Jason Mahon

FloridaCommerce Deputy Secretary for Economic Development and Chief Manufacturing Officer

[Henry Mack III @HenmackIII]

Proud of my home state—thanks to the leadership of @RonDeSantis & @FLACommerce—now leading the nation to expand work-based learning opportunities for critical occupations for our nation’s defense and maritime industrial base. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🎉

[Merriam-Webster @MerriamWebster]

Why is it ‘cancelled’ in the U.K. but ‘canceled’ in the U.S.?

Because we gave them that L in 1776.

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

This morning, Secretary J. Alex Kelly attended the @SelectFLA Board Meeting at @MDCollege where the Board heard testimonials from Pasco Economic Development Council, Avionica and Buddy of Parents—spotlighting innovative solutions in technology and manufacturing that have found success here in the Sunshine State. With $1.2 Billion in Export Sales so far in FY 2025-2026, discussions also highlighted SelectFlorida’s efforts to assist more than 1,600 Florida businesses, the organization’s successful Leadership Mission to Brazil, updates on strategic international agreements between Italy-Florida Ports, and more.

[Ron DeSantis @GovRonDeSantis]

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season just started, but Florida is dedicated to disaster preparedness all year round. We always plan for the worst that nature can throw at us, and we execute those plans to ensure effective response, recovery, and restoration. 

I encourage all Florida residents and visitors to have a household plan for hurricane season that considers the needs of children, seniors, and pets in their family. Disaster preparedness essentials—including many pet items—are now tax-free in Florida.

Make sure to follow @FLSERT and your local emergency management for important updates heading into this hurricane season!

[Moffitt Cancer Center @MoffittNews]

At Health Care Innovation Pitch Day, Florida Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly (@FLSecofCommerce) shares how connecting startups, state agencies and investors helps strengthen Florida’s health innovation ecosystem and deliver high-quality care. @FLACommerce

[Cord Byrd @CordByrd]

This is such an amazing place. It’s hard to get to, but so worth it!

[Florida Chamber @FLChamber]

Do you manufacture the coolest thing in Florida? ⚙️

Nominations are officially OPEN for the second annual Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition! In partnership with @FLACommerce, this is your chance to showcase the innovation, craftsmanship, and impact of Florida’s manufacturing industry. 

From advanced manufacturing to everyday products, we want to see what you’re making.

🎥 Check out the announcement video featuring @MarkWilsonFL, President & CEO at the @FLChamber and Jason Mahon, Chief Manufacturing Officer & Deputy Secretary of Economic Development at FloridaCommerce.

Know a company that should be nominated? Tag them or share this post to help us spread the word.

Submit your nomination before May 31 and be part of celebrating Florida-made excellence. Learn more and enter here: https://t.co/Mwz7jct3I3

#CoolestThingMadeinFlorida #MadeInFlorida #FLManufacturing

[Ron DeSantis @GovRonDeSantis]

Great to be in Tampa today to sign HB 249, designating the S.S. American Victory as Florida’s official state flagship. The S.S. American Victory, a World War II-era vessel, is one of only three Victory Class WWII steamships that remain fully operational today.

After WWII, the S.S. American Victory went on to carry troops and cargo in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Now, the ship is preserved as a museum and memorial in Tampa, serving as a tribute to American service members and our state’s maritime heritage.

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

As part of Rural Counties Days, @FLACommerce hosted the Rural Economic Development Managers Training at the Challenger Learning Center in Tallahassee. @FLSecofCommerce J. Alex Kelly spoke about the economic impact of Florida’s Opportunity Zones and Maritime Industrial Base, in addition to other presentations which included rural economic development training, partner programming and business intelligence updates, and business retention and expansion.

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

.@FLACommerce is welcoming community partners to begin submitting recommendations for eligible Opportunity Zone 2.0 census tracts for nomination! Learn More >> https://t.co/s9twaOyHwh

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Today, Deputy Secretary of Economic Development and Chief Manufacturing Officer Jason Mahon and Deputy Secretary of Community Development Justin Domer spoke to business leaders, elected officials and policy makers about Florida’s focus on manufacturing and economic development, as well as our emphasis on supporting rural communities as they build successful economies at the 2026 @FLChamber Legislative Fly-In.

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Deputy Secretary of Economic Development and Chief Manufacturing Officer Jason Mahon and @FLChamber’s Crystal Campbell unveiled the winner of the Florida Chamber's inaugural Coolest Thing Made in Florida Competition!

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

The @FLACommerce @VISITFLORIDA @FloridaDBPR and @FRLAnews partnership benefits Florida, Florida businesses and Floridians!

[Jason Mahon @JasonMahon1]

RT @FloridaTourism: Today, VISIT FLORIDA President & CEO @BryanDGriffin joined @FLCommerce and @FloridaDBPR at the @FRLAnews Fall Board Me…

[America250FL @America250FL]

Florida’s historic manufacturing industry is thriving with more than 27,000 manufacturing companies that employ more than 430,000 employees! #ManufacturingMonth @FLACommerce

[Florida Semiconductor Engine @FLSemiconductor]

Jason Mahon, Deputy Secretary of the @FLACommerce shared today that the momentum the state of Florida is experiencing with the development of its semiconductor industry is powered by a $380 million investment in talent and workforce development.

[Ron DeSantis @GovRonDeSantis]

Florida’s Job Growth Grant Fund drives economic development by supporting critical infrastructure projects and expanding workforce training opportunities at the local level.

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Today @FLSecofCommerce J. Alex Kelly joined @GovRonDeSantis to award more than $14 million to @IRSCTheRiver, @WakullaCounty, @SebringAirport and @MDCollege through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund for infrastructure and workforce development projects.

[Nick Primrose @NickPrimrose]

Florida is leaning into manufacturing and the numbers don't lie—432k jobs and growing.

The time is now for the Florida Legislature to continue the momentum by showing the world we have an economic environment that welcomes innovation, investment, and job creation.

👏@SodFatherFL, @CobbNan2024, @votemikeredondo for sponsoring great pro-growth manufacturing legislation.

cc: @FLChamber @FLACommerce @FloridaMakes

[Jason Mahon @JasonMahon1]

Today I had the opportunity to tour @MAPEIUSA’s manufacturing facility in Wildwood. This Italian company has 3 FL facilities, including its US HQ. They make construction products - self-levelers, adhesives and sealants. A great candidate for #CoolestThingMadeInFlorida @FLChamber