Florida Retail Federation picks Randy Miller as new chief

Influential retailers lobby Florida Retail Federation announced Monday it has named a new president and CEO, promoting Randy Miller from the position of executive vice president. Miller also assumes the helm at sister organization Georgia Retail Association, where he was also a senior executive. Longtime FRF staff members Samantha Hunter Padgett and Melissa Joiner Ramba — wife of well-known Tallahassee lobbyist David Ramba — also received promotions as Miller takes over for the outgoing Rick McAllister, who retired last month. “I’m excited to be able to lead a respected and influential organization…