Ronald A. Christaldi, Partner and President & CEO of Shumaker Advisors Florida, recognized as one of Tampa Bay's Most Respected CEOs.
Ron Christaldi Named One of Tampa Bay's Most Admired CEOs for 2025
Ronald A. Christaldi, President and CEO of Shumaker Advisors Florida, has been recognised as one of Tampa Bay's Most Admired CEOs for 2025 by the Tampa Bay Business Journal. This prestigious honour is bestowed upon leaders who are admired by their peers for their contributions to job growth, community leadership, innovation, and broad corporate success.
Christaldi, a five-time member of the Tampa Bay Power 100, is no stranger to leadership roles. He has a history of extensive service, including past positions as Chair of Leadership Florida and the Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce. His impressive resume also includes being one of Florida Trend's Top 100 Lawyers and a repeat honoree in Best Lawyers in America.
In addition to his role at Shumaker Advisors, Christaldi is a Partner at Shumaker. The firm, with a team of over 300 attorneys and advisors, is known for helping businesses move forward with confidence. Christaldi leads clients across the legal and governmental affairs landscapes, demonstrating his unique blend of legal insight, business strategy, and steady leadership.
Beyond his professional achievements, Christaldi is deeply involved in the Tampa Bay community. He serves as Chair of the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council, Chair of Moffitt Cancer Center's Hope Innovation District, and Vice Chair of New College of Florida. His commitment to the community is further evident in his roles with organisations such as The Spring of Tampa Bay, AMI Kids, the Business Committee for the Arts, and the City of Tampa's Cultural Assets Commission.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn described Christaldi as a "visionary, selfless, and relentlessly committed leader." This distinction, one of only 10 leaders to receive it, is a testament to Christaldi's impact on the region.
The full list of all 10 CEOs named Most Admired by the Tampa Bay Business Journal for 2025 has not been fully published yet. However, three honourees have been revealed: Greg Celestan, CEO of Celestar Corp., and Archie Collins, CEO of Tampa Electric, in addition to Christaldi. The honourees will be celebrated at an awards dinner on September 25, 2025.
For those interested in the complete list of all 10 names, the Tampa Bay Business Journal is expected to publish the full breakdown closer to or on the event date.
- Ron Christaldi's extensive leadership in the business sector, evident in his roles at Shumaker Advisors Florida, Shumaker, and various community organizations, has earned him a place among Tampa Bay's Most Admired CEOs for 2025, acknowledging his contributions to job growth, innovation, and broad corporate success.
- As a Partner at Shumaker and leader of clients across legal and governmental affairs landscapes, Ron Christaldi demonstrates a unique blend of legal insight, business strategy, and steadfast leadership, further solidifying his reputation in finance and business circles.
