The Honorable Francis X. Kelly Jr.'s journey from the stoops of Brooklyn to a seat of power and influence in Baltimore is living proof that to win in business, in politics, and in life, you must first surrender.

"Frank Kelly has been a friend and mentor for years and he has been a driving force behind so many worthwhile and distinguished organizations. Surrender to Win is a tremendous book filled with wisdom, inspiration, and great stories. I am thrilled for my friend and I recommend this book highly." —Hall of Famer and baseball's all-time "Iron Man" Cal Ripken, Jr.

Frank Kelly's story of taking risks, solving problems, holding firm to convictions at a high personal cost, and unwavering faith in the face of adversity earned him a place in the inaugural class of The Baltimore Sun's Business and Civic Hall of Fame.

With five children and scant savings, Frank and his wife, Janet, started a health insurance brokerage in the basement of their home. Over the years, it grew it into one of the nation's largest providers of benefits administration and technology, broker and consulting services, and payroll solutions.

In 1978, Frank Kelly beat the odds to win election to the Maryland State Senate. It was the start of a public service career that included accomplishments such as expanding Baltimore's world-renowned Shock Trauma Center, building Oriole Park at Camden Yards, and turning a struggling hospital into the hub of the $5 billion University of Maryland Medical System.

Frank's Senate career was defined by bringing factions together and standing up for his convictions. One of those convictions—the sanctity of human life—led to his defeat.

Undaunted, Frank forged ahead and accomplished more in community service than he might have if he had remained in the Senate.

With Irish wit and bubbling enthusiasm, Frank tells the inside stories that answer the question, "How did you do it?"

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