Announcement is first of 67 county leadership teams, underscoring Paul Renner’s commitment to winning with grassroots support
PALM COAST, FL— Paul Renner, candidate for Florida governor and former Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives, today announced the formation of his Flagler County Leadership Committee, a group of respected business, community, and faith leaders committed to supporting Renner’s Florida First vision for the future.
The Flagler County Leadership Committee will play a key role in grassroots outreach, engage voters, assist in event coordination, and share Renner’s vision for keeping Florida affordable, safe, and free. The committee reflects the diverse civic life of Flagler County and brings together leaders with deep roots in the community.
“Flagler County is my home. It is a growing and vibrant community, and I’m incredibly grateful and honored for the leadership, trust, and support of these men and women,” Paul Renner said. “This committee represents the best of Flagler County. They are hardworking Floridians who understand the values that make our state strong— faith, freedom, economic opportunity, and safe communities. Thank you for placing your trust in me, and I am excited to work with you to take our Florida First message to the voters.”
The Flagler County Leadership Committee includes:
- James Gardner, Jr., Flagler County Property Appraiser
- Greg Hansen, Flagler County Board of County Commissioners, District 2
- Christy Chong, Flagler County School Board Chair
- Donald O’Brien, Former Chair of Flagler County Board of County Commissioners
- David Ayres, Civic Leader and Radio Personality
- Michael Chiumento, Attorney and Flagler County Business Leader
- Sharon Demers, Republican Grassroots Leader
- Ed Fuller, Civic Leader and Flagler Tiger Bay Board Member
- Patrick Juliano, First Responder Union Leader
- Samuel Royer, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and Community Advocate
- Lacy Martin, Marketing Strategist and Community Advocate
- Greg Peters, Co-Founder and Lead Pastor at Parkview Church
- Denise Peters, Co-Founder of Parkview Church
- Randy Stapleford, Retired U.S. Navy Captain and Civic Leader
*** Endorsements are personal in nature, and do not represent any affiliated organizations.
This leadership committee announcement underscores the growing momentum for the Paul Renner campaign across Northeast Florida, as regional leaders organize and mobilize in support of his candidacy ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election.
For more information or to join the fight, visit www.VoteRenner.com.