05/05/2026
✨ What a month… and what a community. ✨
As the Brandon Riverview Chamber of Commerce Honorary Mayor’s Race comes to a close, I am truly humbled beyond words by the overwhelming support, generosity, and love shown throughout this journey.
From my incredible committee to every single person who showed up, donated, sponsored, volunteered, or simply cheered us on… you are the heart and soul of this community. 💜❤️
You give selflessly. You show up fully. And you make a difference.
A special thank you to my amazing campaign manager, Carole R Gill for your leadership and for sponsoring our fabulous lotto board. 🤑
To our charities Angel Foundation Florida Liz Brewer and their amazing staff Lisa Ortiz Román Penni Reeves Engelman Michelle Vega and Hope for Her Cheryl Hickman and Becky Jordan this month required your dedication as well, and I am so honored to support the life-changing work you do.
To my biggest cheerleader, Chris Gay and 2nd Amendment Armory thank you for standing beside me every step of the way.
To our Liquor Luggage of Cheer 🤩 sponsors Bernadette Pello and Robin Wallen Stone Thank you!
Thank you to my amazing friends and committee members Lynn Langowski Faith Moeller The Regent Dylan Chadwell Thank you to new found friends Michael Brand for your steadfast advice. Devin DuVernay for always showing up! Thank you John Plumstead East of Tampa for your spectacular social media. Photo credit LLOL Custom Photography
To our sponsors, friends, and supporters… there are truly too many to name without risking missing someone but please know every contribution mattered.
From the energy of our kickoff at Voodoo Brewing Co. - Valrico Florida Foam Factory - Florida’s Bubble, Foam and Snow Party Pros sponsored by Lynn Langowski and Carole Gill
To the fun and connection at Boulevard Supper Club 🥃 sponsored by @55 Rides DrTanya Lea
To the unforgettable experience at Legends Escape rooms🔐 sponsored by Robin Stone and Florida Trade Academy
To our grand finale at 1916 Irish Pub Brandon🎤 sponsored by Regalitea
…what a way to bring people together for a purpose bigger than ourselves.
And I know I’m sure I missed someone and I’m sorry… I Love You. Forgive me!
There is absolutely no way I can fully express the fullness in my heart how supported I feel, and how deeply impressed I am by this community’s generosity.
This is what it looks like when a community shows up.
Thank you. Truly. 🙏✨