July 22, 2018

Tallahassee, Fla. – The Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) Board of Directors today announced it has endorsed Republican Candidate Adam Putnam for Governor of the State of Florida.

“AIF Board of Directors is proud to endorse Adam Putnam for Governor of the great State of Florida,” said AIF President and CEO Tom Feeney.  “Adam knows Florida.  He knows what it takes to raise a family, build a business and protect employees in our Sunshine State.  He knows what it means to grow our economy and bring new and innovative business opportunities to Florida.  Our next Governor must embody the entrepreneurial spirit, and Adam has the know-how to get things done, putting Florida families and businesses first.  AIF Board of Directors stand with Adam Putnam for the next Governor of Florida.”

“I am proud to have the support of the Associated Industries of Florida,” said Commissioner Putnam.  “AIF understands that our state’s prosperity is tied to the prosperity of our state’s job creators.  I look forward to working with them as Florida’s next Governor to build on our record-setting growth, continue to reduce taxes and unnecessary fees, and help Florida families find their piece of the American Dream right here in the Sunshine State.”

Known as “The Voice of Florida Business” in the Sunshine State, Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) has represented the principles of prosperity and free enterprise before the three branches of state government since 1920. A voluntary association of diversified businesses, AIF was created to foster an economic climate in Florida conducive to the growth, development, and welfare of industry and business and the people of the state.

For more information on AIF, please visit AIF.com and follow @VoiceofFLBiz. 

# # #