Leadership
Three directors. One mission.
The Foundation for Government Legitimacy is governed by a three-member Board of Directors who serve three-year terms without compensation.
The board
The Board of Directors
Offices and legal names as recorded in the Foundation’s governing records; biographies as confirmed by the Foundation.
President (Board Chair) & CEO
Jeremy Smith
Legal name: Jeremiah Smith
Jeremy Smith founded FGL because he recognized that Americans weren't apathetic about democracy—they were disconnected from it. With expertise in constitutional law and political theory, he brings diverse leadership experience including nonprofit board service, entrepreneurial success in real estate, and a deep commitment to reconnecting citizens with their representatives.
Education B.A. Liberal Arts (Law & Society), Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College; J.D., Florida International University College of Law.
Treasurer
Christian Gerhardt
Legal name: Christian D. Gerhardt
Christian David Gerhardt serves as Treasurer, bringing experience in governance and financial stewardship from the aerospace and defense industry. As a Senior Manager of Quality Transformation, he leads enterprise initiatives focused on transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision-making. Former U.S. Air Force Technical Applications Specialist.
Education B.S. Physics, University of Central Florida.
Secretary
Herb Uzzi
Legal name: Herbert L. Uzzi
Managing Partner at Hightower, Stratton, Novigrod & Kantor, Herbert Uzzi serves as the guardian of institutional integrity for FGL. Recognized as a "Top Lawyer" by Palm Beach Illustrated (2020–2025) and honored in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®, Herb brings elite litigation experience and meticulous legal analysis to FGL's leadership.
Education B.A. Communications & Journalism; J.D., Nova Southeastern University (summa cum laude).
Governance
How the Foundation is governed
The Foundation has no corporate members. Its bylaws were adopted on January 15, 2026, together with a conflict of interest policy.
- Board of Directors:
- Three directors
- Corporate members:
- None
- Bylaws:
- Adopted January 15, 2026
- Conflict of interest:
- Policy adopted with the bylaws
- Director terms:
- Three years
- Compensation:
- None; directors serve unpaid