Keim, Christopher

What Guides My Decision Making: A commitment to do the right thing, even when it’s hard

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

First Thing I Do When I Start My Day: A few moments of gratitude before exercise

Most Important Leadership Quality: A combination of empathy, integrity and communication

Proudest Moment: Being elected the first-ever managing partner of a law firm known for having a great culture

My Very First Job and What I Learned From It: I did yard work at an hourly rate of $2.30 for a 90-year-old woman who lived through the Great Depression. She was tougher than me and taught me the value of hard work.

Where I Will Be In 10 Years: Watching the next generation of Frantz Ward run the firm!