Kathy Baughman McLeod, Director of the Bryant Miller Olive Public Policy Group, was elected in June to be the 2009-2010 Vice-Chairperson for Sustainable Florida. Sustainable Florida as  a  program of the Collins Center for Public Policy promotes collaboration among organizations, corporations, and government officials in developing solutions for sustainable best practices in the State of Florida. Sustainable Florida seeks solutions in harmonizing the protection of Florida’s precious natural environment while promoting competitive advantages for business within the state. Ms. Baughman McLeod works to identify sustainable practices, promote the dissemination of successful strategies across the states, and encourage sustainability as a cornerstone of higher level education.