People on the Move: Edward Briggs

For more than 10 years, Edward Briggs has played an integral role in policymaking in Tampa Bay and across Florida. As Vice President of Government and Community Affairs, Edward works extensively in education, workforce and business development, and construction. He has been instrumental in passing regulatory reforms that improve the safety and success of Floridian businesses, families, and schools. In 2018, Edward was awarded a Distinguished Merit Award by the Brevard County Sheriff's Office for his work to fix a legal loophole to prevent child exploitation.
Edward is the incoming Chair of the Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce where he currently leads the Government & Economic Advisory Committee. Before joining RSA, Edward was the Grassroots Coordinator for Senator Tom Lee’s campaign and served as his Legislative Aide after the election. Prior to Lee’s campaign, Edward worked for Republican Senate Campaigns in Tallahassee. He graduated from Florida State University in 2010. To see the original article posted in the Tampa Bay Business Journal, click here.