EPISODE · Jun 14, 2026 · 32 MIN
Ep. 10: Leadership in College Athletics | Amy Folan - Central Michigan University
from The Front Lines of Leadership: Stories to Inspire the Rising Generation of Leaders | Hosted by Jackson Taylor · host Jackson Taylor
Amy Folan is proof that bold leadership can elevate an athletics department to extraordinary new heights. Since taking the helm at Central Michigan University in 2020, Amy has launched a $25 million fundraising campaign, secured a $5 million health partnership, and delivered the department's best-ever fundraising year. All while keeping the focus where it belongs: on the student-athlete experience. In this episode, Amy shares her journey from compliance professional to athletics director, the leadership philosophy that drives her decisions, and what she's learned about building culture and leading change at the highest level. A conversation worth hearing for anyone passionate about leadership and college athletics.
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Amy Folan is proof that bold leadership can elevate an athletics department to extraordinary new heights. Since taking the helm at Central Michigan University in 2020, Amy has launched a $25 million fundraising campaign, secured a $5 million health partnership, and delivered the department's best-ever fundraising year. All while keeping the focus where it belongs: on the student-athlete experience. In this episode, Amy shares her journey from compliance professional to athletics director, the leadership philosophy that drives her decisions, and what she's learned about building culture and leading change at the highest level. A conversation worth hearing for anyone passionate about leadership and college athletics.
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