Dr. Ryan Hall shares his authentic approach to leadership and fundraising, emphasizing the importance of building genuine relationships, embracing change, and passionately investing in the development of student-athletes at Rice University.

His insights inspire listeners to lead with purpose, adaptability, and a commitment to empowering those around them.

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Show Outline

• 0:01 - Adapting to change in college athletics, including NIL and leadership opportunities.
• 3:53 - Building relationships and authenticity in fundraising.
• 7:33 - Conference realignment and Rice University's current and future position in the American Athletic Conference.
• 12:43 - Investing in student athletes at Rice University.
• 17:13 - Rice University's unique approach to athletic scholarships and academic integrity.
• 21:07 - Passion, purpose, and leadership.

Quotes from the Show

"If you're passionate about what you do, and you get out there and you build those relationships, you're not selling anything as a fundraiser, right? You're having people come to be a part of the vision, and you get to know those people, and you, naturally, care about those people."

"I think being around bright guys, and, you know, learning from them, and really back to what I was kind of saying, not to get a dead horse, but sharing common goals, like, 'Hey, we could do this.'"

"I would say, don't ever doubt yourself. And you can do anything you want if you're passionate about what you do."

Connect with Dr. Ryan Hall

• Dr. Ryan Hall on LinkedIn
• Follow the Rice Owls

Episode 69 - Full Transcript

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Banks walk a delicate tightrope today: they need to be engaging to attract and retain customers across generations, but also maintain a fortress-like security to combat fraud.

National Exchange Bank and Trust cracked the code on increasing engagement, building a strong customer base, and keeping customers' wallets safe.

Tammy Pitts and Tami Christian of National Exchange Bank and Trust join Dr. Tom Nebel, founding partner of Leaders Rising Network, to discuss how the bank has transformed its culture by embracing the 5 Voices framework to develop more engaged, empowered, and collaborative leaders.

Their discussion provides valuable insights for any organization looking to foster a more engaged, high-performing culture through the power of self-awareness and intentional leadership development.

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Show Outline

• 0:00 - Leadership development and culture change in a bank.
• 5:29 - Leadership roles and communication styles in a financial organization.
• 11:03 - Vulnerability, self-awareness, and trust in a bank's leadership team.
• 15:13 - Leadership development, employee engagement, and embedding GiANT tools in the organization.
• 19:40 - Employee engagement and culture building at a bank.
• 24:34 - Leadership, compliance, and teamwork.

Quotes from the Show

• "Engagement has become increasingly critical to the overall success of any organization, especially a bank because you're challenged with so many different demographics where you need to provide care. But you also have to have Guardian tendencies to watch out for fraud."
• "I fell in love with the language very quickly. Tom and I, being wired very similarly, had a good connection. I really knew that this had the potential to very quickly make an impact, not only for the organization but for individuals as well."

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Jeff is an incredible dad, a great guy to coach basketball with, and now a published author.

He's wrapped up a successful Kickstarter campaign for his new book, A Buffalo Out of Water. And now it's time to share the story with the world.

After Jeff and his wife, Whitney became the proud parents of two great kids, a rare genetic syndrome led them to continue building their family through adoption.

We have had a front-row seat to watch their family welcome in two sons through adoption over these past few years. And now A Buffalo Out of Water will introduce kids to the beauty of adoption and help them understand how they can support and encourage their adopted friends.

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Show Outline

• 0:00 - Creative writing, adoption, and unconventional lifestyles.
• 3:12 - Creativity, writing, and adoption with a focus on the intersection of personal and professional passions.
• 7:09 - Adoption and identity with a water buffalo protagonist.
• 13:37 - Adoption, empathy, and acceptance in a school community.
• 19:22 - Creativity, collaboration, and writing a children's book.

Quotes from the Show

• "You have to have the right partners, you have to have that trust. When you have another person working with you to refine your ideas, the ideas become so much better than they would if you were just working by yourself." - Jeff on the value of collaboration
• "I've always been drawn to high-quality books, stories, movies. I've realized as I've gotten older that I'm really a big kid inside." - Jeff discussing his passion for stories
• "One plus one does not equal two. It's it's actually exponentially more."

Connect with Jeff

• @buffalo.out.of.water on Instagram
• Buy the Book

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Navigating change is not a choice; it's all around us. Chris Barras joins the show to discuss transformation at both personal and community levels as we experience change.

Chris' experiences in Richmond come from observing transformation over the past 18 years. Watching communities change has given Chris a peak into leading change in corporate settings.

