In this episode of The Build Up, hosts Ryan Benson and John Riddle sit down in Naples with Senate President Kathleen Passidomo to explore the moments that shaped her path into public service.

Passidomo reflects on her time as president of the Collier County Bar Association during the foreclosure crisis—an experience that exposed the scale of housing challenges facing Florida families and sparked her decision to step into policy and advocacy.

This conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at how real-world challenges can drive meaningful leadership—and why housing remains at the center of Florida’s future.

Tune in now to hear her story and insights.

In this episode, Florida State Representative Tiffany Esposito shares her journey from local business to politics, her experiences in Tallahassee, and insights on policy issues like housing, infrastructure, and data centers. Discover how her background shapes her legislative priorities and the importance of advocacy for industry stakeholders.

Discover the behind-the-scenes process of Florida’s legislative body, straight from FHBA Lobbyist and Advocacy Communications Manager, Brendan Burke.

Ryan and John talk to Brendan about how laws are made, the role of lobbyists, committee dynamics, and how industry members can influence legislation.

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