| Associated Builders and Contractors, ABC Friend of "Free Enterprise" Award 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Florida Association of Counties, Legislative Leadership Award 2010 |
| Florida Chamber of Commerce Honor Roll, "A" Legislative Report Card 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Florida Home Builders Association, Legislative Report Card “A” 2010 |
| Florida League of Cities, Inc., Legislative Appreciation Award 2010 |
| Fraternal Order of Police and Law Enforcement Officers Recognition of Continued Support 2010 |
| Florida Professional Firefighters, Legislator of the Year 2009 |
| Florida Assisted Living Affiliation, Pinellas County Chapter, Appreciation Award 2008 |
| Florida Education Association, Legislative Report Card "A" 2008 |
| Willa Carson Heath Resource Center, Recognition for Outstanding Community Support 2008 |
| Florida Family Childcare Home Association, Recognition of Commitment Award 2007 |
| Professional Firefighter of the Year by the Governor, State Fire Marshal and Florida Cabinet 1999 |
| Firefighter, Retired, 28 years of service including 24 years in Clearwater Florida 1968-1996 |
| Consus Group, LLC, Government & Community Relations Consulting Firm, Partner |
