Episode # 17 … Scott Stricklin, Director of Athletics, University of Florida
Today’s guest is Mr. Scott Stricklin. Scott serves as the Director of Athletics at the University of Florida in Gainesville Florida. Scott is a strong leader with tremendous experience who shares the University of Florida’s most treasured values, from the success and well-being of their student athletes to excellence across the expanse of both men’s and women’s sports. A forward-thinking national and regional leader in the field of athletics administration, Stricklin serves as chair of the SEC's Working Group on Fan Experience and has served as the SEC's representative on the NCAA Division I Leadership Council. Stricklin is also known for his accessibility and interaction with fans on social media. Stricklin has earned praise for his performance, earning the 2015-16 Athletic Director of the Year Award from the National Association of College Directors of Athletics, which highlights the efforts of athletic directors at all levels.
1:32- Introduction
4:35- What was High School athletics like for you?
7:48- Following an Uber Successful Leader
10:17- Creating a Staff of Senior Leaders
12:30- Recognized by ADU as 2nd highest collegiate AD in terms of impact
15:02- How to know when its time to change positions
18:34- Best Thing about being AD at Florida
20:43- Doing ‘In Person’ vs other forms of Communication
22:25- New Habits during the Covid quarantine
23:50- Importance of serving outside of your own organization 25:41- Implementing the What Drives Winning program
28:20- Value of having Professional Speakers for your coaches & staff
30:18- Fundraising: a wide range of giving options
33:27- Recognizing and Involving up-and-coming leader
40:48- Learning and Maturing as a student assistant under legendary baseball coach, Ron Polk
46:06- Understanding your Brand and how to promote it
49:49- Strategies from chairing the SEC working group on Fan Experience
51:40- Connecting Dodger Stadium, Google, and the future of Florida facilities
54:51- 2-Minute Drill
Book Mentions: Team of Rivals (Doris Kearns Goodwin) The Splendid and the Vile (Erik Larson
You can follow Scott Stricklin on social media Twitter: @ScottStricklin Instagram: @Scottstricklin
Find out more about Mr. Scott Stricklin and the University of Florida Athletics at: Florida Gators Athletics
About Hangin With The AD Podcast….
Hangin with the AD is an interview style podcast where Don Baker, Cobb County School District Director of Athletics, partners with Josh Mathews, Pope High School (GA) Athletic Director, to discuss hot topics and lessons learned with leaders in the world of athletics. These leaders include high school athletic directors at the district and local school levels; college athletic administrators; leaders in spaces that connect to athletics such as nutrition, wellness, recruiting, student-athlete recognition; current and former athletes; and others, who can help athletic administrators develop themselves and their programs for a better daily experience for their athletic communities.
