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About Mike Horner

Mike Horner, a 5th generation Floridian, is a conservative Republican who believes in small, fair and accountable government. That philosophy has been a hallmark of his ten-year tenure as President of the Kissimmee/Osceola Chamber of Commerce, where his leadership led to him being named Florida Chamber Professional of the Year in 2002.

Mike is married to Abby and they have a beautiful son by the name of Lawson. Thanks to Abby’s love of the rural lifestyle they have two dogs Heidi and Simon, two cats Pepper and Jet and four horses T.J., Sugar, Tebow and Cricket.

Mike and his family attend Cornerstone Church in St. Cloud.


Mike with wife Abby and son Lawson
From 1990-1994 Mike served in key Senate legislative staff positions supporting important Central Florida legislative initiatives. As Chamber President he has worked actively with local and state elected officials on programs to secure benefits for our region.

Mike at Basic Training in Fort Benning GA 		Mike Horner’s military experience includes serving in the Florida National Guard as a Specialist in the 2/124th Infantry Company. Commissioned as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Army he advanced to Platoon Leader in the 863rd Supply Company. In 2004 the Osceola Veterans Council named Mike “Citizen of the Year”.

Mike earned his Bachelors Degree in Political Science from the University of Florida and a Masters in Public Administration from the University of Central Florida.
His proven leadership is exemplified by his service on various civic boards, including Community Vision, Good Samaritan Village, Osceola Education Foundation, Osceola Regional Medical Center, Community Health Improvement Council, Good Samaritan Retirement Village and the Osceola Republican Executive Committee.
Mike delivers "Meals on Wheels" at
Good Samaritan Retirement Village

PROFESSIONAL
President/CEO, Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce, 1997 – Present
Manages Chamber of 1300 members and $1,500,000 annual budget
Increased Chamber revenues by over 100%
Pioneered countywide lobbying effort with $200,000 annual budget
Successfully lobbied for over $60 million in additional legislative projects
Created Small Business Development Center with $190,000 annual budget
Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber named “2001 Chamber the Year” by Fl Assoc. Chamber Professionals
Named “2002 Chamber Professional of the Year” by Fl Assoc. Chamber Professionals

EDUCATION
University of Central Florida, Masters in Public Administration
University of Florida, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

MILITARY
Florida National Guard, 1993 - 1997
2nd Lieutenant, 853rd Supply Co.
Specialist, 2/124th Infantry

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Mike is an active board member for the following organizations:
Community Vision
Good Samaritan Retirement Village
Osceola County Education Foundation
Osceola Republican Executive Committee
Community Health Improvement Council
Osceola Regional Medical Center

AWARDS
2006 Republican Man of the Year - Osceola County Republican Executive Committee
2005 Outstanding Community Leader - Community Vision
Named “2004 Person of the Year” by the Osceola Veterans Council
Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber named “2001 Chamber the Year” by Fl Assoc. Chamber Professionals
Named “2002 Chamber Professional of the Year” by Fl Assoc. Chamber Professionals
Winner of “Compadre Award” for outstanding support of the Hispanic Community
Awarded “Outstanding Service To Seniors” by the Osceola County Council on Aging


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