Robert J. Grammig
Partner, Chair & CEO-Elect, Holland & Knight, Tampa
Holland & Knight has about 4,125 lawyers and staff in 34 offices worldwide. It was founded in Tampa in 1889 and has been an integral part of the Florida business, legal and political scene since that time as well as a major force in charitable activities, including pro bono services. Grammig became chair and CEO in April and before that led or co-led the firm’s corporate/mergers & acquisitions and securities practice for 19 years.
EDUCATION: University of Pennsylvania (BA, MA), Harvard Law School (JD)
IF I WERE GOVERNOR: I would push for a constitutional amendment to increase the voting threshold to change the Florida Constitution to a two-thirds majority.
MOTIVATIONAL MANTRA: There is no easy way to achieve success. Objectives are generally achieved slowly after great effort, so consistent performance and calmness in the face of adversity are the keys to achieve success.
