Veteran Advocacy Consultant and Political Strategist Justin Hollis Joins Weatherford Capital

The following is a copy of an article published on GlobeNewswire on June 6, 2024. The full article can be found here.

Tampa, FL – January 6, 2024 – Weatherford Capital, a Florida-based, family-owned private investment firm, welcomes veteran advocacy consultant and business development strategist Justin Hollis to the firm as vice president of growth and partnerships. Hollis brings extensive experience in strategic leadership and navigating complex regulatory and legislative environments. 

“Justin’s exceptional leadership, keen understanding of policy, and unwavering commitment to excellence align with our mission,” said Will Weatherford, co-founder and managing partner of Weatherford Capital. “As our portfolio companies continue to grow and transform industries, Justin will play an integral role in advancing that growth with his experience and relationships.” 

Prior to joining Weatherford Capital, Hollis was a partner at The Southern Group, the leading government relations firm in the Southeast, where he forged relationships between private investment firms and elected officials. He also served as executive director of the Beer Industry of Florida, advocating on behalf of the largest distributors that make up one of the most complex regulated industries in Florida. 

“I am thrilled to embark on this exciting new opportunity with the exceptional team at Weatherford Capital,” said Hollis. “Their investments are propelling some of the nation’s greatest innovations forward and yielding strong returns for their investors. With my experience in leadership, policy, and business development, I aim to advance those initiatives further.”

Hollis will be based in the Tampa office of Weatherford Capital. He and his wife, Rachel, and their two children reside in Lakeland.