Drew Wilson

Florencia, Gainesville, Orlando, Tallahassee

VP @Fla_Pol. Former @FloridaMuseum, @UFHealth, @UFCST, @UF_IFAS, @Lobbytools, @THR, @TheAlligator. @UFJSchool alum🐊! I 💕 cats, tats and useless facts.

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Personnel note: Capital City Consulting adds Jose Espinoza to Miami team

6 days ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

A seasoned government professional, Espinoza most recently served as chief policy advisor to Miami-Dade County Commissioner and immediate past Chairman of the County Commission Oliver Gilbert III, where he led the Commissioner’s legislative strategy and public policy initiatives. “Jose was an invaluable member of my team and someone I trusted to carry the weight of complex issues and lead with integrity,” said Gilbert.
Personnel note: Cy Flanagan, Brandi Gunder join Florida TaxWatch

1 week ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

Cy Flanagan and Brandi Gunder are joining the ranks at Florida TaxWatch. Flanagan brings more than a decade of experience in membership development, stakeholder engagement and strategic relationship management to the government watchdog, most recently as Membership Director for the Capital City Chamber of Commerce. At FTW, Flanagan will serve as Director of Membership and Engagement.
Personnel note: Arrow Group adds Glen Gilzean as Senior Adviser

1 week ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

Arrow Group is expanding its practice with the addition of Glen Gilzean, who will take on the title of senior adviser. “I’m excited to join Arrow Group and help further their mission of redefining government affairs consulting,” Gilzean said.
Personnel note: Steve Bovo joins Corcoran Partners

1 week ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

Corcoran Partners announced that former Hialeah Mayor Esteban “Steve” Bovo Jr., has joined the firm. The move follows a distinguished public service career which saw Bovo serve as Mayor of Hialeah, Chair of the Miami-Dade County Commission, Chair of the Miami Dade Transportation Planning Organization (TPO), President of the Hialeah City Council and as a state Representative. “We are excited to have Steve joining our firm family,” said firm founder and CEO Michael Corcoran.
Santa Ono named sole finalist for UF President

1 week ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

University of Michigan President Santa J. Ono has emerged as the lone finalist to lead the state’s flagship university. The University of Florida Presidential Search Committee announced Sunday that it “has unanimously and enthusiastically recommended” Ono be considered as the sole finalist by the UF Board of Trustees.
Moore rises in latest O’Dwyer’s ‘Top PR Firms’ rankings

1 week ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

Moore is once again one of the top public relations firms in Florida and nationwide, according to O’Dwyer’s PR News’ 2025 “Top PR Firms” list. The magazine ranked the Tallahassee-based firm No. 1 among Public Affairs Agencies based in Florida, and No. 5 for in the same category nationally. Moore also took No. 1 in the Agriculture, Education and Healthcare categories in Florida and the Southeast region.
Personnel note: Elaine Brown joins Avail Strategies as Principal

2 weeks ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

Avail Strategies is expanding its foothold in Northeast Florida with the addition of former Neptune BeachMayor Elaine Brown. Brown joins the Tallahassee-based government affairs and strategic consulting firm as Principal. Brown brings more than three decades of government leadership and strategic engagement to the firm. Brown brings a powerful blend of public sector leadership and deep policy insight to Avail’s growing portfolio of clients.
Personnel note: Angel Colón-Rivera joins Becker’s D.C. team

2 weeks ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

Law and lobbying firm Becker is bringing on Angel W. Colón-Rivera as a Senior Government Relations Adviser in its Washington office. “I’m thrilled to be a part of Becker’s bipartisan team that felt like family from day one,” Colón-Rivera said. “It’s clear to me that the mission-driven practice gets results because at their core, they operate as a cohesive group.
Top congressional Republicans line up behind Byron Donalds

2 weeks ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

More top-ranking Republicans are jumping on the Donalds 2026 bandwagon. U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds’ campaign for Governor has secured endorsements from House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, House Republican Leadership Chairwoman Elise Stefanik, Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain and House Majority Whip Tom Emmer. “I am proud to endorse Byron Donalds for Governor of Florida.
Personnel note: Thomasina Moore joins Shutts & Bowen

2 weeks ago | floridapolitics.com | Drew Wilson

Thomasina F. Moore has joined the Shutts & Bowen’s Tallahassee office as a partner in the Appellate Practice Group. Board certified in both Appellate Practice and Juvenile Law by The Florida Bar, Moore brings decades of litigation experience representing private and government clients in appellate, labor and employment, governmental and constitutional matters.