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PLANT CITY, Fla. (July 13, 2022) – The Florida Strawberry Festival announced today that Kyle Robinson will become the new president-elect effective immediately. He will be replacing Paul Davis who will be retiring in April of 2023.
In Robinson’s new role as president-elect, he will work alongside Davis for the 2023 Festival season and directly oversee all of the festival’s day-to-day operations, budgets, marketing, and staffing.
Davis will continue his role as president of the festival, while working with the board of directors and associate directors and providing the full benefit of his expertise, leadership, and guidance to ensure a smooth and successful transition through the end of his term.
“Kyle will be the twelfth president/general manager in the festival’s 92nd year history,” said Florida Strawberry Festival President Paul Davis. “The board of directors and I are confident that Kyle is the right person for the job. He has worked security at our Festival for 25 years now and knows our event so well. I have worked with Kyle and know firsthand his work ethic, and his compassion for those under his command.”
Robinson currently serves as a colonel within the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Throughout his 27-year career, he has had an outstanding record of service, working in the Criminal Investigations Division, Special Investigations Division, Department of Patrol Services and Professional Standards Section.
“The festival has been a large part of my life, some of my fondest memories were made here. It’s an incredible opportunity to serve the festival and this great community,” said Florida Strawberry Festival President-Elect Kyle Robinson. “I am confident moving into this new position because the festival has an engaged, experienced, and knowledgeable board of directors and associate directors to rely upon for guidance. The insight I’ve gained from my experience in working the festival with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has prepared me to offer Festival guests with quality customer service interactions. Not too many people can say they have worked two dream jobs in their lifetime. I am blessed.”
Robinson, a lifelong resident of Plant City, will join the Florida Strawberry Festival staff as president-elect following his retirement from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office later this week.
“I love the festival and feel that Kyle will bring a great ‘teamwork’ perspective and lead this great organization well in the future,” continued Davis. “Kyle has a genuine love for people, is a good family man and will be a great fit for our team. We are honored to have him.”
About the Florida Strawberry Festival
The Florida Strawberry Festival is an 11-day community event celebrating the strawberry harvest of Eastern Hillsborough County. Each year, more than 500,000 visitors enjoy the festival’s headline entertainment, youth livestock shows, exhibits of commerce and, of course, its strawberry shortcake. The 2023 Florida Strawberry Festival takes place March 2 through March 12 in Plant City, Fla. For more information, visit www.flstrawberryfestival.com, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (#BerryFest23).
Jennifer L. Morgan
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813-752-9194
jennifer@flstrawberryfestival.com
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