Tampa Bay Titan 100 for 2025 includes Ronald A. Christaldi from Shumaker
Ronald A. Christaldi Recognized as Tampa Bay Titan 100 Honoree
Ronald A. Christaldi, CEO and Florida business attorney at Shumaker Loop & Kendrick, LLP, has been named a Tampa Bay Titan 100 honoree for 2025. This prestigious recognition honours influential and impactful leaders within the Tampa Bay region who have made significant contributions to their industries and communities.
As the CEO of Shumaker, Christaldi has demonstrated leadership in expanding the firm's presence and strengthening its client service reputation across Florida. His role involves not just practicing law but also steering the firm's strategic growth and operational excellence.
Christaldi's expertise lies primarily in business, real estate, construction, and corporate law. He is known for his legal acumen, business insight, and steady leadership, guiding clients through complex transactions, litigation, and business strategy development.
Beyond his legal practice, Christaldi has also made a significant impact in the community. He has held leadership roles with various organisations, including the Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Florida, as well as The Spring of Tampa Bay, AMI Kids, the Business Committee for the Arts, and the City of Tampa's Cultural Assets Commission.
Christaldi is also the Chair of the Tampa Museum of Art, the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council, Moffitt Cancer Center's Hope Innovation District, and the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council. His influence has earned him national and regional acclaim, including recognition as one of the Nation's 100 Most Influential Attorneys by The Business Journals.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn described Christaldi as a leader who leads with both heart and strategy, shaping Tampa Bay's business and civic landscape. The 2025 Tampa Bay Titan 100 honorees, including Christaldi, will be celebrated at a gala later this year.
In addition to his professional achievements, Christaldi is also a founding board member of the African American Arts and Cultural Center. This further demonstrates his commitment to the community and his dedication to making a positive impact in Tampa Bay.
With a team of over 300 attorneys and advisors at Shumaker, Christaldi leads a dual practice, focusing on sophisticated business transactions and multifaceted litigation. His extensive experience and leadership have made him a trusted advisor for CEOs, boards, and entrepreneurs, guiding them through complex challenges and transformative opportunities.
Christaldi's recognition as a Tampa Bay Titan 100 honoree is a testament to his professional excellence, leadership capabilities, and his role in advancing both his firm and the broader business community in Florida.
- Ronald A. Christaldi's leadership role at Shumaker Loop & Kendrick, LLP, where he steers the firm's strategic growth and operational excellence, demonstrates his expertise in business.
- Beyond his legal practice, Christaldi's role as the Chair of the Tampa Museum of Art, Tampa Bay Economic Development Council, Moffitt Cancer Center's Hope Innovation District, and the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council showcases his impactful leadership in various business-related endeavors.
