• The power of connections — and wearing a sharp tie with Shumaker Advisors CEO Ron Christaldi

  • Nov 7 2024
  • Length: 30 mins
  • Podcast

The power of connections — and wearing a sharp tie with Shumaker Advisors CEO Ron Christaldi

  • Summary

  • Ron has been a prominent business and health care attorney in Tampa and Florida for more than two decades. He currently oversees Shumaker Advisors, a public policy firm that works with clients in Florida, as well as nationally and globally, on a host of regulatory and government issues. Ron is also known across Tampa Bay and Florida for his diverse civic leadership; he’s currently chair of the Tampa Economic Development Council and has top roles on myriad other boards, including Leadership Florida.

    Business Observer Managing Editor Mark Gordon and Ron talked about his leadership mindset, and how it starts with integrity and honesty, revolving around problem-solving. They talked about how he knew he wanted to be an attorney — it dates back to a big win in fifth grade in New Jersey. And they talked about how Ron chooses the groups he volunteers his time with. Also, listen for the why behind Ron’s passion for a sharp necktie.

    3 Takeaways:

    1. (01:50) We all have a responsibility to lift up our community
    2. (17:00) Understand the power of delegation and be self aware of your limitations
    3. (19:35) If you find yourself doing everything, you will get nothing done

    Timestamps:

    (00:00) This episode is sponsored by Kerkering Barberio!

    (00:25) Introducing Ron Christaldi, President and CEO of Shumaker Advisors, plus a lot more

    (04:20) What does Shumaker Advisors do? Plus his first experience changing a law

    (10:00) The importance of connecting people

    (13:00) First interest in becoming a lawyer

    (16:05) Leading other lawyers

    (20:14) Characteristics of upcoming leaders

    (23:40) Shumaker Advisors in 2025

    (26:05) Rapid fire questions

    Join us every week as we interview business leaders to learn what makes them great, what they look for in growing leaders, and much more.

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