Meet SGT. Luther wilkins:
Meet Sergeant Luther Wilkins Sergeant Luther Wilkins is a U.S. Army veteran, business leader, and Floridian committed to strengthening local communities and fighting for the people of Florida House District 70. With experience in business leadership, marketing, sales management, and civic engagement, Sergeant Wilkins has spent his career helping Florida businesses grow and creating economic opportunities for working families and small businesses in Hillsborough and Manatee counties. A Veteran of the United States Army and Army National Guard, Sergeant Wilkins spent 12 years in uniform serving with leadership roles in charge of managing personnel, logistics, and mission readiness. While in the Army, Sergeant Wilkins was assigned to support America's nuclear defense, serving with one of our nation's most critical national security programs. During his time in the Army, Sergeant Wilkins understood the importance of servant leadership and developed the core values he still embraces today: integrity, accountability, discipline, and commitment to service. After his time in the military, Sergeant Wilkins pursued a career in business development and sales leadership, focusing on strategic marketing and customer service. For over two decades, Sergeant Wilkins has worked in local businesses to help them expand their operations, developed lasting partnerships throughout Florida's business community, and worked with countless entrepreneurs, employees, and working families to create opportunities for themselves and their children. For nearly a decade, Sergeant Wilkins served with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Atchley Properties, where he specialized in residential sales, corporate relocation, leasing, and development marketing. During his time with BHGE Atchley, Sergeant Wilkins helped market and sell dozens of residential communities across Hillsborough and Manatee counties and was named **Salesperson of the Year** three times. After nearly 10 years of specializing in residential sales, Sergeant Wilkins expanded his skills serving as the Sales and Marketing Director for *Tempo News*, a weekly community newspaper serving minority communities throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties. In his role at Tempo News, Sergeant Wilkins was able to expand the paper's advertising reach, grow readership, and build bridges between local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders. He took pride in helping community members take advantage of resources to help develop our local economy and build strong communities. Sergeant Wilkins has dedicated his life to public service. He served as the President of the Manatee County NAACP and continues to work for veterans and local residents as a Democratic Precinct Captain. Whether in a leadership role or as a voice for others, Sergeant Wilkins has always been committed to improving the lives of veterans, small business owners, promoting educational opportunities and economic development. He currently works with employers and working families across Florida to help them access voluntary workplace benefits that help strengthen their financial security. These benefits are provided at no direct cost to employers, allowing them to better protect their employees and families should they experience a sudden illness or hardship. It's time for that same commitment to service to extend to Tallahassee. Sergeant Wilkins is running for State House District 70 because he wants to fight for Florida families and ensure that every person in District 70 has a chance to thrive. From expanding affordable housing options and strengthening public education to standing up for veterans and Florida's natural resources, Sergeant Wilkins plans to focus on policies that promote responsible economic growth and job creation. Sergeant Luther Wilkins approaches leadership with a commitment to serve others. When it comes to politics, he will listen first, lead with integrity, and always put the people of House District 70 before party politics and special interests.
Sergeant Wilkins
Sergeant Wilkins had a successful career in automotive sales management. In that capacity, he managed top-producing sales teams, created customer-centric business strategies, and acted as a liaison between local businesses and the communities they serve. Sergeant Wilkins was able to improve customer relations by cultivating trust, accountability, and building partnerships that benefited the community for years to come.
Sergeant Wilkins has been devoted to serving his community and encouraging others to get involved with civic activities his entire life. He served as President of the Manatee County NAACP fighting for equal opportunity, education, and economic advancement for all. He was also a member of the Manasota Black Chamber of Commerce and Great Kids of Sarasota. Both organizations are dedicated to empowering small businesses, promoting youth development, and creating better communities for everyone.
As an active member of his community, Sergeant Wilkins took part in local Democratic Party politics. He was formerly elected as a Precinct Committeeman for the Manatee County Democratic Party where he worked to improve voter participation, promote citizens’ involvement, and empowered grassroots activists.
Most recently, Sergeant Wilkins is a licensed insurance professional. As an insurance agent, he focuses on voluntary workplace benefits. Sergeant Wilkins works with employers all over Florida to help provide their employees and families financial protection and access to supplemental benefits at no cost to the employer.
Sergeant Wilkins is running for State Representative for Florida House District 70. If elected, he plans to bring his leadership skills, real-world experience, and passion for serving others to Tallahassee. He plans to work tirelessly to expand access to affordable housing, protect and strengthen public education, support our veterans, preserve our natural resources, promote sustainable and responsible economic development, and defend local control. Sergeant Wilkins believes that by putting people first and listening to the needs of residents, we can work toward practical solutions that will improve the quality of life for every family in southern Hillsborough County and northern Manatee County.
Sergeant Wilkins was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, but his family has called Parrish home for many years. He is a proud husband and father of 3 girls and 3 boys. He is committed to helping his neighbors and building a better future for the families of District 70.
Military veteran. Proud family man. Business owner. Neighborhood Association President. Insurance Agent. Democrat and proud of it. These are just some of the ways you can describe Luther Wilkins. Serving his community has been a part of Sergeant Wilkins’ life since he was old enough to understand what it means to be a part of something bigger than himself. If elected, Sergeant Wilkins plans to continue serving District 70 by standing on the Army values that he was taught:
● LOYALTY - faithfulness to the nation, the Constitution, the Florida State House of Representatives, and your fellow citizens
● DUTY - fulfill your obligations
● RESPECT - treat people as they should be treated
● SELFLESS SERVICE - place the needs of others before your own
● HONOR - live up to all the Army values
● INTEGRITY - do what’s right, even when no one is watching
● PERSONAL COURAGE - Face your fears, doubts, and do what’s right even though it’s not always the popular thing to do.
