Chris Messina is a tech entrepreneur and candidate running for Orange County, Florida Mayor in the November 2026 runoff election.
Residence: Winter Park, Florida.
Experience: Over 30 years in business as a medical technology entrepreneur and education philanthropist.
Education: MBA from Harvard Business School and a Master’s degree in City Planning from Rutgers University. 

2026 Mayoral Campaign
Primary Election: He finished second in the August 18, 2026, primary election with about 28% of the vote.
Runoff Election: He advanced to a November 3, 2026, runoff against Tiffany Moore Russell to succeed term-limited Mayor Jerry Demings.

Key Issues & Platform
Tax Relief: He aims to cut property taxes for primary homesteaded residences by up to a $250,000 exemption.
Government Spending: He plans to cut wasteful county spending identified in audits to save millions while fully funding public safety.
Economic Growth: He wants to turn Orange County into a national leader in space technology and high-tech jobs to diversify the local economy

 

Nick Balevich is head of the North Seminole Republican club:

Nick's contact info:

Nickb1968@yahoo.com

sunshinequality@yahoo.com

321-696-9490

Chris Messina is a tech entrepreneur and candidate running for Orange County, Florida Mayor in the November 2026 runoff election.
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2026 Mayoral Campaign
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Key Issues &amp; Platform
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Nick Balevich is head of the North Seminole Republican club:
Nick's contact info:
<a href="mailto:Nickb1968@yahoo.com">Nickb1968@yahoo.com</a>
sunshinequality@yahoo.com
321-696-9490