Hosted by: Holland Henderson Special guest: Chad McLeod

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Chad McLeod, a distinguished Lakeland City Commissioner, PR guru, and a proud University of Florida alumnus. Chad shares the captivating story of his career journey, reflecting on the pivotal roles that community involvement and family values have played in shaping his path.

As a devoted husband of 14 years and a father to three children, Chad delves into how his personal life enriches his professional endeavors and vice versa. He emphasizes the importance of community as a cornerstone of both personal fulfillment and professional success. Join us to hear Chad’s insightful perspectives on balancing life’s various roles while making a meaningful impact in the community.

In this episode we cover:

• Who is our guest (1:02)
• How Chad chose his career in Public Relations (3:04)
• Future Famers of America helped Chad sharpen his speech-writing skills (8:00)
• The journey of his run for Lakeland City Commission (10:52)
• The PR business our guest ran with his brother and how the industry has changed (13:16)
• Chad shares how he keeps balance in his life while wearing so many hats and working from home (22:12)
• Exciting things coming to the City of Lakeland (26:12)
• Why Community is key (25:00)
• Who does Chad see local economies feeding into the global economy (33:23)

Links From the Show:

Allen & Company
Mel Martinez
Future Famers of America
Public Relations

Books Mentioned in this Show:

Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln, by Doris Kearns Goodwin

Connect with:

Holland Henderson – Financial Advisor at Allen & Company
Allen & Company – Holland Henderson
LinkedIn – Holland Henderson

Chad McLeod – Lakeland City Commissioner, Principle, McLeod Communications
City of Lakeland – Chad McLeod
LinkedIn – Chad McLeod
McLeod Communications

The opinions voiced in this program are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult an appropriate qualified professional prior to making a decision.

Chad McLeod and McLeod Communications are not affiliated with LPL or Allen & Co.