Gentry Locke Partner Michael V. Moro, II Selected to the CIVIC Leadership Institute’s Executive Program Class of 2026
NORFOLK, Va. (August 12, 2025) – The Virginia law firm Gentry Locke is proud to announce that Michael V. Moro, II has been selected as a member of the CIVIC Leadership Institute’s Executive Program for the Class of 2026 – a prestigious cohort of executive leaders chosen to participate in a transformative experience aimed at strengthening regional collaboration and driving impactful change.
The CIVIC Executive Program brings together top leaders and visionaries from across Hampton Roads, representing a wide range of industries including business, healthcare, education, military, and non-profit sectors. This year’s class reflects the diversity and innovation that define the region.
CIVIC Leadership Institute’s mission is to connect and empower leaders from all backgrounds, providing them with the tools and network to address regional challenges through collaboration and forward-thinking solutions.
Moro is a partner in the firm’s General Commercial Practice Group. He advises business owners and business organizations on matters concerning mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, corporate finance, and all manner of commercial transactions. He assists clients in connection with the preparation of governing documents, shareholder agreements, and operating agreements. He negotiates commercial contracts, including software license agreements and cloud computing agreements, handles all aspects of mergers and acquisitions transactions, and advises clients in connection with the negotiation of commercial lease agreements.
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