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EDC announces slate of officers for fiscal year 2026/2027
Newly appointed Chair, Todd Pokrywa, and new officers begin their term October 1st

Space Coast, FLA (September 30, 2026) – The Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast (EDC) announces its slate of officers for its fiscal year 2026/2027 as follows:

  • Chair, Mr. Todd Pokrywa
    COO, Real Estate Group, A. Duda & Sons, Inc.
    President, The Viera Company
  • Chair Elect, Mr. Brian Baluta
    Director, State & Local Government Relations, FL, Lockheed Martin
  • Secretary, Ms. Michele Murrell
    External Affairs Manager, Florida Power & Light
  • Treasurer, Dr. John Nicklow
    President, Florida Institute of Technology
  • Immediate Past Chair, Ms. Linda Stout
    Senior Vice President, Truist

The EDC officers represent a wide array of Space Coast industries. This group of professionals, who provide valuable expertise in their fields, will enhance the EDC’s economic development efforts. Officers guide the EDC towards established strategic goals as it works on behalf of the community to create opportunities for the county, local businesses, and citizens.

“I am honored to have the opportunity to work with this outstanding slate of officers and the devoted staff of the EDC in this upcoming year,” said Pokrywa. “The EDC takes the lead on a number of important programs throughout Brevard County, and I’m excited to work alongside our community leaders to continue driving success for the Space Coast”

“Our Officer’s leadership and contributions are pivotal to the EDC, its program of work, and moreover to the economic development of the Space Coast” said EDC President and CEO Lynda Weatherman. “I eagerly anticipate partnering with each of these talented professionals and thank them for their dedication to our organization.”

To learn more about the EDC and its officers visit www.SpaceCoastEDC.org/about-the-edc/board-of-directors/

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About the Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast
The Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast (EDC) is dedicated to attracting new business and investment and expanding existing industry throughout the Space Coast, influencing change on government laws and regulations affecting economic development, promoting the Space Coast to encourage new investment, supporting efforts of Space Coast military installations, and relaying new programs and procedures to assist manufacturing and high-tech companies. The EDC is a private, not-for-profit coalition whose stakeholders are business leaders committed to the economic growth and stability of Florida’s Space Coast. Visit www.SpaceCoastEDC.org.