2026-2027 President-Elect Candidate
Scott Alpizar*
"I’ve been actively involved with the Brevard County Bar Association since my first year of practicing law. Through it, I have gotten to know many friends, colleagues, Judges, and other professionals that I probably would not have otherwise met. I’ve truly enjoyed my time serving on the board and look forward to continuing that service in the years to come."
2026-2027 Treasurer Candidates
David Reimel*
"I am running for Treasurer of the Brevard County Bar Association because I look forward to continue serving our legal community and, as a former Personal Banker at Fairwinds Credit Union, Bank of America, and Public Service Credit Union, my strengths lie in the financial sector. As Treasurer, I will work closely with our Executive Director and incoming President to ensure that your annual dues are being used in a manner that best serves the Lawyers and Judges in this County. Moreover, I will ensure that our funds are being properly invested and diversified to ensure that the Brevard County Bar Association is in good financial standing for years to come. I have loved serving the BCBA for the past two (2) years and attending all of the events put on by the BCBA as Director, and I look forward to continue to serve all of you in a greater capacity."
Alexa Moia*
2026-2027 Secretary Candidate
Sara Flenniken*
"When I moved to Brevard County, I joined the BCBA to get to know the legal community. I was relieved by how welcomed I felt so quickly, but more so, I was impressed by the connections and the friendships I made through my involvement with the BCBA. I first ran for the board with the goal of creating that same welcoming environment for others, and I have continued to serve on the board for the last four years to that end."
2026-2027 Director Candidates
Karen Montas*
"I have enjoyed my time working with the Bar association and having the opportunity to impact and give input on the services we are an organization provide my colleagues."
Maddison Cacciatore-Straus*
"Serving on the Board of Directors for the Brevard County Bar Association this past year has been an incredibly rewarding experience, and I would be honored to continue serving for another term. Over the past year, I was proud to help plan and execute the Spring CLE, while also contributing to the important work the BCBA does to support attorneys throughout Brevard County. Through this service, I have seen firsthand the programs, professionalism, and collegiality that make our Bar Association such a valuable resource for the local legal community, and I am hopeful for the opportunity to continue being a part of that mission."
Paul Wight
"Brevard County has been my home for nearly 20 years. It is where I chose to plant my roots, establish my legal career, and build my practice. Over the two decades spent serving this community, I have had the unique privilege of practicing on both sides of the aisle, gaining invaluable experience in both criminal law and civil litigation. Today, as a partner at a well-established local firm, I am deeply invested in the health and success of our legal community. My broad professional background gives me a well-rounded perspective on the diverse needs of our membership. If elected to the Board, my primary goal will be to foster collaboration and work closely with leadership to make our local bar association even more accessible and accommodating to all members. I want to ensure our association serves as a robust resource, a supportive network, and an advocate for every attorney practicing in the Space Coast region. I would be honored to bring my experience, local dedication, and collaborative spirit to the Board of Directors."
Dayna Rivera
"I am asking to be placed on the ballot for a Director position as I am excited to continue the mission of the board of the Brevard County Bar Association in creating a bar association that provides meaningful programming, networking, learning, and serving opportunities for the community and its lawyers. I look forward to bringing new ideas to continue to achieve those goals and support our board with energy and zeal."
Alyson Kendust
"I would like to be on the BCBA Board for a variety of reasons. Lowndes recently acquired RosswaySwan and is growing our presence on the East Coast significantly. Having a presence on the Board will help grow our firm’s presence in Brevard amongst the legal community, as well as the charitable organizations BCBA supports. Further, I am on the Planned Giving Advisory Council for the Brevard Zoo and Bowen Aquarium and think a tie between the two organizations would strengthen BCBA’s integration to growth in our county as well as foster long-term connections, personal and business, for BCBA and all those involved at the Zoo and Aquarium. Lastly, I would like to bring a private wealth and hospitality presence to the BCBA Board. I think having input and expertise from a larger variety of practice areas will help round-out the Board and serve BCBA better in general."
Katie Rallo*
"I have been a Board Member with BCBA since 2022 and I love the work we do. I am on several committees and I enjoy the events and community involvement that BCBA provides. I want to continue my work with the Board making BCBA fun, engaging and helpful to all of our members."
Suzi Bentley*
“Serving as BCBA President this year has only deepened how much this organization means to me. Over the past six years, serving on the BCBA board has been incredibly meaningful – not only professionally, but personally through the friendships and sense of community I’ve found here. The BCBA truly feels like home to me, and while my term may be ending, I’m not quite ready to step away. I would be honored to continue serving as a director and bringing the same enthusiasm, ideas, and dedication to the board.”
Geoff Golub*
"I would like to be on the board to continue writing Legally Bald and to continue to play an active role in the Legal Community of Brevard County."
Jessica Lynn Silva
"I am interested in serving on the Board of Directors for the Brevard County Bar Association because I value the important role the organization plays in supporting attorneys, fostering professionalism, and strengthening connections within our legal community. As an estate planning and probate attorney, mediator, business owner, and long-time member of the Brevard legal community, I believe I can bring both leadership experience and a collaborative mindset to help support the Association’s growth and impact. I am especially passionate about mentorship, community engagement, attorney wellness, and creating meaningful opportunities for education, networking, and professional development for both newer and experienced attorneys."
Taylor McDermid
"I am seeking a position on the BCBA Board because I am passionate about serving the legal community in Brevard County and continuing to strengthen connections among attorneys and judges. Over the past four years serving on the Young Lawyers Division Board, including currently serving as President, I have enjoyed creating meaningful programming, encouraging professionalism, and increasing involvement within our local bar. I would be honored to bring that same dedication, leadership, and collaborative approach to the BCBA Board."
Liz Gammon
"I'm interested in being a Director for the Brevard County Bar Association because I attend many of the events held by the organization and would like to become more involved in planning the events. I also am not originally from Florida and would like to get know more Bar members. I have been an attorney here in Brevard for 7 years and an attorney in Boston since 1998."