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An Economic Development Initiative in Northeast Florida An Economic Development Initiative in Northeast Florida Northeast Floridas Call To Action In order to remain competitive and lead in economic development and job growth Northeast Florida businesses must be more reflective of the community they serve and the talent they employ. Diversity on corporate boards and executivelevel roles remains below other state averages and well below the 50 percent target level. What the Data Says Elevate Women leverages a groundbreaking study titled The Status of Women in Northeast Florida Strengthening the Pipeline for Womens Advancement to Leadership by The Institute for Womens Policy Research 2019. This study brought to light that women are preparing for advancement to leadership positions but are not transitioning into them at the same rates as men.