We couldn't be more honored to welcome Amy Trask -- the "Princess of Darkness" and first woman to ever be named CEO of an NFL franchise -- to the show. You’re going to love hearing her stories about her time at Cal, what she really feels about the other schools that blew up the Pac-12, Marshawn Lynch, how another famous Cal grad gave her the "Princess of Darkness" nickname, and her thoughts on how to be successful in whatever career path you choose to follow.
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Summary
In this engaging conversation, Amy Trask, the first female CEO of an NFL franchise, shares her journey from UC Berkeley to the Oakland Raiders. She discusses her love for football, the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated industry, and the importance of hard work and integrity. Trask emphasizes the need for civil discourse in today's society and expresses her hopes for the future of Cal football amidst conference realignment. The episode concludes with her endorsement of Marshawn Lynch for governor and a reflection on her experiences at Cal.
Takeaways
Amy Trask is a trailblazer in the NFL as the first female CEO.
Her journey began at UC Berkeley, where she developed a love for football.
Trask emphasizes the importance of hard work and integrity in any career.
She had Al Davis' support.
Civil discourse is crucial in today's society, and we can disagree without being mean.
Trask encourages young professionals to get their foot in the door and work hard.
She hopes for Cal and Stanford to remain united amidst conference realignment.
Marshawn Lynch would make a great governor of California.
Trask's experiences at Cal shaped her views on diversity and inclusion.
The importance of being true to oneself is a lesson she learned from her mother.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to a Trailblazer
06:13 Amy's Journey to Cal and Early Influences
09:10 The Impact of Cal on Amy's Life
12:07 Becoming a Football Fan and Raider Enthusiast
15:04 Memorable Stories from the Raiders
17:24 Leadership Lessons from Al Davis
20:23 Navigating Challenges as a Female Executive
22:53 Advice for Aspiring Professionals
26:05 The Significance of Hard Work
28:58 The Legacy of the Raiders and Amy's Role
32:22 Embracing the Princess of Darkness
33:34 Leadership Beyond Gender
35:40 Mistakes as Learning Opportunities
38:05 Thoughts on Cal Football
42:23 Marshawn Lynch for Governor
44:41 Bear Territory Moments
