Leadership in Turbulent Times: Snow Peak Senior Managing Director, Noah Reis's Journey

"Sports & Outdoor Mentors" is thrilled to present a profound episode with Noah Reis, the Senior Managing Director of Snow Peak for North America and Europe. Explore Noah's heartfelt and human-centric leadership journey, from his roots in the travel and consulting industries to his transformative role at Snow Peak. In this episode, Noah shares his personal and professional challenges, including navigating the financial crisis and making difficult decisions during the pandemic. He discusses the emotional weight of leadership, the importance of maintaining humanity in business, and his commitment to compassion and authenticity. Noah's story is a testament to the power of vulnerability and emotional intelligence in shaping a successful and sustainable leadership style. Join us for this enlightening conversation that delves into the delicate balance of managing with empathy while driving forward with a clear vision. Subscribe to Sports & Outdoor Mentors to gain insights from leaders making a difference in the sports and outdoor worlds. Thank you for tuning in. Noah's journey is sure to inspire and challenge your thinking about leadership and life. Noah's Book Recommendations: 📌 The Culture Map: Decoding How People Think, Lead, and Get Things Done Across Cultures by Erin Meyer - https://amzn.to/44n146K (Amazon Affiliate) 📌 Power at Work: The Art of Making Things Happen by Jo Owen - https://amzn.to/3JKoEB4 (Amazon Affiliate) Follow Noah https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-reis-473b8117 Follow Snow Peak https://www.linkedin.com/company/snow-peak/ https://www.instagram.com/snowpeak_official/ https://www.youtube.com/@UCzO_dq-JK3Klz4vRGwGeEwA Follow Dan https://www.linkedin.com/in/dantrapp/ Follow Sports + Outdoor Mentors https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-and-outdoor-mentors/ Watch Sports + Outdoor Mentors YouTube: https://youtube.com/@S_OM1   #sportsandoutdoormentors 00:00 Key moments 03:31 Challenges 04:10 KPMG & moving back to Japan 07:06 Taste of working with Execs 08:35 Snow Peak Approach 11:37 US Institutions vs EU models 14:25 Cultural differences 18:13 Influences 20:46 Most valuable piece of advice 22:23 Most important task 25:54 The Gardener's cottage 32:26 Balance thanks to Camping time 36:27 Most challenging moment 41:26 Setting the bar & being authentic 43:49 Favourite piece of gear 44:36 Book recommendations 46:34 Three pieces of advice for future leaders 49:07 Message to my team