December 28, 2007, Altamonte Springs, FL – The Central Florida Economic Cooperative voted in a new Board of Directors today.  This election marks the first of its kind for the young upstart organization.

Patrick Hartle, Commercial Lines Account Executive for Sihle Insurance Group will act as President of the Board for 2008. His term as President begins immediately. Other elected board members include:

Vice President
Jesse Davis, Beacon Benefit Consulting

Treasurer
Joe Forgét, Technetium Creative

Secretary
Shawn Jiles, Merrill Lynch

Assistant Secretary
Jamie Freeman, TC Specialties

"It is an honor to be elected President of the organization’s first Board of Directors," states Patrick Hartle. "This year’s Board is comprised of individuals that have helped make this organization a reality.  I am excited about the growth and development we plan for 2008.  None of this would be possible without the passion and drive of the group’s initial members."

Founded by three initial members, the Central Florida Economic Cooperative has quickly grown to seven member companies.  The group has plans to grow and the organization’s goals for managed growth will be monitored and facilitated by the new Board of Directors.

About the Central Florida Economic Cooperative:

The Central Florida Economic Cooperative is a member-run business organization located in Altamonte Springs, FL. The Economic Cooperative is founded on the three ideals of business development, business education and community engagement. For more information on the Economic Cooperative and its members, visit our Web site at www.economiccooperative.com.

Contact:

Joe Forgét
Technetium Creative
407-667-4884

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