Yadley, Gregory C., Taking Center Stage at the 2025 Synapse Summit
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TAMPA, FL - Shumaker's Partner Gregory C. Yadley graced a panel discussion titled "Creative Philanthropic Solutions for Entrepreneurs: Building a Legacy Beyond Profits" at the 2025 Synapse Summit, held at Raymond James Stadium on March 25th.
The event, which brings together innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders who shape Florida's innovation ecosystem, showcases six dynamic pillars of innovation, highlighting the impact of companies, startups, and communities in driving regional growth.
During the panel, Yadley shared insights on incorporating philanthropy into pre-sale planning and handling philanthropic matters post-sale. He emphasized the importance of philanthropy in setting a good example and demonstrating a business' values and commitment. Joining him were panelists Clare Golla from Bernstein, Laura Sherman of the Baldwin Group, and Laurie Valentine from the Community Foundation Tampa Bay.
Commenting on the experience, Yadley stated, "I was honored to speak at this panel alongside such esteemed business professionals. Philanthropy is a cornerstone of my personal and professional practice, and I am honored to help entrepreneurs incorporate philanthropy as part of their long-term business plans."
Yadley, with over 40 years of practice, works across a broad range of industries, handling complex transactions of all sizes. He represents various business entities, including closely held and family businesses, large and small public companies, and nonprofit entities. His experience includes advising clients regarding private and public offerings of securities, as well as their ongoing disclosure obligations.
Founded in 1925, Shumaker is a premier legal and legislative solutions provider, focused on making a positive difference for its clients and the communities it serves. The firm boasts a team of over 300 lawyers and advisors.
While the panel's direct transcript or summary of Yadley's remarks wasn't available at the time of writing, the broader discussions at the Synapse Summit suggest the focus on creative philanthropic solutions for entrepreneurs revolves around integrating social good into business, leveraging technology, and fostering collaborative, community-driven efforts.
- Gregory C. Yadley, an entrepreneurial-minded lawyer with over 40 years of experience, emphasized the significance of incorporating philanthropy into long-term business plans during the "Creative Philanthropic Solutions for Entrepreneurs" panel at the 2025 Synapse Summit, where he highlighted the potential for businesses to combine their financial prowess with social responsibility.
- At the Synapse Summit, a gathering promoting Florida's innovation ecosystem, Yadley, a partner at Shumaker, underscored the importance of philanthropy as a means to demonstrating a business's values and commitment, as well as setting an example for other entrepreneurs to follow in integrating philanthropic practices into their businesses, thereby contributing to a better and more positive world.
