The Honorable Stuart Tettemer
Mayor, City of Panama City Beach

Stuart Tettemer became Mayor of Panama City Beach in 2024, bringing with him a deep commitment to community service and a bright vision for the City’s future. His journey to public office began in 2020 when he returned to his home state of Florida after living in rural Colorado, where he embraced a love for outdoor exploration and small-town values.

With a professional background spanning large corporations and innovative startups, Stuart built a successful career as a software engineer. This experience honed his ability to listen to diverse stakeholders, identify challenges, and deliver practical, cost-effective solutions. Today, he uses these skills in helping address the needs of his constituents.

A proud graduate of Cornell University, Stuart holds both a Bachelor of Science in Information Science, Systems, and Technology, and a Master of Engineering in Computer Science.

This innovative and technical background helped prepare him for public office in a rapidly growing City. As Mayor, he strives to endorse policies and projects that balance the needs of residents with those of the City’s bustling tourism sector. He is a strong advocate of improving transportation and infrastructure, with a particular focus on projects within the Community Redevelopment Area. He believes in prioritizing and strengthening City services and building resilient infrastructure for PCB’s future growth.

In addition to his mayoral duties, Mayor Tettemer represents the City of Panama City Beach as a board member of the Bay League of Cities. He is a member of the Florida League of Cities, where he serves as Intergovernmental Relations, Mobility, and Emergency Management committee member, working closely with other municipalities to advance regional priorities. Outside of his office, he serves as an active member of his church’s advisory council, volunteering to welcome and mentor new members of his faith community.

Stuart’s leadership style reflects his belief in fostering a strong, united, and patriotic culture in Panama City Beach. He envisions a City where multi-generational families and newcomers collaborate to address growth challenges while preserving the area’s unique charm and heritage.

When not serving the City, Stuart remains engaged with the Bay County Republican Executive Committee, advocating for policies that support local prosperity. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, beach outings, and connecting with residents to ensure their voices are heard.