Change-Maker

City official moves up quickly in government hierarchy

Emily Colón recognized early in her career that tackling difficult, change-worthy problems and issues helps build a strong path to success.

  • By Elizabeth Djinis
  • | 5:00 a.m. August 13, 2021
Calvin Knight. Emily Colón was recruited to work for the city of Lakeland in April 2019.
Calvin Knight. Emily Colón was recruited to work for the city of Lakeland in April 2019.
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When Emily Colón first moved to Florida, it was without much of a plan. 

 

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