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Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 117: Jennifer Baker - Associate Vice Provost and Director of Athletics & Recreation - Johns Hopkins University - Baltimore, MDThere is a saying that if you are the smartest person in the room…you need to find another room. Well, we found a much smarter room today as we sit down with Jennifer Baker who serves as the Associate Vice Provost and Director of Athletics & Recreation at Johns Hopkins University. A military veteran, Jennifer speaks to how her service has benefitted her in her role as well as other leadership lesson she has learned along the way. Let’s settle in and get to know Jennifer Baker.2024-06-2058 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 89: Jimmy Dykes - Basketball Analyst for ESPN, Author, Speaker - Fayetteville, ARToday we have the pleasure of learning from a name you may recognize most from tuning into a college basketball broadcast on ESPN as we sit down with broadcaster and author Jimmy Dykes. We break down his book “The Film Doesn’t Lie” and talk about the intersection of athletics, leadership, and faith and how best to navigate each one. Let’s settle in and get to know Coach Jimmy Dykes. Topics Discussed with Coach Dykes:Guarding our hearts by Listening to TruthObserving PracticeThe process of changing loses to wins and preventing wins from becoming loses"It's hard...2023-05-2535 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 79: Dr. Mike Blackburn, CMAA - Executive Director - NIAAA, Indianapolis, INEpisode # 79: Dr. Mike Blackburn, Retiring Executive Director NIAAAToday’s guest needs no introduction. Dr. Mike Blackburn, CMAA is the outgoing Executive Director of the NIAAA and today we talk legacy with this great leader who has invested over 50 years in education-based athletics. Dr. Blackburn has seen the NIAAA from its creation to a organization made up of over 14,000 members and a 2022 conference that saw almost 3,000 athletic administrators from across the country come together at the NADC in Nashville. So much of the blueprint of the NIAAA and the profession we all...2023-01-1955 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 75: The Pairadocs - Danielle LaPoint, Ed.D. & Dustin Smith, Ed.D.Episode # 75: Pairadocs: Dustin Smith and Danielle LaPointToday we flip the script and interview a pair of fellow podcasters in Dr. Danielle LaPoint, & Dr. DustIn Smith, who cohost the Pairadocs Podcast. They search for the craziest AD stories out there and through those stories they are teaching practical lessons that are helping ADs across the country as we all navigate the world of leading in the space of interscholastic athletics. Let's settle in and get to know the Pairadocs!0:50- Introduction 5:59- Pairadocs Podcast10:35- M...2022-11-2456 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 73: Dan Heck - Assistant AD / Marketing & Fan Engagement - Auburn University - Auburn, ALEpisode # 73: Dan Heck, Assist AD/Marketing & Fan Engagement, Auburn, ALToday we travel back to the college ranks and sit down with the Assistant AD for Marketing & Fan Engagement at Auburn University Mr. Dan Heck. Heck oversees and directs the Athletics Department’s marketing and promotional plans for all 21 sports at Auburn and has served the university since 2016. Dan shares some great ideas and concepts in this episode that can be used at the high school level easily. On a side note, since our conversation with Dan he has accepted a new role at the Univ...2022-11-101h 04
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 72: Josh Scott, CMAA - Director of Athletics and Activities - Springfield Public Schools - Springfield, MOEpisode # 72: Josh Scott, Director of Athletics, Springfield Public Schools, Springfield, MOWe can’t wait to share today’s conversation with one of the best in the business in CMAA Josh Scott who serves as the Director of Athletics and Activities for the Springfield Public School District in Springfield Missouri. His insights on NIAAA certification, juggling the demands of the job, and executing your vision are second to none. Let’s get right into it and get to know Mr. Josh Scott. 0:48 - Introduction 3:44 - Education-Based Athletics: What does that mean?8:44 - Support...2022-10-271h 00
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 71: Jen Doede, CAA - Athletic Director - Amos Alonzo Stagg High School - Palos Hills, ILEpisode # 71: Jen Doede, Stagg high School, Palos Hill, IL, Athletic DirectorToday takes us to Illinois as we sit down with CAA Jen Doede, who serves as the Athletic Director at Amos Alonzo Stagg High School in Palos Hills, Illinois near Chicago. Jen is a believer that leadership is influential and relational and the fact that the title doesn’t make you a leader but rather what you do with it to serve your people really separates the contenders from the pretenders. Let’s settle in and get to know Mrs. Jen Doede....2022-10-1351 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 70: Albert Weeden Jr. CMAA - Athletic Director/Principal - Loachapoka High School - Loachapoka, ALEpisode # 69: Albert Weeden, Jr, Athletic Director/Principal, Loachapoka High School Loachapoka, ALToday we stay a little closer to home and travel to Loachapoka Alabama and sit down with Albert Weeden Jr. A CMAA who not only serves as the athletic director of Loachapoka High School but leads the Indians as their principal. Lots to learn from in this one so let’s settle in