Tim Pawlenty, one of the leading voices in the Republican Party, was a two-term governor of Minnesota serving from 2003 until 2011, a candidate for the 2012 Republican nomination for President, and the co-chair of Mitt Romney for President. Tim was a solutions-oriented politician who was well-respected on both sides of the aisle. His education, healthcare, and energy initiatives were widely viewed as among the most innovative in the nation. Tim previously served as president and CEO of the Financial Services Roundtable, which represents leading financial service companies in protecting the security, integrity, and success of our nation\u2019s financial system. The author of the book, Courage to Stand, Pawlenty offers audiences candid and entertaining presentations on politics, the future of the GOP, the economy, and issues important to the financial services industry.<\/p>\n
\u201cThank you so much for coming to the first annual Celebration of Faithful Leadership event \u2026 It was wonderful to have you be a part of our very special night. You were a perfect keynote speaker and a wonderful role model for our students.” – University<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"