Area Council - West Seminole 2026-2027

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Udgit Mehta, MBA, is a financial strategist and entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience helping families and professionals build smarter financial habits and multiple streams of income. Through his company, Finance Fitness, he helps clients eliminate debt, establish tax-advantaged retirement and estate-planning strategies, and protect what matters most. He also mentors small-business owners in launching and growing profitable enterprises, with a mission of helping people achieve “finance fitness”—a balanced, confident financial life.

I am a proud Central Florida resident of over 35 years and a devoted mortgage advisor since 1994. Having joined The Mortgage Firm in 2009, a trusted local direct lender offering a diverse range of loan options, I am committed to assisting clients in managing debt and achieving real estate wealth. Whether it's helping first-time homebuyers, facilitating moves to larger homes, or aiding in property investments, I specialize in tailoring solutions for various housing needs. Married to my high school sweetheart, I've built my business through strategic partnerships and a client-centric approach. My dedication extends to serving multiple generations, ensuring personalized and comprehensive mortgage advice for all. I’m a recipient of the 5-Star Client Satisfaction Award for the last 11 years. I look forward to contributing to the growth and prosperity of our community through my expertise and commitment to exceptional service.

I'm a proud mom of four children and a wife to a fabulous man.  Family is the heart of my life, and I cherish every moment we spend together - whether its a quiet evening at home, or going to the beach, or enjoying a day on the water.  I also love to read and you can find me either curled up with a great book or listening to one.  I love making moments with my family.  My values are deeply rooted in love, connection and gratitude, and I carry those values with me in everything I do.

Karen is the Director of Business for The Orlando Law Group and has been doing business development and connecting business for the past 10 years. She is a former board member for the Seminole County and Apopka Chambers. Karen is an advocate in the fight against Human Trafficking and volunteers as an ambassador for 3 non profits. She was awarded "Volunteer of the Year" by the Orlando Main Streets Gateway District in 2017 as a result of a hotel security presentation she gave on Human Trafficking which resulted in the rescue of a trafficking victim and arrest of the trafficker at a hotel near the Orlando International Airport.

Karen enjoys everything outdoors, especially motorcycle riding (Wind Therapy). She has two daughters, Kalee who is married with Karen's 1st grandchild, a sassy little princess, Marlee, and her other daughter, Darbee, a NICU nurse at Winnie Palmer Hospital who is married with a new grandson, Brenno in 2025.