and get to know Mr. Albert Weeden Jr.0:46 - Introduction 2:40 – Every great Leader has a Nickname4:15 – Doing More: Principal & AD Roles12:59 – Being a Learning Leader2022-09-2942 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 69: Ann Stewart - Athletic Director - Los Alamos High School - Los Alamos, NMEpisode # 69: Ann Stewart, Athletic Director, Los Alamos High School, Los Alamos, NMToday we take our first trip to the great state of New Mexico and sit down with the Athletic Director at Los Alamos High School in Los Alamos New Mexico, Ms. Ann Stewart. Ann has returned home to lead at the school she graduated from and has become a presence both at the state and national levels of athletic administration. We had a great time learning from her and talking about the upcoming National Athletic Directors Conference in Nashville, TN this December. Let’s settle in...2022-09-1537 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 68: Graham Neff - Director of Athletics - Clemson University - Clemson, SCEpisode # 68: Graham Neff, Clemson University, Director of Athletics, Clemson SCToday we head back to the college ranks to sit down with the Power 5’s youngest AD in 38-year-old Graham Neff of Clemson. But don’t let the age fool you. He is one of the brightest stars in the profession who has helped develop several key areas of the department, including the financial philosophy, fundraising, student-athlete welfare, and external operations management, and in 2019 was named one of Sports Business Daily’s Power Players. Let’s settle in and get to know Mr. Graham Neff. ...2022-09-0140 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 67: Mike Ellson, CMAA - Retired AD - Christ Presbyterian Academy - Education-Based Athletic Consultant / TIAAA Executive Director - Nashville, TNEpisode # 67: Mike Ellson, Christ Presbyterian Academy, Athletic Director 9retired), Nashville, TNToday we make our first stop in the great state of Tennessee and get to know one of the best in the business in Mike Ellson. Mike is the former longtime AD at Christ Presbyterian Academy in Nashville, TN and also serves as the Executive Director of the TIAAA. Mike’s wisdom from a career that touched five decades is priceless and we can’t wait to share today’s conversation with you so let’s not waste anymore time as we get to know and learn fr...2022-08-1855 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 66: Jen Brooks, CMAA - Athletic Director at Ursuline Academy and the founder of the Global Community of Women in High School Sports - St. Louis, MOEpisode # 66:….Jen Brooks, CMAA, Athletic Director, Ursuline Academy, St. Louis, MOToday we have a chance to sit down with a true game changer and difference maker in our business. Jen Brooks, Athletic Director at Ursuline Academy in St. Louis Missouri and the founder of the Global Community of Women in High School Sports in changing the narrative around what an AD looks like, and we are all better for it. This is a great conversation for any AD at any level of experience so let settle in and get to know Jen Brooks0...2022-08-0431 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 65: The Coach and the Cowboy - Brandon Clark & Kevin Chase - Derby, KSEpisode # 65: The Coach and The Cowboy, Brandon Clark & Kevin Chase, Derby HS, Derby, KSToday we sit down with an unlikely pair from the great state of Kansas. Brandon Clark is a state championship winning football coach and Kevin Chase hails from a four-generation ranching family that has also been in the banking business for five decades. Their story of connection paired with purpose is sure to inspire you and we think there is a ton in this episode that can help take your programs to another level. Let’s settle in and get to know The Co...2022-07-2155 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 64: Scott Garvis, CMAA - Retired AD - Athletics & Leadership Consultant - Speaker - Author - Podcast Host - Minneapolis, MNEpisode # 64:….Scott Garvis, retired, Athletic Director, IowaToday we have a chance to learn from one of the most collaborative leaders in the business as we sit down with retired AD Scott Garvis. Scott has a highly decorated resume that we will discuss and continues to pour back into the profession through his podcasts as well as through his books which we will also dive into in today’s conversation. Let’s settle in and get to know Mr. Scott Garvis.0:51- Introduction 4:31 – Book: The DNA of an Athletic Director8:50 – Finding Clarity in...2022-07-0745 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 63: Nikki Norris - Athletic Director - East Lansing High School - East Lansing MIEpisode # 63:….Nikki Norris, Athletic Director, East Lansing HS, East Lansing, MIToday we get the pleasure to sit down with Nikki Norris for a second time on the podcast. Nikki is the Athletic Director at East Lansing High School in East Lansing Michigan. She joined us for a Special Edition back in November of 2020 when her state shut down athletics for a second time due to the pandemic but today, we join her under far different circumstances as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Title IX with her and have a great time talking leadership. Let’s sett...2022-06-2337 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 62: Ross Bjork - Director of Athletics - Texas A&M University - College Station, TX - A conversation on growth.Episode # 62:….Ross Bjork, Director of Athletics, Texas A&M University, College Station, TXToday’s conversation