Services

Provides networking opportunities, professional development resources, and support services for member organizations

Business Advocacy

Represents member interests in policy development and advocates for pro-business initiatives at local and state levels

Economic Growth

Promotes regional economic development through strategic partnerships and support for business expansion initiatives

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$3.6M

-18.3% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$2.7M

+8.1% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$12.0M

+24.4% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

10

+11.1% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $3,582,322 $2,658,885 $11,996,121 10
2022 $4,383,537 $2,460,081 $9,641,721 9
2021 $4,444,150 $2,476,858 $7,586,152 8
2020 $2,448,122 $1,767,592 $7,530,377 8
2019 $1,711,696 $1,297,450 $5,610,971 8
2018 $1,930,619 $1,876,928 $5,083,201 7
2017 $2,199,367 $2,209,189 $4,706,779 6

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Identifies priority issues through stakeholder consultation and analysis of business community needs

  • 02

    Strategic Planning

    Develops targeted initiatives based on member input and regional economic development priorities

  • 03

    Program Implementation

    Executes programs through partnerships with member organizations and community stakeholders

  • 04

    Impact Assessment

    Evaluates outcomes through member feedback and tracks progress toward organizational objectives

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Florida Chamber Of Commerce

Business Advocacy

Represents business interests in policy development and legislative initiatives at state and local levels

Economic Development

Promotes regional economic growth through strategic partnerships and development initiatives

Member Services

Provides networking opportunities, resources, and support to member organizations across the region

Community Engagement

Facilitates collaboration between business and community stakeholders on shared priorities

Leadership Programs

Develops business leadership capacity through training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Florida Chamber Of Commerce.

CY

Catherine Yeutter

CFO/COO
5 hrs/week
MW

Mark Wilson

President & CEO
5 hrs/week
KB

Kyle Baltach

EVP Foundation - Former
Full-time
Compensation: $141,384
FW

Frank Walker

EVP Government Relations & Poltical Action
5 hrs/week

Milestones

1968

Organization Founded

1968

Established to serve business community development and economic growth initiatives

1997

Regional Expansion

1997

Extended programming and membership services to serve broader regional business community

2024

Program Enhancement

2024

Launched enhanced member services and expanded advocacy initiatives for business community

2026

Continued Impact

2026

Maintains active programming serving member organizations and regional economic development priorities

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AJ
Adrienne Johnston Director 1.00 hrs/week
AC
Allison Chase Director 1.00 hrs/week
AW
Andy Watts Director 1.00 hrs/week
AF
Angela Falconetti Director 1.00 hrs/week
AS
Angelica Santibanez Director 1.00 hrs/week
AD
Ashley Dietz Director 1.00 hrs/week
AP
Ashley Pratt Director 1.00 hrs/week
AT
Aysegul Timur Director 1.00 hrs/week
BM
Bethany McAlister Director 1.00 hrs/week
BC
Bill Carlson Director 1.00 hrs/week
BS
Bob Swindell Director 1.00 hrs/week
BC
Braulio Colon Director 1.00 hrs/week
CM
Carlos Mallol Director 1.00 hrs/week
CP
Cary Putrino Director 1.00 hrs/week
CR
Casey Reed Director 1.00 hrs/week
CW
Casey Welch Director 1.00 hrs/week
CL
Chad Loar Director 1.00 hrs/week
CF
Chris Flack Director 1.00 hrs/week
CC
Christine Cauffield Director 1.00 hrs/week
CC
Christopher Carmody Director 1.00 hrs/week
CO
Cynthia O'Connell Director 1.00 hrs/week
DH
Dan Hurtado Director 1.00 hrs/week
DG
Danielle Getty Director 1.00 hrs/week
DI
Danielle Iverson Director 1.00 hrs/week
DS
Dave Sweeney Director 1.00 hrs/week
DJ
David Johnson Director 1.00 hrs/week
DN
David Norton Director 1.00 hrs/week
DO
David Odahowski Director 1.00 hrs/week
DB
Dawn Belamarich Director 1.00 hrs/week
DK
Don Kiselewski Director 1.00 hrs/week
DD
Doug Davidson Director 2.00 hrs/week
DS
Dwaine Stevens Director 1.00 hrs/week
EG
Elisha Gonzalez Director 1.00 hrs/week
EH
Erick Hawkins Director 1.00 hrs/week
ES
Erin Smeltzer Director 1.00 hrs/week
GB
Greg Britton Director 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Jason Harrell Director 1.00 hrs/week
JJ
Jeff Johnson Director 1.00 hrs/week
JK
Jennifer King Director 1.00 hrs/week
JM
Jim Murdaugh Director 1.00 hrs/week
JA
Joe Anne Hart Director 1.00 hrs/week
KM
Karen Moore Director 2.00 hrs/week
KW
Kate Wilson Director 1.00 hrs/week
KP
Kathleen Plinske Director 1.00 hrs/week
KW
Kathleen Walter Director 1.00 hrs/week
KI
Kent Ingle Director 1.00 hrs/week
KC
Kevin Carr Director 1.00 hrs/week
MT
Madeleine Thakur Director 1.00 hrs/week
MD
Margaret Deason-Coughlin Director 1.00 hrs/week
MG
Mark Glickman Director 1.00 hrs/week
MS
Marlene Spalten Director 1.00 hrs/week
MP
Mel Ponder Director 1.00 hrs/week
MM
Mia McKown Director 1.00 hrs/week
MH
Michelle Hamilton Director 1.00 hrs/week
NS
Nadine Smith Director 1.00 hrs/week
NG
Nicole Gislason Director 1.00 hrs/week
NM
Nicole McMurray Director 1.00 hrs/week
PS
Paul Sohl Director 1.00 hrs/week
PP
Phil Poekert Director 1.00 hrs/week
PL
Phillip Lanham Director 1.00 hrs/week
RK
Rich Killion Director 1.00 hrs/week
RL
Robert Long Director 1.00 hrs/week
RD
Ryan Duffy Director 1.00 hrs/week
SM
Scott Mauro Director 1.00 hrs/week
SB
Stacey Brandt Director 1.00 hrs/week
SB
Stacy Baier Director 1.00 hrs/week
SD
Stephanie D Smith Director 1.00 hrs/week
TP
Todd Powell Director 2.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$324K

Highest Paid

$163K

Kyle Baltach

Compensated Officers

4

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Kyle Baltach EVP Foundation - Former $141,384 $21,130 $162,514 40
Mark Wilson President & CEO $0 $62,299 $62,299 5
Catherine Yeutter CFO/COO $0 $55,064 $55,064 5
Frank Walker EVP Government Relations & Poltical Action $0 $44,410 $44,410 5

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$94K Grants Received
3 Organizations

Top Funders

3 total
HE
Helios Education Foundation
$44K
PR
Pharmaceutical Research And Manufacturers
$40K
PT
Pga Tour Inc.
$10K
Helios Education Foundation Pharmaceutical Research And Manufacturers Pga Tour Inc.
Helios Education Foundation Pharmaceutical Research And Manufacturers Pga Tour Inc.

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Related Organizations

1 affiliated entity reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

1

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

1
Florida Chamber Of Commerce Inc
Tallahassee, FL
Community Involvement
501(c) 501(C)(6)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
2 Registrations
2 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 2 total

Chamber Of Commerce Hawaii/ Military Affairs Council
1 filing
Self
Chamber Of Commerce Of The U.s.a.
1 filing
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Florida Chamber Of Commerce

Phone

(850) 521-1261

Social

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Po Box 11309 Tallahassee, FL 323023309