North Fort Myers, FL, August 29, 2025 – LCEC Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer Denise Vidal has been recognized as one of Florida’s most influential business leaders in the 2025 edition of Florida Trend’s Florida 500.
The annual publication, developed through a year-long research initiative by Florida Trend editors, highlights the most impactful executives across key industries who are helping shape Florida’s economic future.
Vidal was appointed CEO of LCEC in 2019 after serving in a wide range of leadership roles over her 16-year career at the Cooperative. Her experience spans customer service, finance, accounting, and marketing. Under her leadership, LCEC has successfully navigated historic challenges, including the global COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain challenges, rapid community growth and devastating hurricanes like the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Ian.
“I am proud to lead a team of employees who live the LCEC values every day. Together we are powering a brighter future for Southwest Florida.” said Vidal.
The Florida 500 selection process includes months of research, interviews, and input from industry experts, economic development leaders, and community stakeholders throughout the state. The result is a highly selective, biographical look at Florida’s top business leaders who are driving progress and innovation in their fields.
LCEC is proud to celebrate this recognition of Denise Vidal’s leadership and the continued dedication of the LCEC team in fulfilling the Cooperative’s mission of delivering reliable, cost-competitive electricity and outstanding service to members.