Matthew Leider

Matthew Leider is an experienced professional in agricultural management and governance, currently serving as a Grower Services Associate at Setton Farms and Field Manager at Deer Creek Citrus LLC since March 2022. In addition to these roles, Matthew holds leadership positions as Director at Friant Water Authority and Chair of the Board of Directors at Teapot Dome Water District, both since 2016. Matthew is also a Board Member for Eastern Tule GSA and CALIFORNIA CITRUS MUTUAL, contributing to regional water management and agricultural interests since 2014 and 2018, respectively. Previously, Matthew was Vice President at Laux Management Inc. until August 2023, and served as a Field Representative for the California State Assembly from 2007 to 2009. Matthew earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from California State University, Chico, between 2005 and 2007.