Mike Thomas, Director of Athletics at Cleveland State, visits AthleticDirectorU to discuss how his experiences at previous FBS institutions are currently proving beneficial in his current role.
Damon Stoudamire, Head Men's Basketball Coach at University of the Pacific, visits AthleticDirectorU to discuss a wide range of topics including recruiting, relationships with the Director of Athletics, college athletes versus professional athletes, and much more.
After wrapping up a successful second season with Stetson Baseball, Coach Steve Trimper visited Bob Walsh on the Dynamic Leadership Podcast to talk culture, leadership, and much more.
Whit Babcock, Director of Athletics at Virginia Tech, joins Mike Hamilton on the From the Chair Podcast as the two discuss Babcock's involvement in the transition of legendary football coach, Frank Beamer, playing a football game at the Bristol Speedway, and advice to those looking to become an AD.
John Becker, Head Men's Basketball Coach at University of Vermont, joins Coach Bob Walsh on the Dynamic Leadership Podcast to talk about his evolution as a head coach.
Trip Durham visits Wake Forest to take a deep dive into what it takes to host five consecutive home games during a football season. Big storms aside, this in-depth view includes input from a number of Demon Deacon leaders who make things happen on game day.
Wren Baker, Vice President & Director of Athletics at North Texas, joins Mike Hamilton on the From the Chair Podcast as the two discuss Baker’s path to his current position. The conversation also delves into UNT’s recent success and how the department’s momentum can be traced to its strategic plan.
Coach Porter Moser, Head Basketball Coach at Loyola University-Chicago, visits Coach Bob Walsh on the Dynamic Leadership Podcast to discuss the focus that was needed to take Loyola to the 2018 NCAA Final Four.
Chris Del Conte, Vice President of Athletics at Texas, joins Mike Hamilton on the From the Chair Podcast to discuss his recent move to join the University of Texas. He also discusses how his background shapes his philosophy on people, relationships, and why he works in athletics.
Ryan Odom, Head Men's Basketball Coach at UMBC, joins Coach Bob Walsh on the Dynamic Leadership Podcast. The two discuss Odom's leadership during the historic 2017-18 postseason as he led his team, as a No. 16 seed team to victory over a No. 1 seed.
Desiree Reed-Francois, Director of Athletics at UNLV, touches on the benefits of diversity as she has hired former student-athletes, as well as a number of people from different ethnicities to work in her department. She emphasizes the importance of having a purpose for working in college athletics.
Jack Ford, CBS News Legal Analyst, discusses the potential effects of the SCOTUS ruling on gambling. Regarding college athletics, he discusses some of the primary concerns, i.e., hosting championships, new regulations, and lines of communication.
