The FLVCS March 2026 meeting will feature a 2026 Candidate Forum with Matthew Montavon and Allen Spence. Both are running for Florida Congressional District 17. 

How to attend
Join us the the Unity of Sarasota Church. Meeting details are below. If you can not attend in person, then please join us on Zoom. You must register to attend the Zoom webinar. Don’t delay. Please invite your family and friends to the 2026 FLVCS March meeting.

The meeting will be held at

Unity of Sarasota Church
3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231
7:00 PM ET – 8:00 PM ET

Bio for Matthew Montavon

Matthew spent two years in the Peace Corps supporting rural agricultural communities in Central America. Provided critical support to migrant farm workers through the Illinois Migrant Council.

Six years working with regional planning councils in Martinsburg, WV and Lynchburg, VA, as well as the National Association of Regional Councils and the Government Finance Officers Association Research Center.

27 years with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization supporting programs and activities fighting hunger and improving food systems worldwide.

Authored multiple publications and studies for improving public policy and services

Extensive experience navigating local, state, and

federal government interactions

Years of urban and regional planning expertise working across West Virginia, Virginia and Washington, D.C.

Authored comprehensive fiscal studies and plans for community development, block grant applications, and business directories.

Learn more about Matthew.

Bio for Allen Spence

For over 20 years, I’ve worked in broker-dealer operations, most recently at multiple nationally recognized financial technology firms. I’ve overseen how trades are executed, ensured regulatory compliance, and fought for transparency in financial markets.

Unlike our current Congressman, who won’t even hold town halls to listen to his constituents, I believe accountability starts with showing up and listening to the problems of the citizens of Southwest Florida.

I’m a Scouting America leader, a proud Floridian, and a dad to an amazing teenage son. My wife and I built our life here in Southwest Florida, and, like many families, we’re concerned about rising costs, political dysfunction, and leaders more focused on headlines than results.

Learn more about Allen.

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