After a successful twenty-six-year career in private business, Alex Sink looked to Tallahassee and was troubled by what she saw: A city filled with career politicians and entrenched special interests. A capital long on politics-as-usual, but disappointingly short on solutions to Florida’s challenges. Alex recognized the need for problem-solving, new ideas and accountability in state government. So in 2006, never having sought elective office before, Alex ran for Chief Financial Officer. Today, as the state’s elected CFO, Alex oversees nearly 3,000 employees and an annual budget of $300 million in the Department of Financial Services – where she puts her business experience and know-how to work as the outspoken fiscal and consumer watchdog for the people of Florida. Now she is running for Governor, check out the website for more details.
