In this episode Marc and Greg sat down with Christine Simmons, former COO of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Science and COO and President of the LA Sparks, to discuss what it means to lead unapologetically.
Marc speaks to Titus about leading with love, overcoming extreme personal adversity, the power of the words “I love you, and I believe in you”, what he learned at the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch, his time in the WWE, and his book “There’s No Such Thing as a Bad Kid”.
In the first episode of season 3, Marc Trestman speaks to Alonzo Highsmith (General Manager of Football Operations, University of Miami) about his definition of leadership, the importance of work ethic, his life purpose of making a difference to other people, what he learned from coaches Howard Schnellenberger and Jimmy Johnson, and coming back home to UM.
In episode 2 of season 2, Marc Trestman speaks to former MLB superstar Alex Rodriguez (now Chairman and CEO of A-Rod Corp and co-owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves) about the importance of experience and relationships, resetting and taking accountability after adversity, not using the hammer when you can, the 90% rule, and mentorship.
In episode 1 of season 2, Marc Trestman speaks to Russell Wilson (NFL Quarterback, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist) about the importance of language, meeting chaos with calmness, the difference between passion and purpose, controlling your mindset, and separation through preparation.
In episode 7, Marc Trestman speaks to Rod Graves (Executive Director of the Fritz Pollard Alliance Foundation and Former GM of the Arizona Cardinals) about the Fritz Pollard Alliance, acting for the greater good, overcoming adversity, serving God’s purpose, his time with the Bears and Cardinals, and diversity of leadership.
In episode 6, Marc talks to Amy Trask (former CEO of the Oakland Raiders) about being true to oneself, mentorship, making mistakes, the importance of hard work, and how every single job matters.
In episode 5, Marc continues his discussion with Brandon Marshall.
In episode 4, CEO of House of Athlete and former NFL wide receiver Brandon Marshall talks about servant leadership, leading by example, purpose versus platform, and the importance of consistency.
In the third episode, Marc speaks to Toronto Raptors Head Coach Nick Nurse, who discusses his journey to a head coaching job in the NBA, sharing his team vision, and leading through the pandemic in a bubble.
In the second episode of The Leadership Gameplan, Lawyer and Coach Marc Trestman speaks to Philadelphia Eagles VP of Football Operations Catherine Raiche, who discusses how a focus on preparation, humility, and integrity helped her become the leader she is.
In the first episode of The Leadership Gameplan, Lawyer and Coach Marc Trestman speaks to Tom Friedman, who discusses the importance of listening, building trust, and more keys to successful leadership.