CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (July 22, 2025) - The Charlotte County Economic Development Office has awarded the Excellence in Business Award to Chris Lansdale, owner of Charlotte County Beef 'O' Brady and their team for their outstanding leadership, continued growth, and deep-rooted commitment to community service.
Presented by Charlotte County Economic Development Director Kay Tracy, the award honors Lansdale’s contribution to Charlotte County. Over the past decade, Lansdale has grown Beef 'O' Brady’s from a modest 3,000-square-foot pub into a 12,000-square-foot community hub. He opened a second location in Deep Creek in 2021, and a third is already underway. More than a restaurant, Beef 'O' Brady’s has become a trusted gathering place and community partner.
The team has contributed more than $160,000 to local causes, sponsoring everything from school fundraisers to youth sports, veterans’ groups, and local nonprofits. Their quiet motto is simple: If we can help, we will.
“Beef 'O' Brady’s has shown that business success and community success go hand in hand,” said Kay Tracy, Director of Economic Development. “They have built something lasting through relationships, trust, and heart.”
For information, contact Maria Vastola at 941-764-4942 or maria.vastola@charlottecountyfl.gov.
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