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Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast New Officers Announced

By  //  September 30, 2026

Space Coast EDC officers represent a wide array of Space Coast industries

Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast Chair Todd Pokrywa: COO, Real Estate Group, A. Duda & Sons, Inc.; President, The Viera Company.

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast (EDC) announced its slate of officers for its Fiscal Year 2026/2027:

■ Chair, Todd Pokrywa: COO, Real Estate Group, A. Duda & Sons, Inc.; President, The Viera Company

■ Chair-Elect, Brian Baluta: Director, State & Local Government Relations, FL, Lockheed Martin

■ Secretary, Michele Murrell: External Affairs Manager, Florida Power & Light

■ Treasurer, John Nicklow: President, Florida Institute of Technology

■ Immediate Past Chair, Linda Stout: Senior Vice President, Truist

The EDC officers represent a wide array of Space Coast industries. These professionals provide valuable expertise in their fields and will strengthen 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.

Chair-Elect, Mr. Brian Baluta: Director, State & Local Government Relations, Florida, Lockheed Martin

“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.

“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.”

The Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast is dedicated to attracting new business and investment and expanding existing industry throughout the Space Coast, influencing changes in 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.

CLICK HERE to learn more about the EDC and its officers.