With over a decade of lobbying experience, Courtney has been a driving force in shaping policy across multiple sectors. Most recently, as Director of State Legislative Affairs at the Florida Farm Bureau, she played a pivotal role in crafting agricultural policy and advocating for the interests of Florida’s farming community. Her deep expertise in agriculture, coupled with her ability to navigate complex legislative processes, made her an indispensable asset in advancing key industry priorities.

Before joining the Florida Farm Bureau, Courtney served as Assistant Vice President of Government Affairs at the Florida Bankers Association (FBA). In this role, she effectively communicated the association’s priorities to policymakers in both the Tallahassee and Washington, D.C., leveraging her extensive expertise gained from her previous position as Deputy Director of Government Relations at the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.

Beyond agriculture and finance, Courtney has also been a strong advocate for education policy, addressing issues spanning K-12 and higher education. Her contributions have helped shape meaningful policy discussions and drive initiatives aimed at improving Florida’s education system. In recognition of her leadership and impact, Courtney was named one of Florida Politics' Rising Stars and was included in the News Service of Florida’s 40 Under 40 list in 2024.

A 2015 graduate of Florida State University, Courtney has called Tallahassee home ever since.