Brian D. Ballard
Brian D. Ballard | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1961 or 1962 (age 62–63)[1] |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | University of Florida |
| Occupation | Lobbyist |
| Known for | founder of Ballard Partners |
| Spouse | Kathryn |
Brian D. Ballard (born 1961 or 1962) is an American lobbyist and founder of lobbying firm Ballard Partners, based in Tallahassee, Florida.
Ballard earned a bachelor's degree in business administration and a juris doctor degree, both from the University of Florida.[2]
Ballard was chair of the Florida Finance Committee for Republican presidential nominees John McCain in 2008, Mitt Romney in 2012 and Donald Trump in 2016.[2]
Ballard and his wife Kathryn, a Florida State University (FSU) alumnus, gave FSU a building in Tallahassee valued at $1.1 million, that will be home to the Jim Moran School of Entrepreneurship.[3]
References
- ^ Wilson, Rachel (July 5, 2017). "Florida lobbyist turning Trump ties into mega-millions". Center for Public Integrity.
- ^ a b "Brian D. Ballard". Ballard Partners. Retrieved January 31, 2025.
- ^ "Brian and Kathryn Ballard Donate Building to House Entrepreneurship School | University Advancement". advance.fsu.edu. Retrieved January 31, 2025.