Ronald A. Brisé

Vice President & Senior Advisor

Orlando, Tallahassee

407.406.5270

rbrise.arrow@gunster.com

Overview

Ronald A. Brisé leverages a wealth of experience in governmental, legislative, political, and business arenas to represent the interests of clients in matters that include appropriations, business development, education, governmental and legislative affairs, public policy, and economic development. He currently serves as chair of Gunster’s Government Affairs & Lobbying practice.

An accomplished commissioner, legislative leader, and senior executive, Ronald has  more than 20 years of experience in telecom, energy, utilities, government and business. He has established himself as a thought leader in telecom having testified before the U.S. Senate on telecom issues, served on the joint board on universal service and on the Universal Service Administrative Company. Ronald’s experience working in Florida’s government began when he was elected, at age 32, to represent District 108 in the Florida House of Representatives, where he served from 2006 to 2010. During his time in the Legislature, he was designated Democratic whip and served as vice chair of the Florida Conference of Black State Legislators. Following his tenure in the Florida Legislature, he was appointed to the Florida Public Service Commission, where he served multiple terms including in the role of chair.

With roots in Miami-Dade County and connections to communities across Central and South Florida, Ronald is passionate about bringing together people with varied backgrounds and interests to accomplish common goals. His legislative experience and relationships with policymakers position him to work strategically, both nationally and internationally, on behalf of all his clients.

Education

American Intercontinental University, M.B.A. in Marketing, 2005

American Intercontinental University, M.B.A. in Management, 2005

Oakwood College, B.S. in Biology Education, 1999

Honors

  • Caribbean American Heritage Council, Community Leadership Award, 2016
  • Oakwood University, Distinguished Alumni Award, 2012
  • Haitian Heritage Museum, Haitian Pillar Award, 2011
  • Miami Dade College, Legislative Leadership Award, 2010
  • Florida Legal Services, Legislator of the Year, 2010
  • Success South Florida Magazine, 40 under 40 Award, 2010
  • Young Democrats of Miami-Dade, Leadership Award, 2009
  • American Cancer Society, Legislative Award, 2009
  • American Psychology Association, Legislator of the Year, 2008
  • Miami-Dade Election Reform Coalition, Legislative Leadership Award, 2007

Involvement

Professional Associations & Memberships

  • National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, 2010-18
    • Executive committee, 2017-18
    • Board of directors, 2013-17
  • Federal Communications Bar Association, Florida chapter, co-chair, 2018-present
  • Southeastern Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, 2010-17
    • President, 2015-16
    • 1st vice president, 2014-15
    • 2nd vice president, 2013-14

Civic & Community Service

  • Florida Education Foundation
    • Treasurer, 2022
    • Board of Directors, 2019-2021
  • Florida Blockchain Task Force, chair, 2019
  • Florida Public Service Commission
    • Commissioner, 2010-18
    • Chairman, 2012-14
  • Florida TaxWatch, Center for Educational Performance & Accountability Advisory Board, chairman, 2018-present
  • Central Florida Urban League, board of directors, 2018-present
  • Universal Service Administrative Company
    • Board of directors, 2012-18
    • Executive committee, 2017-18
    • Treasurer, 2017-18
  • Federal- State Joint Board on Universal Service, FCC, 2015-18
  • National Utility Diversity Council, board of directors, 2014-present
  • Children’s Home Society of Florida, board of directors, 2018-present
  • Intergovernmental Advisory Committee, FCC, 2011-18
  • Florida Conference of Black State Legislators, 2006-10
    • Vice president, 2010
  • Florida State Representative District 108, 2006-10
  • Miami Union Academy, board of directors, 2005-10
  • Albert C. Pierre Community Center, board of directors, 2004-14
  • Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce, board of directors, 2005-12
  • NAACP, 2000-present
  • North Miami Planning Commission, 2004-06
  • North Miami Chamber of Commerce, 2006-11
  • Democratic National Convention, delegate, 2008