Shumaker Advisors Hired Corey Recvlohe as Vice President
The firm expanded its St. Petersburg office by appointing the former legislative aide to lead regional advocacy efforts.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in People
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Shumaker Advisors has appointed Corey Recvlohe as Vice President of its St. Petersburg office. Recvlohe joins the firm to provide clients with expertise in legislative advocacy, government procurement, and data privacy.
Why it matters
The hire is intended to bolster the firm's presence in Pinellas County and across Florida. By leveraging Recvlohe's background, the firm aims to better assist local governments and businesses in navigating complex state policy issues.
Recvlohe previously served as a Legislative Aide for Representative Adam Anderson during the 2025 and 2026 sessions. The firm maintains its operations in St. Petersburg following the office's establishment in 2024.
The players
Corey Recvlohe
He is a political science graduate from the University of British Columbia and the University of South Florida who previously worked as a legislative aide.
Shumaker Advisors
This firm provides government relations and public affairs consulting services across Florida.
Adam Anderson
He is a state representative who served as the Chair of the House Health Care Facilities and Systems Subcommittee.
The details
In this role, Recvlohe will assist cities, counties, and constitutional offices in securing state-level funding. His responsibilities include advising clients on public sector procurement and navigating the government process.
Timeline
Shumaker Advisors opened the St. Petersburg office in 2024.
Corey Recvlohe served as a legislative aide during the 2025 session.
Corey Recvlohe served as a legislative aide during the 2026 session.
The hiring of Recvlohe was announced on October 7, 2026.
Market Landscape
This move mirrors the broader industry trend of professional firms increasing their physical presence in local markets to capitalize on regional government spending. By securing talent with legislative experience, Shumaker Advisors positions itself to compete more aggressively for public sector contracts in Florida.
Local government entities and businesses in Pinellas County may see changes in how they access and advocate for state funding. The appointment suggests a more formalized approach to navigating legislative policy for the firm's clients in the region.
The takeaway
The appointment of a former aide highlights the increasing demand for specialized legislative expertise within private consulting firms. Clients in the region can now leverage this connection to navigate state-level policy and procurement hurdles more effectively.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government..
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