Thanking Wayne Simmons for 12 Years of Service on Farm Credit of Florida Board of Directors

After 12 years of dedicated service on the Farm Credit of Florida Board of Directors, including his most recent role as Chairman of the Board, Wayne Simmons is concluding his board tenure.

Throughout his years of service, Wayne has provided exceptional leadership, strategic guidance, and unwavering commitment to Farm Credit of Florida’s mission of supporting Florida’s farmers, ranchers, growers, and rural communities. His insight and dedication have helped strengthen the organization, shape key initiatives, and ensure Farm Credit of Florida continues delivering reliable financial services to agriculture across the state.

Wayne’s contributions have left a lasting impact on our cooperative and the members we serve. His leadership during periods of growth and change has helped position Farm Credit of Florida for continued success while remaining focused on the needs of Florida agriculture.

"Personally, and on behalf of our employees and members, I want to express my gratitude for Wayne Simmons’ service to Farm Credit of Florida, particularly his leadership as Chairman of the Board and his representation of our southwest region. As a member-owned cooperative, an active and engaged Board of Directors is foundational to who we are. That is why individuals like Wayne, who generously give their time and energy to serve, are so important to Farm Credit of Florida and to agriculture across our state. We thank Wayne for his many contributions and wish him continued success as he remains engaged in serving agriculture and Florida." -John Gregory, Farm Credit of Florida CEO

"Wayne, Farm Credit of Florida benefited greatly for your service and leadership. Twelve years goes by quickly. Thank you for your service. See you at the pass." - Marty McKenna, Farm Credit of Florida Board Director, Acting Chairman

On behalf of our Board of Directors, leadership team, employees, and member-borrowers, we extend our sincere gratitude to Wayne for his years of service and steadfast commitment to Farm Credit of Florida. His dedication to our organization and the agricultural community will be felt for years to come.

Please join us in thanking Wayne Simmons for his 12 years of leadership and service and wishing him continued success and happiness in the years ahead.