Florida Gov. Rick Scott recognized Gulf Power Company's President and Chief Executive Officer Stan Connally today with the Florida Business Ambassador award.

The award is given by the governor to recognize economic development leadership and to encourage private businesses to support job creation strategies.

"Stan and his team at Gulf Power have long been leaders in economic development in Northwest Florida," Scott said. "I applaud what he and other leaders are doing across the state to improve the lives of Florida families."

Connally came to Gulf Power last summer from Georgia Power and since then has instituted a number of new economic development programs at Gulf Power, including a site certification program to bring in more industry and helping to establish a Northwest Florida Manufacturers Council.

"I am honored to accept this award on behalf of all of the employees of Gulf Power and all the great leaders across Northwest Florida," Connally said. "Economic development is a team sport that includes the great leadership Governor Scott and his team have provided to set the tone for job creation."  

Gulf Power Company is an investor-owned electric utility with all of its common stock owned by Atlanta-based Southern Company. Gulf Power serves more than 430,000 customers in eight counties throughout Northwest Florida. The company’s mission is to safely provide exceptional customer value by delivering reliable, affordable and environmentally responsible electricity while strengthening our communities. Visit online at GulfPower.com or on the company’s Facebook page, “Gulf Power Company.”
 

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