Florida Gubernatorial Fellows

Florida Gubernatorial Fellows Florida's Most Prestigious Program for Leadership and Public Service

Thank you to Jason Weida, Chief of Staff to Governor Ron DeSantis, for joining Class XXI as the featured speaker for the...
04/23/2026

Thank you to Jason Weida, Chief of Staff to Governor Ron DeSantis, for joining Class XXI as the featured speaker for their final weekly lecture of the program year. His reflections on his journey to Florida, along with insights from his professional experience at both the federal and state levels, made for an engaging and informative discussion. We are grateful for his leadership and continued service to the state of Florida.

Congratulations to Class XXI! This week, we had the honor of celebrating their achievements during a special reception a...
04/17/2026

Congratulations to Class XXI! This week, we had the honor of celebrating their achievements during a special reception at the Governor’s Mansion.

We are grateful to Governor Ron DeSantis and his administration for their continued support of the Fellows Program. Thank you as well to the parents, families, agency heads, board members, alumni, and all who joined us to recognize this outstanding group.

A special thanks to Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas for serving as our MC and helping make the evening so memorable.

It was an exciting night, and we look forward to seeing all that Class XXI will accomplish in the future!

Class XXI was honored to welcome lobbyist and Fellows Program Board member Darrick D. McGhee, Sr. this morning. Drawing ...
04/17/2026

Class XXI was honored to welcome lobbyist and Fellows Program Board member Darrick D. McGhee, Sr. this morning. Drawing on his extensive experience in government and his current work in the private sector, he shared thoughtful insights on public service and leadership. His perspective was incredibly valuable as the Fellowship enters its final weeks and Class XXI prepares for the next chapter.

Thank you to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and Assistant Commissioner Kathy Mears for host...
04/09/2026

Thank you to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and Assistant Commissioner Kathy Mears for hosting Class XXI this morning. We appreciated the opportunity to learn from her extensive experience in public service and to hear about the department’s ongoing work to support and promote Florida’s agriculture, protect our environment, and serve consumers across the state.

We were honored to welcome Florida’s State Surgeon General, Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo, this morning. He shared insights into ...
04/02/2026

We were honored to welcome Florida’s State Surgeon General, Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo, this morning. He shared insights into his journey to public service and engaged Class XXI in a thoughtful conversation about his ongoing efforts to protect and improve the health of Floridians. We are grateful for his time, perspective, and commitment to serving our state.

That’s a wrap on Class XXI’s federal relations policy trip to Washington, DC!The Fellows had an incredible experience, i...
03/28/2026

That’s a wrap on Class XXI’s federal relations policy trip to Washington, DC!

The Fellows had an incredible experience, including a meeting with Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward and connecting with several members of Florida’s Congressional Delegation.

The class also participated in a special roundtable with U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Clarence Thomas and enjoyed a memorable luncheon at the Florida House alongside Fellows program alumni based in the DC area.

We’re grateful to all the public officials and their teams who made this opportunity possible. An unforgettable experience for Class XXI!

Class XXI has hit the ground running in Washington, DC! During the first few days of their federal relations policy trip...
03/25/2026

Class XXI has hit the ground running in Washington, DC! During the first few days of their federal relations policy trip, the Fellows have met with the Office of the Vice President, attended a briefing at the Pentagon, and engaged with members of Congress and federal leaders.

From Capitol Hill to the U.S. Department of Education, they are gaining valuable insight into how federal decisions are made and how they impact the state of Florida.

Thank you to Secretary of State Cord Byrd for taking the time to meet with Class XXI this morning. It was great to hear ...
03/13/2026

Thank you to Secretary of State Cord Byrd for taking the time to meet with Class XXI this morning. It was great to hear more about his work to keep our elections secure, preserve Florida’s rich history, and encourage a prosperous business environment. He also offered valuable reflections on life in public service and leadership.

This morning, Class XXI had the opportunity to meet with members of FDEM’s executive staff and participate in a tour of ...
03/05/2026

This morning, Class XXI had the opportunity to meet with members of FDEM’s executive staff and participate in a tour of Florida’s new State Emergency Operations Center.

Thank you to Communications Director Stephanie Hartman, Legislative Affairs Director Meigs Lamb, and SERT Chief Ian Guidicelli for taking the time to share their insights and provide an inside look at how Florida prepares for and responds to emergencies.

Thank you to the University of West Florida for allowing us to share more about the Gubernatorial Fellows Program with t...
02/23/2026

Thank you to the University of West Florida for allowing us to share more about the Gubernatorial Fellows Program with their students, faculty, and leadership during UWF Day at the Capitol. We appreciated the interest and thoughtful questions!

Thank you to MyFWC Florida Fish and Wildlife Executive Director Roger Young for meeting with Class XXI this morning. Dir...
02/20/2026

Thank you to MyFWC Florida Fish and Wildlife Executive Director Roger Young for meeting with Class XXI this morning. Director Young provided an insightful overview of the important role FWC plays in protecting and managing Florida’s wildlife and natural habitats. We appreciate his leadership and the opportunity to learn more about the work of the agency.

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