Florida Chamber Aims to Make Florida Safest, Healthiest, and Most Sustainable State by 2025
- wgclients01
- May 11
- 3 min read
As part of the Florida Chamber Leadership Cabinet’s mission to make Florida the safest, healthiest, and most sustainable state in America, the 5th Annual Leadership Conference on Safety, Health + Sustainability—taking place May 15–16, 2025, at Disney’s Contemporary Resort in Lake Buena Vista—will offer a dynamic new experience for attendees. The milestone event will feature world-class keynote speakers, an all-new competitive cohort training model, the official launch of Florida’s first business-led EHS digital platform, and the debut of the highly anticipated Florida Pitch Tank with the Sharks competition.
A Year-Long Movement: Launching Florida Chamber EHS ConnectBuilding on the momentum of the conference, the Florida Chamber Leadership Cabinet is launching Florida Chamber EHS Connect—a new digital platform providing exclusive year-round access to leadership webinars, peer networking, and a growing library of nearly 20 on-demand courses led by nationally recognized EHS organizations and leaders. This isn’t just a conference—it’s a movement to equip Florida’s leaders for the future.New for 2025: Experience the Power of Pitching to the C-SuiteFor the first time ever, the Florida Pitch Tank with the Sharks will headline the conference—giving attendees a front-row seat to live pitches judged by Daymond John (Shark Tank star and FUBU Founder), Matt Higgins (entrepreneur and bestselling author), and a panel of C-suite executives.This isn’t about pitching products. It’s about learning the art of winning over the boardroom:
How do you sell your safety, mental health, or sustainability initiative to leadership—even without immediate ROI?
What strategies resonate at the highest levels?
How can EHS professionals drive real change inside their organizations?
The Pitch Tank will deliver live coaching, real-time feedback, and actionable insights every attendee can immediately apply to their own leadership journey.A New Hands-On Experience: The Competitive Cohort TracksThis year also marks a shift from traditional conference breakouts to an immersive, team-based cohort experience led by Victory Strategies. Attendees will rotate through highly interactive leadership challenges focused on building stronger safety cultures, elevating mental health strategies, and advancing sustainability initiatives. This competitive, real-world training is designed to develop the next generation of EHS leadership.
Inspiring Keynotes and Raffle Giveaways
Opening Keynote: Daymond John, Shark Tank entrepreneur and global brand visionary
Keynote Speakers: Carey Lohrenz (first female U.S. Navy fighter pilot) and Christopher Marr, DSM (Australian Special Forces leader and healthcare innovator)
Exclusive Prizes: Registered attendees will be eligible for dozens of high-value prizes, including Disney Resort vacation packages, Carnival Cruise certificates, and theme park experiences.
Complimentary Mental Health & Resilience Training for Frontline HeroesOn May 14, 2025, the Chamber will host a complimentary Mental Health Resilience Workshop for first responders, law enforcement, and veterans. This pre-conference, full-day session at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is designed to equip frontline heroes with essential tools to manage trauma, build resilience, and support mental well-being.
"This conference is not just an event. It’s a platform for bold ideas, courageous leadership, and driving real-world change across Florida’s workplaces," said Katie Yeutter, President of the Florida Chamber Leadership Cabinet and COO/CFO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce. "Through initiatives like Florida Pitch Tank and the Florida Chamber EHS Connect community, we're building the infrastructure Florida needs to lead the nation in safety, mental health, and sustainability.""The Leadership Cabinet is about action," said John Trevathan, Chair of the Florida Chamber Leadership Cabinet and Vice President, GuideWell/Florida Blue. "This conference empowers professionals to lead where it matters most—in their companies, their communities, and their industries."
Join us to effect change and lead for outcomes. Register Here: www.FLLeadershipConference.com.