Fair Authority Board

The Florida State Fair Authority is a dedicated group of individuals which oversee the operations of the Florida State Fairgrounds and the annual Florida State Fair. 

Since 1995, the Florida State Fair Authority has been under the administration of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Agriculture Commissioner Adam H. Putnam leads the Fair Authority and presides over the Fair Authority Board comprised of 20 leaders from throughout Florida.

The mission of the Florida State Fair Authority is to create positive entertainment experiences through:

  • The annual Florida State Fair

  • A variety of year-round events

  • Quality competitive programs

  • A commitment to agriculture, education and community service

  • A focus on new opportunities
     

2010-2011 Fair Authority Board:

- Adam H. Putnam, Commissioner of Agriculture

- Doyle E. Carlton III, Chairman of the Board

- Robert M. Thomas, Vice Chairman 

- Linda Syfrett, Treasurer

- M. Clayton Hollis Jr., Secretary

Board Members:

Mark Bostick

Richard E. Bowman

Charles "Chuck" Bruno

Charles W. "Chuck" Clemons

Marshall Criser, III

Congressman Andy Ireland

Honorable Chip LaMarca

Marcia Lightsey

Honorable Les Miller

Olin Mott

Jennifer Swindal

John "Jack" T. Vogel

Linda Landman-Gonzalez