Board of Directors
Our Team
Sean Malott is the President and CEO of the Central Florida Development Council (CFDC) where he is responsible for leading the economic development strategy for Polk County.
Joining the team in May 2017, Lindsay serves as the Senior Vice President and COO. She is responsible for building private investment for the CFDC and its work as Polk County’s economic development partner. The organization’s stakeholders are critical to the continual growth and development of our region.
Alexander Price joined the CFDC as the Business Development Associate at the beginning of 2018. Alex has a developed skill set essential to the process of recruiting new businesses to Polk County. In October 2019, Alex received his JobsEQ FIT Certification which provides him with enhanced data tools to better help businesses and investors.
Shelly joined the CFDC in September 2015 as Administrative Office Manager. She is responsible for the day-to-day activities and financial reporting of the CFDC.
Michelle Zamora joined the CFDC team as the Investor Relations Coordinator in August 2022. In this role Michelle will connect, engage and support CFDC investors as they assist in building Polk County’s economic prosperity.
Christina DiGregory joined the CFDC as the Graphic Design & Social Media Associate in September 2022. She attended Florida Southern College in Lakeland and graduated Summa Cum Laude with her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design and a minor in Sports Management.
Lenore has been telling the stories of Polk County businesses for the Central Florida Development Council since June 2018. A contributing writer, she uses her journalism background to write profiles about local businesses, trends in business and industry in the Central Florida area, and breaking news.