Governor Ron DeSantis announces the appointment of Michael Kessie and Azhar Khan to the State Retirement Commission

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By Samantha Allen

Published: June 17, 2022 | 10:10 PM

Governor Ron DeSantis announced today (June 17) that Michael Kessie and Azhar Khan have been appointed to the State Retirement Commission.

Michael Kessie

Kessie is a former Chief of Police at the New College of Florida Police Department in Bradenton.

He formerly worked for the Schererville, Indiana, Police Department as a Patrol Officer, Sergeant, Detective Lieutenant, Assistant Chief, and Deputy Chief of Operations, as well as the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy Sheriff.

Kessie is a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and has previously served as the Chair of Suncoast Technical College’s Law Enforcement Academy Advisory Board and as Vice President of the Florida Police Chiefs Association.

Azhar Khan

Khan, of Tallahassee, is a Senior Economist in the Office of Policy and Budget for the Executive Office of the Governor.

Previously, he worked as an economist for the Florida Legislature and a variety of governmental agencies.

Khan graduated from Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in economics and a master’s degree in business administration and information systems management.

These appointees are subject to approval by the Florida Senate.

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Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.