FAA Welcomes Laura Heiselman

We are proud to introduce you to FAA’s new Government Affairs Director, Laura Heiselman! Ms. Heiselman’s professional background is in Florida politics and government. She served as a lobbyist for the National Federation of Independent Business, as a fundraiser and events coordinator for the Republican Party of Florida and as a member of Governor Jeb Bush’s Transition Team. Most recently, Laura lead the fundraising efforts for United Arts of Central Florida, where she and her development committee successfully raised over 2.8 million dollars for the local arts community.

Laura is engaged in various civic and leadership organizations in the region. She is a Board member of the Central Florida Partnership’s Young Professionals Advisory Council, a member of the Downtown Orlando Partnership, and is a Trustee at Lake Highland Preparatory School, where she serves as president of the Alumni Association. She has been a volunteer with Orange County Public Schools since 2006 and is a lifelong parishioner of St. James Cathedral where she serves as a lector. In her leisure time, she enjoys cheering for her alma mater and the Yankees, spending time with family and experiencing arts and culture.

Ms. Heiselman obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University with an emphasis in Political Science and Public Administration. Please join us in welcoming Laura to the FAA team!