CHRISTOPHER L. CARMODY JR.

SHAREHOLDER/CHAIR OF ON-CAMPUS RECRUITING, GRAYROBINSON, ORLANDO

Chris Carmody, a seasoned government relations lawyer and lobbyist, has been with GrayRobinson for 19 years, leading civic engagement efforts and helping clients navigate Florida’s legislative and regulatory landscape while actively supporting economic development and community initiatives statewide. An avid runner, he serves on the board of the Track Shack Youth Foundation, a nonprofit that promotes health and fitness programs for youth in Central Florida.

EDUCATION: University of Florida (BA, JD)

FIRST JOB: Blockbuster Video customer service representative. … We were required to greet every customer with a “Hello, welcome to Blockbuster.” Make that connection. That stuck with me and has served me well in the legal profession, which is, after all, a service industry. I also became proficient at rewinding videos.

SOMETHING SURPRISING
“Many, many moons ago, I earned a black belt in karate. Not sure how I would do in a sparring match these days, but I still have a pretty good roundhouse.”