Chris covers finding purpose and meaning in life and work, leadership development challenges, maintaining a positive outlook during difficult times, and the importance of inner circles and mentors for personal growth.

It's a discussion on embracing change, reframing perspectives, and cultivating resilience through community support.

Show Outline

• 0:00 - Transformation in a neighborhood over 18 years, with insights on change and its impact on local businesses.
• 3:01 - Finding purpose and meaning in life and work.
• 7:32 - Leadership development and clarity in organizations.
• 12:22 - Change, pain, and maintaining a positive outlook.
• 18:16 - Reframing negative experiences and maintaining a positive outlook in life.
• 24:43 - Personal growth, mentorship, and community support.
• 29:47 - Building inner circles, negativity, and personal growth.

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Connect with Chris

• Second Story Partnership
• Chris Barras on LinkedIn
• Minding the Gap Podcast with Chris and Declan Barras

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Dr. Danny Avula shares his inspiring leadership journey from his roots as an immigrant child from India to top roles in public health and social services in Virginia.

Danny dives into how experiences like moving to an underserved community influenced his approach to serving communities. Avula also reflects on key lessons like listening to lived experiences and adapting to technology.

Listen in for insights on navigating diverse career paths and building more inclusive communities.

Show Outline

• 0:00 - Danny's career path
• 2:56 - Personal journey from immigrant kid to medical school, then to non-clinical work in public health.
• 9:29 - Career development in public health.
• 15:16 - Public health, and politics with a focus on bridging gaps and connecting communities.
• 21:51 - Community and social justice in Richmond, Virginia.
• 27:57 - Technology and community engagement.

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• @DannyAvula on Instagram

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Dive into Greg Burton's journey in sports leadership, revealing key traits of effective leaders and the impact of VCU's Center for Sports Leadership.

Why it matters: Burton's insights offer a unique perspective on leadership, emphasizing authenticity, resilience, and the power of empowering others, alongside the success of VCU's program in shaping future leaders.

The big picture: Through memorable sports moments and reflections, the conversation underscores the importance of individuality in leadership and learning from failure.

By the numbers: Highlighting the Center for Sports Leadership master's program at VCU, Burton points to its focus on partnerships and experiential learning, backed by the notable achievements of its alumni.

The bottom line: Burton's narrative stresses finding one's own leadership path, embracing failures as learning opportunities, and the value of patience and balance in both professional and personal life.

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• Greg Burton on LinkedIn
• Center for Sports Leadership on LinkedIn
• Center for Sports Leadership on Instagram

Have you ever wondered what it takes to lead others to the top of the world's highest peaks?

Dr. Jennie Draper, an OBGYN and adventurer, has summited Mount Everest base camp, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and embarked on adventure around the globe.

She shares invaluable leadership lessons learned from her Sherpa guides in Nepal, and how facing the challenges of high-altitude mountaineering prepared her to tackle obstacles in her fast-paced medical career.

Don't miss this fascinating conversation on deriving strength and wisdom from nature's most formidable environments and applying it to your own leadership journey.

Show Outline

• 0:00 - Leadership, Sherpas, and Nepal's culture.
• 3:58 - Balancing work and personal life as a healthcare professional.
• 10:52 - Healthcare challenges, including staff shortages, burnout, and technology overload.
• 17:39 - Burnout and self-care in healthcare professionals.
• 23:52 - Work-life balance, productivity, and travel with a medical professional.

Connect with Dr. Draper

• @PlannedonArrival on Instagram
• OBGYN at Virginia Physicians for Women

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Name something 70% of us have in common.

There aren’t many things, but our common dislike of doing laundry is one of them.

Founder Dan Feliciano and his team put together a gameplan, finding a mutual win-win between busy families looking to take back time, workers in the gig economy who don’t mind doing laundry and have extra capacity in their washer and dryer, and they built Clotheslyne.

Dan and I walked down memory lane in his career to insightful lessons from his decade in the Marines, his work in the oil industry, and how that experience and his family helped connect the dots to form Clotheslyne.

If you’ve ever wanted someone to do your laundry for you, Dan is your guy.

Mentioned on the Show

• Follow @Clotheslyne on Instagram
• https://clotheslyne.com
• Connect with Dan Feliciano on LinkedIn

Quoted

"Everybody in the Marine Corps supports the grunt on the front line." - Dan Feliciano, on the leadership posture he learned in the Marines

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