Ann Scott (First Lady of Florida)

Frances Annette Holland[1] (née Holland, born May 11, 1952) is an American businesswoman and philanthropist who served as the first lady of Florida from 2011 to 2019 as the wife of former Governor Rick Scott.

Ann Scott
Official portrait, 2011
First Lady of Florida
In role
January 4, 2011 – January 7, 2019
GovernorRick Scott
Preceded byCarole Crist
Succeeded byCasey DeSantis
Personal details
Born
Ann Holland

(1952-05-11) May 11, 1952
Danville, Illinois, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Spouse
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(m. 1972)​
Children2
EducationUniversity of South Florida (M.S.Ed.)

Early life

Holland was born on May 11, 1952, in Danville, Illinois, and grew up in Mississippi. After graduating from high school, she attended community college and worked full time, while Rick Scott was in the Navy and attended law school. She received her degree in business administration from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.[2]

After completing her education, Scott worked as a teacher in the public school system in both Florida and Missouri. She later transitioned into the private sector, where she worked in various business ventures, including real estate development and investments.

In 1972, Ann Scott married Rick Scott, who later became the governor of Florida. Together, they have two daughters, Allison and Jordan.[3][4]

First Lady of Florida (2011–2019)

As First Lady of Florida, Scott was actively involved in several initiatives to promote education, healthcare, and the arts. She founded the "Reading with the First Lady" program, which aimed to encourage children to read by providing them with access to books and organizing reading events. She also supported the "Healthy Florida" program, which focused on promoting healthy lifestyle choices and combating childhood obesity.[5][6][7][8]

In addition to her work in Florida, Scott has also been involved in philanthropy and community service. She serves on the board of several non-profit organizations, including the Naples Children and Education Foundation and the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence.[9]

Throughout her career, Scott was recognized for her dedication to public service and her contributions to the community. In 2015, she was awarded the "Florida First Lady of Distinction" award by the Florida Commission on the Status of Women. She was also honored with the "Naples Daily News Person of the Year" award in 2013.

Subsequent activities
U.S. senator Rick Scott, Connor Mann and Ann Scott at an event celebrating the bicentennial of Pensacola's incorporation

Today, Scott continues to be an advocate for education, healthcare, and the arts, and remains active in philanthropy and community service.[10][11]

References
  1. M.C. Moewe (April 17, 2006). "Ex-Columbia chief helps grow Solantic". Jacksonville Business Journal. Retrieved August 16, 2015.
  2. "Meet the First Lady". 2017-11-23. Archived from the original on 2017-11-23. Retrieved 2023-04-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link)
  3. "Biography". U.S. Senator Rick Scott. Retrieved 2023-07-26.
  4. "Ann Scott". National Governors Association. Retrieved 2023-07-26.
  5. "Space Coast Daily Exclusive Q&A With Florida First Lady Ann Scott - Space Coast Daily". spacecoastdaily.com. Retrieved 2023-04-10.
  6. "Florida's first lady Ann Scott visits Tampa General Hospital". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 2023-04-10.
  7. "Florida first lady Ann Scott finding her voice". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 2023-04-10.
  8. Solodev (2022-11-22). "Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott Invite K 12 Students to Partic". www.fldoe.org. Retrieved 2023-04-10.
  9. Solodev (2022-11-22). "First Lady Ann Scott Begins Statewide Literacy Tour". www.fldoe.org. Retrieved 2023-04-10.
  10. "Ann Scott". National Governors Association. Retrieved 2023-04-10.
  11. McBride, Jessica (2018-11-06). "Ann Scott, Rick Scott's Wife: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know". Heavy.com. Retrieved 2023-04-10.

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