centers around the topic of growth as we sit down with the Director of Athletics at Texas A&M University Mr. Ross Bjork. Ross, originally from Kansas, grew up with a lifelong passion for all aspects of athletics. His growth mindset is unmatched as he is constantly looking for ways to get better regardless of the source. He also stresses the importance of communication in leadership and how it can lead to clarity and mutual respect between all parties invol...2022-06-0950 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 61: Missy Townsend, CMAA - Athletic Director - Prescott High School - Prescott, AZEpisode # 61:….Missy Townsend, Athletics Director, Prescott High School, Prescott AZToday we head to Arizona and sit down with Missy Townsend of Prescott High School in Prescott, Arizona. Missy and I had the opportunity to speak on facility improvement plans at the National Conference in Denver this past year and it won’t take long for you to realize that Missy is an innovative leader who left us with so much great information throughout this conversation. Let’s settle in and get to know Missy Townsend.0:52- Introduction 3:21- “It just doesn’t matter what...2022-05-2646 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 60: Johnny Seabrooks - Retired Athletic Director of Dougherty County Schools - Albany, GAEpisode # 60:….Johnny Seabrooks, retired Director of Athletics Daughterly County Schools, Albany, GAToday we get the opportunity to sit down with a legendary athletic leader in the state of Georgia. Mr. Johnny Seabrooks. Johnny is a Georgia Athletic Director’s Association Hall of Famer and a NIAAA State Award of Merit, and NIAAA Distinguished Service Award winner whose influence can be felt across the state of Georgia and beyond. The former Director of Athletics for the Dougherty County School System in Albany, Ga leaves us with a wealth of knowledge from a storied career and a lif...2022-05-1235 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 59: Betsy Butterick - Coach - Communication Specialist - Educator - Workshop Design & Facilitation - A Conversation on Communication.Episode # 59:….Betsy Butterick; Coach-Communication Specialist, Educator, Workshop Design & Facilitator…A Conversation on Communication!Today we travel to Colorado Springs, Colorado and sit down with Betsy Butterick. Betsy is a former collegiate basketball and golf coach who also spent time in the WNBA and has since paired her degree in psychology and background in sport to become a communication specialist, educator, and coach to coaches across the country through her workshops and training. You will learn so much from Betsy as we talk all thing communication in this episode as we look for a better way to effectively reac...2022-04-2859 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 58: Rebecca Moe - Director of Athletics - University Prep - Seattle, WAEpisode # 58:….Rebecca Moe, Director of Athletics, University Prep, Seattle WAToday is another first as we make our initial trip to the state of Washington and have a great conversation with Rebecca Moe of University Prep in Seattle. Rebecca is a lifelong Puma as you will hear and in her time, she has been able to see the school expand literally and create a culture of both accountability and growth in the process. Rebecca makes some great points today about the core principles of athletic administration and you’ll be better for it. Let’s settle...2022-04-1431 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 57: Dr. Matthew Raidbard - Author of "Lead Like A Pro" - Founder of Raidbard Sports Leadership Consulting - Former College Athletics Administrator & Men's College Basketball CoachEpisode # 57:….Matthew Raidbard; Author, Lead Like A ProToday’s guest is Dr. Matthew Raidbard. He is the founder of Raidbard Sports Leadership Consulting, a former College Athletics Administrator & Men's College Basketball Coach and author of the book “Lead Like a Pro,” which is the focus of our conversation today. We discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with different viewpoints and people as well as the power of self-reflection and the benefit it can have on your leadership ceiling. Dr. Raidbard customizes all trainings, education sessions, speaking engagements, and consulting work to address the specific leadership needs of your...2022-03-3132 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 56: Dave Gordon - Chief Marketing Officer, Keynote Speaker, Author of TIP: A Simple Strategy to Inspire High Performance and Lasting SuccessToday we have another repeat guest as we get a second chance to sit down with Dave Gordon. Dave Gordon is an internationally recognized brand, marketing, and communications expert. He is an inspirational speaker, author, coach, and leader on a mission to help people identify, communicate, and deliver their unique value to build stronger personal, team, and corporate brands.We previously had Dave on to discuss his book TIP: A Simple Strategy to Inspire High Performance and Lasting Success. Today, we take a deeper dive into leadership as we discuss a leader’s personal mission statement, the ro...2022-03-1745 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 55: Jeff Behrens, CMAA - Athletic/Activities Director at Pewaukee Schools - Pewaukee, WIToday we make our first stop in the great state of Wisconsin as we sit down with the activities and Athletics director for Pewaukee Schools in Pewaukee Wisconsin…Jeff Behrens. Jeff touches on some