
Steve Cannon
Vice President, Member Development
As the Vice President of Membership, Steve promotes the Chamber throughout the community and assists businesses with joining the organization. He manages the Circle of Champions sponsorship group, the Diplomats committee and works with existing members to ensure they are benefiting fully through their membership. Steve also oversees Chamber After Hours, Connect ME, Ribbon Cuttings, Groundbreakings, and other membership-based events.
Hometown: Greenlawn, New York
Favorite thing about Gainesville: Our family moved to Gainesville in 1999. One thing we have found is that Gainesville is definitely a town that grows on you the longer you are here. I love the weather and the “local feel” of our community. Gainesville is a welcoming region that accepts people from all backgrounds and walks of life. Gainesville has offered us a home to raise our family, provide a great education for our kids, top ranked competitive sports (Go Gators!) and an overall excellent quality of life. Being a foodie, I also love the variety of local restaurants and breweries.
3 traits that best describe you: Integrity, creativity and loyalty
One thing you could not live without: My world revolves around my family, my beautiful wife Colleen and our children Daniel, Sarah and Ben.
Something unique about you: I have collected baseball cards for years. Being from Long Island, I will always be a Mets fan at heart.