Join TCJAX on Thursday, Aug. 13 and hear from the President and CEO of the Florida Trucking Association (FTA), who will address "Tort Reform And Transportation In The Time Of COVID".
Guest Speaker: Kenneth S. Armstrong, Ph.D.
As President and CEO of the Florida Trucking Association (FTA), Dr. Kenneth Armstrong helps the organization elevate the image and issues of the state’s trucking industry in political, regulatory and business arenas. Dr. Armstrong is a veteran of the nonprofit sector, and FTA is the fourth institution where he has served as chief executive officer. Much of his career has been in resource development; organizations under his leadership have raised almost a quarter billion dollars.
During his 5 years at FTA, membership has increased by 88%, sponsorships and contributions by 260%, dues revenue by 79%, and attendance at their annual conference by 96%.
In past roles, he worked with such national figures as Bill Gates, Carol Burnett, Jeb Bush, Jimmy Buffett and Roger Staubach on major gift and community development. He brings these skills to the FTA to enhance its business contacts and community involvement.
He draws from an extensive network of business, nonprofit, government and political contacts to push forward the issues of Florida’s trucking industry. As the most visible spokesperson for the industry, he draws upon this group of varied leaders to help inform and guide his advocacy for the FTA.
Ken most recently led the United Way of the Big Bend for 16 years. He has served on almost 20 community boards and coalitions, and continues to have deep roots in the community and a great passion for the organizations that improve lives locally.