For Immediate Release
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Contact:
Sarah Bascom, sarah@bascomllc.com
Lyndsey Brzozowski, lyndsey@bascom.group
Tallahassee, Fla. – The Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) today announced it has endorsed Republican Candidate Byron Donalds for Governor of the State of Florida.
"The Associated Industries of Florida is proud to endorse Byron Donalds for Florida Governor,” said AIF President and CEO Brewster Bevis. “Since his time as a member of the Florida House and now as a Congressman, Byron has been a champion for policies that foster the growth of Florida’s pro-jobs environment, removing red tape, empowering businesses to thrive, and creating good jobs for families. We have no doubt Byron is the man for the job and will be a strong partner in advancing policies that support economic growth and long-term prosperity across our state."
"I’m honored to be endorsed by Associated Industries of Florida,” said Donalds. “AIF has long been recognized as the leader in advocating for the job creators who keep our state moving forward and understand what it takes to grow a strong economy: a free market system, fewer burdensome regulations, and a workforce ready to meet demand. I’m grateful for AIF’s support as we work together to expand economic opportunity and lower costs for families across every region of the state and take Florida to the next level."
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.
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