Episode #8- Josiah Castro (Deputy AD for Revenue Generation) at East Texas A&M

In Episode 8 of Intercollegiate Conversations, we sit down with Josiah Castro, Deputy Athletics Director for Revenue Generation at East Texas A&M University, to discuss his journey in college athletics, the evolution of the industry, and his insights on creating opportunities in the field. Josiah shares his experiences, including the unique path that led him into athletics, what he values in a work environment, and the traits that have helped him thrive.Topics Discussed:How He Broke into the Industry: Josiah’s journey from student-athlete to leadership in college athletics and what inspired him to pursue this career.The Evolution of College Athletics: How the industry has changed over the years and why loving the job makes all the difference.What He Wishes He Knew Starting Out: Valuable lessons and advice for young professionals entering the field.What Makes Commerce a Great Place to Work: Josiah explains why Texas A&M-Commerce is ideal for building a career in athletics, with endless opportunities to make an impact.Qualities That Have Helped Him Succeed: Perspective, grit, and the importance of building relationships.Best Advice He’s Been Given: "Everything happens for a reason" — a guiding principle in his career.The Hiring Process in College Athletics: Insights on hiring challenges and advice for job seekers.The Benefits of Using Intercollegiate Recruiter: Why IC Recruiter stands out as a tool for both job seekers and athletic administrators.Josiah’s story and advice offer valuable guidance for anyone navigating or aspiring to a career in college athletics. Tune in to gain insights on career growth, leadership, and the evolving landscape of college sports.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes of Intercollegiate Conversations with industry leaders in college athletics!