Michael Baker President Joins Florida Development Finance Board

Event summary

  • Daniel A. Craig, President of Michael Baker International, appointed to Florida Development Finance Corporation (FDFC) Board of Directors by Governor Ron DeSantis on May 19, 2026.
  • Craig brings 27 years of disaster recovery, housing, and infrastructure leadership experience to the FDFC.
  • FDFC supports economic development through financing programs including private activity bonds and renewable energy projects.
  • Craig previously held senior roles at FEMA and led major recovery programs in Hawaiʻi, Florida, and Puerto Rico.

The big picture

Craig's appointment reflects a growing trend of private-sector leaders taking on public roles to bridge policy and execution in disaster recovery and economic development. Michael Baker International stands to benefit from enhanced relationships with Florida's development financing authority, potentially securing larger infrastructure and resilience projects. The move also underscores the increasing importance of disaster recovery expertise in state-level economic planning.

What we're watching

Strategic Alignment
How Craig's appointment will influence FDFC's focus on disaster resilience and infrastructure financing.
Market Expansion
Whether Michael Baker can leverage this appointment to secure more contracts in Florida's recovery and infrastructure sectors.
Regulatory Dynamics
The pace at which FDFC's financing programs will evolve under new leadership, particularly in renewable energy and manufacturing.