Episode 17: Scott Stricklin – Director of Athletics – University of Florida

Episode # 17 … Scott Stricklin, Director of Athletics, University of FloridaToday’s guest is Mr. Scott Stricklin. Scott serves as the Director of Athletics at the University of Florida in Gainesville Florida. Scott is a strong leader with tremendous experience who shares the University of Florida’s most treasured values, from the success and well-being of their student athletes to excellence across the expanse of both men’s and women’s sports.  A forward-thinking national and regional leader in the field of athletics administration, Stricklin serves as chair of the SEC's Working Group on Fan Experience and has served as the SEC's representative on the NCAA Division I Leadership Council. Stricklin is also known for his accessibility and interaction with fans on social media.  Stricklin has earned praise for his performance, earning the 2015-16 Athletic Director of the Year Award from the National Association of College Directors of Athletics, which highlights the efforts of athletic directors at all levels.  1:32- Introduction4:35- What was High School athletics like for you?7:48- Following an Uber Successful Leader10:17- Creating a Staff of Senior Leaders12:30- Recognized by ADU as 2nd highest collegiate AD in terms of impact15:02- How to know when its time to change positions18:34- Best Thing about being AD at Florida20:43- Doing ‘In Person’ vs other forms of Communication22:25- New Habits during the Covid quarantine23:50- Importance of serving outside of your own organization                                                25:41- Implementing the What Drives Winning program28:20- Value of having Professional Speakers for your coaches & staff30:18- Fundraising: a wide range of giving options33:27- Recognizing and Involving up-and-coming leader40:48- Learning and Maturing as a student assistant under legendary baseball coach, Ron Polk46:06- Understanding your Brand and how to promote it49:49- Strategies from chairing the SEC working group on Fan Experience51:40- Connecting Dodger Stadium, Google, and the future of Florida facilities54:51- 2-Minute DrillBook Mentions:  Team of Rivals (Doris Kearns Goodwin)         The Splendid and the Vile (Erik LarsonYou can follow Scott Stricklin on social media Twitter: @ScottStricklin  Instagram: @ScottstricklinFind out more about Mr. Scott Stricklin and the University of Florida Athletics at: Florida Gators Athletics About Hangin With The AD Podcast….Hangin with the AD is an interview style podcast where Don Baker, Cobb County School District Director of Athletics, partners with Josh Mathews, Pope High School (GA) Athletic Director, to discuss hot topics and lessons learned with leaders in the world of athletics.  These leaders include high school athletic directors at the district and local school levels; college athletic administrators; leaders in spaces that connect to athletics such as nutrition, wellness, recruiting, student-athlete recognition; current and former athletes; and others, who can help athletic administrators develop themselves and their programs for a better daily experience for their athletic communities.