SF President Broadie named to Florida 500 again

November 10, 2026

Congratulations to SF President Dr. Paul Broadie II on being named, once again, to Florida Trend’s Florida 500!                           

Each year the magazine produces a list of 500 of the most influential leaders across a variety of industries, including agriculture, energy, finance and insurance, health and life science, law, manufacturing and professional services.                     

This year Dr. Broadie joined 30 other education professionals on the list, representing state colleges, public and private universities, K-12, for-profits and foundations. He also made the 2025 list.                                                                           

"Ultimately, the Florida 500 is a snapshot of Florida's business community - a collection of voices, experiences and ideas from the executives and leaders helping shape our state's future," said President and Publisher David G. Denor. "It is our opportunity to recognize their accomplishments, learn from their experiences and gain a deeper understanding of the people and ideas driving Florida forward."                                                                                                                                                             

Dr. Broadie has led significant growth at the College, including the development of Ralph W. Cellon, Jr. Institute for Skilled Trades and Advanced Manufacturing, an Automotive Technology Training Center scheduled to open in Fall 2027 at Blount Center, and expansion of the nursing program. as well as the launch of successful programs including ACB Excel, SF Achieve, and the Academy of Science and Technology, among more to come.                                                                                                   

In addition, as the college approached its 60th Anniversary, SF earned recognition from Carnegie Classifications as a member of the inaugural class of Opportunity Colleges, for its highly successful approach to serving a diverse range of students, who go on to earn 30 percent higher wages than the regional average.

He told Florida Trend, "I am excited about the continued focus and impact we will have on workforce development: an automotive technology training center opening in 2027, expansion of our nursing program to Bradford County in 2026, a future workforce innovation training center and expansions of new academic programs such as diesel technology.