Christopher G. Keim

Managing Partner, Frantz Ward LLP

Education: Juris doctor, Case Western Reserve University School of Law; bachelor’s degree, The Ohio State University

How I Approach My Day: I focus on people, priorities and making steady progress on the matters that have the greatest impact.

What Success Looks Like to Me: Success is building a strong, thriving law firm where our clients, attorneys and staff achieve their goals and grow together.

What I Look for in a Leader: A good leader should be honest, decisive, accountable and genuinely invested in the success of others.

Favorite Quote: “A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus, but a molder of consensus.” — Martin Luther King Jr.

My Leadership Style: People focused, approachable and grounded in honesty, transparency and direct communication

What Would Surprise Someone to Learn About Me: Despite having over 100 jury trials and hundreds of speeches, I still get nervous before I speak in public.

An Important Lesson I Learned: Do not tolerate toxic behavior at any level, because organizations are stronger and healthier when culture and values come first.