Florida Chamber Political Institute

The Florida Chamber Political Institute (FCPI), the research-based arm of the Chamber’s political operations department, understands that the candidate selection process is vital. Our engagement efforts begin by recruiting and electing pro-business, pro-jobs candidates, chosen by rigorous candidate interview sessions — Florida’s most thorough and well-respected pro-business candidate review processes. FCPI travels statewide and interviews hundreds of new candidates — in addition to reviewing each candidate’s completed questionnaire. Incumbent candidates are evaluated on a rigorous set of factors, including legislator grades on the voting records. This helps the Florida Chamber advocate for candidates who have Florida’s future as a priority.

FCPI 2024 Candidate Interview Registration is Open:

Thank You Candidate Interview Sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor

Reception Sponsors

Breakfast & Lunch Sponsors

Break Sponsors

Technology Sponsors

General Sponsors

If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Marian Johnson at mjohnson@flchamber.com.

Political Assistance Provided to FCPI Members Includes:

Identifying, educating and training future candidates
Interviewing all candidates running for office
Conducting political research that reflects pro-business causes and candidates
Hosting briefings to keep members abreast of issue trends and candidate viability
Providing training to executive lobbyists
Offering political counsel and recommendations to Florida businesses
Polling Florida voters to identify views and trends
Offering customized and specialized issue research

Florida Chamber Political Institute Advisory Council

Mike Bjorklund (Chair), Florida Electric Cooperatives Association
Leticia Adams, Disney
Josh Aubuchon, Delegal Aubuchon Consulting
Anthony DiMarco, Florida Bankers
Andy Gonzalez, Florida Realtors
Jennifer Green, Liberty Partners of Tallahassee, LLC
Christine Knepper, Florida Power & Light
Kim McGlynn, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney
Tom Pennekamp, Truist Bank

Become a Member of the Florida Chamber Political Institute

Contact Marian Johnson at 850. 521.1241 to find out how you can join us in the arena and help our state remain competitive.