Elisha González
SVP of Community Affairs, Truist
Elisha González is an influential strategic executive, collaborative problem solver, and connector known for building valuable partnerships and alliances across Central Florida. She has been recognized for her leadership, business acumen, and lifelong commitment to making the region a great place to live, work, and play.
Elisha serves as SVP of Community Affairs at Truist. Earlier in her career, she led government affairs and community relations for FAIRWINDS Credit Union as vice president and executive director of the FAIRWINDS Foundation, and held the same role for Duke Energy Florida across its east coast operating area of Seminole, Volusia, Flagler, and Brevard counties. She also directed community affairs for Valencia College, relaunching Valencia Promise/Orange County Take Stock in Children, and began her career as a teacher and administrator in Orange County Public Schools.
Elisha holds leadership roles across Central Florida’s civic landscape, including a gubernatorial appointment to the CareerSource Florida State Board, and board roles with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando, Heart of Florida United Way, and the Orlando Economic Partnership. Her work has earned honors including Orlando Magazine’s Women Who Move the City and Women of the Year, and Orlando Business Journal’s 40 Under 40.
González holds a Master of Science in Business Administration in Education from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Central Florida. A native of Mexico City, Mexico, she has made Central Florida her home for her career in public service and philanthropy.