B. Thomas Golisano

Tom Golisano -  entrepreneur, philanthropist, civic leader & now Florida rancher - notably known as Chairman and Founder of Paychex, Inc., a national leader in the payroll and human resource industry, has recently acquired The Florida Carriage Museum Resort, a 400+ acre ranch in the heart of Florida's historic equestrian countryside.  Tom is currently embracing a new business plan for the resort with his acquisition team.

Consistently recognized for his achievements and endeavors by many organizations and national publications, Tom was listed among the Forbes' Top 10 Bosses in the U.S. for three consecutive years, beginning in 2002.  He has established headquarters on-site at The Grand Oaks for the National Public Vote Initiative, npvi.com, a nationwide ballot initiative focused on the methods we in the US employ to elect our president.

The Grand Oaks Resort, Home of the Florida Carriage Museum, is a premier vacation destination with over 400 acres of rolling hills blanketed with sweeping canopies of ancient Granddaddy Oaks and home to the world's largest private collection of antique carriages and equine artifacts.  Whether you envision an adventurous get-a-way immersed in equine activities,  igniting your competitive nature by honing your carriage driving skills, fly-fishing in our fully stocked waters, or a relaxing retreat, your visit at the Grand Oaks Resort can be anything your heart desires.

The Grand Oaks will offer the grace and elegance of traditional Southern hospitality by a resort staff fully prepared to accommodate every need. Celebrate life while exploring spectacular settings on horseback, enjoy romantic experiences upon one of our many world renowned antique horse drawn carriages and revel in the comfort of one of our 26 private country chateaus. Whatever you're looking for,  The Grand Oaks Resort is uniquely the ideal venue for equestrian, corporate and private events.