Massey Services becomes lead sponsor in Orlando's Public Leadership Institute

The Orlando Economic Partnership has made Massey Services the new lead sponsor and supporter of the Partnership’s Public Leadership Institute, a nonpartisan leadership development program designed to cultivate the next generation of civic, business, and nonprofit leaders shaping Central Florida’s future.

Forty-four leaders completed the current program, which started in October. Through immersive learning and direct engagement with policymakers and subject-matter experts, participants gain a deeper understanding of how local decisions impact economic growth, workforce development, housing, transportation and quality of life.

“We are proud to partner with the Orlando Economic Partnership and their Public Leadership Institute, which will help build strong leadership for the future of our city,” says Tony Massey, president and CEO of Massey Services. “Orlando is projected to continue to experience significant growth, and we need to have exceptional leaders with forward-thinking vision that are able to guide thoughtful, data-driven decisions for our community.”

The program includes two distinct tracks:

• Political Leadership Track – Designed for aspiring elected leaders who are exploring candidacy for public office within the next five years.
• Civic Leadership Track – A new pathway for leaders who want to influence public policy as advocates, board members, or community connectors without pursuing office.

“Developing strong, informed, and collaborative leaders is essential to delivering on Orlando’s long-term success,” says Tim Giuliani, president and CEO of the Orlando Economic Partnership. “The Public Leadership Institute is a cornerstone of our efforts to build civic alignment and equip leaders with the tools to address complex regional challenges. We are grateful to Massey Services for stepping forward as lead sponsor and investing in the leadership capacity that will help drive Orlando’s future.”

Support from Massey Services advances OEP’s broader Orlando Vision 2045, the region’s long-term framework focused on achieving status as a top 10 innovation hub, building a region of 15-minute cities through smart transportation investment, and strengthening downtown as one of the best in the nation.

“Our company has been headquartered in Orlando since 1985, and my father, Harvey L. Massey, understood that great cities are built when businesses support the communities they serve,” Massey adds. “Our family continues to give back to the Orlando community and in 2014, we created the Harvey and Carol Massey Foundation to help further our mission of community service. It’s important for all of us to create lasting economic and community benefits that will serve our region for future generations."