TALLAHASSEE, FL - On February 12 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Paul Renner to the Board of Governors of the State University System. This appointment is effective April 15, 2025. 

Paul Renner
Renner is the former Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives, representing District 19 and is currently Of Counsel for Nelson Mullins. A public servant for most of his life, he is a veteran of the United States Navy and began his legal career as a state prosecutor. Renner earned his bachelor’s degree in history from Davidson College and his juris doctor from the University of Florida.  

This appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.