Aubrey L. Edge is President and CEO of First Coast Energy, L.L.P., one of the larger distributors of Shell gasoline in the U.S. with an extensive network of approximately 200 stations in Florida and North Carolina. Based in Jacksonville, First Coast Energy has grown from a $50 million company into one of the larger private companies in Northeast Florida with revenues of approximately $1.5 billion per year. First Coast Energy employs over 1,400 individuals at its corporate headquarters and company operated stores, Daily’s. Daily’s is the flagship of First Coast Energy’s network and is strongly committed to the success and growth of Jacksonville. At Daily’s, “It’s nicer here” is not just a slogan, it’s a mission statement.
Governor Edge earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from Emory University in 1988.
Governor Edge was appointed to the Board of Governors in February of 2020. As a member of the Board, Governor Edge supports Florida’s public universities to efficiently manage taxpayer dollars while prioritizing student success.
Governor Edge is married to Elizabeth, his wife of 34 years, and has two sons, Ryan, 26, and Christopher, 20. Governor Edge’s family and faith are what sustain him and provide the passion to continue in service to the community where he is actively involved in many charitable endeavors.