great topics ranging from a great way to control fan behavior to personnel and making sure that you find the right people for your school and how to hold on to them in this conversation and I have no doubt you will be better for it. Let’s settle in and get to know Mr. Jeff Behrens.0:58- Introduction3:07- Successfully Navi...2022-03-0339 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 54: Phillip Lansdell & Jimmy Porter - Athletic Director & Head Boys Basketball Coach - El Dorado High School - El, Dorado, AR - Sportsmanship in AthleticsEpisode # 54:….Phillip Lansdell & Kimmy Porter, El Dorado HS, El Dorado, ARToday we have the pleasure of sitting down with Athletic Director Phillip Lansdell and Head Basketball Coach Jimmy Porter of El Dorado High School in EL Dorado, Arkansas. Their boys basketball team was recently featured on ABC News when their team played Lake Hamilton high school in Percey, Arkansas. The night featured Andy Tolleson, a special needs student-manager, who played in the game and made a memory of a lifetime for him and anyone who was in attendance or who has seen the news piece. B...2022-02-2425 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 53: Darryl Nance, CMAA - Director of Athletics - Greenville County Schools - Greenville, SCEpisode # 53:….Darryl Nance, Director of Athletics, Greenville County Schools, Greenville, SCToday’s conversation is a great one as we sit down with Darryl Nance, a CMAA who serves as the Director of Athletics for the Greenville County School System in Greenville South Carolina. A true believer in the power of betting on one’s self. Darryl touches on some great topics today including his innovative way to navigate the age-old question of playing time that you will want to hear. Let’s settle in and get to know Mr. Darryl Nance. 0:56- Introduction9:14- H...2022-02-171h 04
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 52: Rich Barton, CMAA - Athletic Director - Richfield HS - Richfield, UT - Utah Senate Bill 67Episode # 52…Rich Barton, Richfield High School, Richfield, UtahToday we have the wonderful opportunity to sit down for a second time with Rich Barton. Rich is a CMAA from Richfield High School in Richfield UT who is leading the way as athletic leaders in that state work toward the passage of a senate bill that would reward athletic administrators who achieve national certifications. This is quite frankly a bill that could affect us all and you will want to hear what Rich has to say about the legislation, its purpose, and ultimately it’s impact. Let s...2022-02-1039 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 51: Lamarr Glenn, CAA - Athletic Director - South Paulding High School - Douglasville, GAToday we sit down with Lamarr Glenn of South Paulding High School in Douglasville, GA. Mr. Glenn was a four-year letterman of the Florida State University Football team from 1994-1998 where he was named Offensive Team Captain in 1998 while also being drafted in the sixth (6th) round of 1999 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Bucs. We discuss the impact that Coach Bobby Bowden had on him and how it has shaped who he is as an athletic leader and how he leads his coaches and athletes today. Let’s settle in and get to know Mr...2022-02-0332 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 50: Dr. Michael Lindsay - President of Taylor University - Pulitzer Prize Nominated Author - Upland, INToday we celebrate firsts on the podcast as we sit down with our first guest from the great state of Indiana as well as our first Collegiate President in Dr. Michael Lindsay of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana. Dr. Lindsay has won multiple awards both for his teaching and academic research and is the author of two dozen scholarly publications and numerous books, including, Faith in the Halls of Power, which was nominated for the nonfiction Pulitzer Prize in 2007, and his award-winning View from the Top, which has been translated into Chinese and Japanese and h...2022-01-2028 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 49: Mike McGurk - Athletics & Activities Director - Lee's Summit HS, Missouri - 2022 NIAAA President - The Fundamentals of Leading in High School AthleticsWelcome to Season 3 of the Hangin’ with the AD Podcast. We kick things off at the top with a conversation with newly appointed NIAAA President Mike McGurk of Lee’s Summit high School in Missouri. Mike has served in a variety of leadership roles that have each helped to shape him as a leader not just at the local level but on the state and now national stage as well. Josh and I enjoyed sitting down and covering some basic fundamentals of leading in high school athletics and I know that you will be better after learning from...2022-01-0644 min
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 47: Josh Brooks - J. Reid Parker Director of Athletics at the University of Georgia - Athens, GABack in March of 2021 Josh and I had the pleasure of sitting down with Josh Brooks, the J. Reid Parker Director of Athletics at the University of Georgia. Josh is a leader who understands the comfort in being uncomfortable and the benefits that such experiences can provide a leader as they grow, and you’ll hear that in our conversation today. Josh has a levelheaded collaborative style about him and it will not take long for you to understand that there is something special about him and what he is putting together in Athens. Let’s settle in and...2021-12-0957 min