FGNW is an investor-funded 501(c)(6) organization led by professional staff and visionary leaders who focus on enhancing the region’s economy. Our leaders are passionate about investing their financial and intellectual capital toward the development and success of the region. Together, we are committed to driving growth and fostering prosperity for all.
Chris Hart
Central Moloney
Chair
Nicole Gislason
University of West Florida Haas Center
Past Chair
Hong Potomski
Florida Blue
Vice Chair
Johnathan Taylor
Landrum
Secretary
Kevin Bowyer
Warren Averett
Treasurer
Ben Moorman
Bay County Economic Development Alliance
Economic Development Organization Representative
Mel Ponder
Northwest Florida State College
Higher Education Representative
Dr. Marcus McBride
CareerSource EscaRosa
Workforce Board Representative
David Bear
The Lewis Bear Company
Sustaining Member
Verdell Hawkins
Florida Power & Light
Sustaining Member
Gordon King
Okaloosa Gas District
Sustaining Member
Scarlett Phaneuf
PowerSouth Energy Cooperative
Sustaining Member
Marc Hoenstine
Duke Energy Florida
Sustaining Member
Jason Crowe
Community Bank
General Member
Florida’s Great Northwest is here to enhance Northwest Florida’s competitive position through industry diversification and quality job growth. Whether you’re a company executive, site selector, or Northwest Floridian, contact us to learn how we can work together.
