Florida
Be a part of the USGLC
We are helping build a more prosperous and safer Florida. For more information on how you can get involved with the USGLC in Florida, please contact Avi Glandon at (202) 730-4174.
The USGLC has a strong presence in Florida, where the international affairs budget is vital to the local economy.
Key Fact
The number of jobs in Florida dependent on international trade nearly doubled to almost 20% between 1992 and 2006.
Florida Advisory Committee
Honorary Co-Chairs
Hon. Jeb Bush
Governor,
State of Florida (1999-2007)
Donna E. Shalala
President,
University of Miami
In Florida, the USGLC partners with a diverse group of business, non-profit, academic, and military leaders to form state-wide Advisory Committees. The USGLC Advisory Committee works across Florida to educate and inspire support from Floridians and policymakers on the importance of America’s civilian-led tools of diplomacy and development.
Full List of Florida Advisory Committee Members
(as of 4/5/2012)
Florida News
U.S. Global Engagement Keeps Americans Safe, Creates Jobs
Tampa Tribune
Might Plus ‘Smart Power’
St. Petersburg Times
Wrong time to cut foreign aid
Miami Herald
USGLC in Florida
| March 28, 2011 The USGLC hit the road in Florida, meeting with top leaders from the business community to discuss how the International Affairs budget helps create jobs and keep Floridians safe.Click here to view photos of the event. |
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| February 3, 2010 General David Petraeus spoke to a packed audience of over 600 people on the vital role civilian tools play in 21st century U.S. national security. |
