Control the Controllables: Journeys of a Lumber Trader turned CEO of Sport Oregon

from SAC FLY · host Hosted by Blake St. Onge

In the inaugural episode of SAC FLY, host Blake St. Onge sits down with Jim Etzel, CEO of Sport Oregon, to explore the intersection of leadership, coaching, and grit. Jim shares his remarkable journey from growing up as the son of a coach to leading a prominent sports nonprofit, with stops in sports marketing, agency ownership, and even driving a UPS truck. Discover how lessons from the baseball diamond and basketball court shaped Jim's leadership style, his approach to teamwork, and his relentless drive to "control the controllables." From stories about his father’s unwavering dedication to life lessons learned while building his own business, Jim offers insights and inspiration for business executives and youth sports coaches alike.

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