The 3 Pillars of Building Winning Athletic Programs

Join the AddDrop Podcast as host Terrence sits down with Georgia Southwestern State University Athletic Director, Mike Leeder, to discuss his inspiring leadership journey from Head Coach to AD. Mike shares how he balanced coaching and administration, the pivotal decision to go full-time into athletics leadership, and how his approach shaped the success of GSW's athletics program. From NCAA challenges to securing major sponsorships and fostering community engagement, Mike offers expert insights and personal anecdotes that highlight his impactful career. Want to know how he turned GSW into a thriving Division II powerhouse? Find out more in this exclusive conversation!   #LeadershipJourney #NCAA #GeorgiaSouthwestern #Athletics #HeadCoach #AD #studentathletesupport #sportsadministration #collegeathleticsleadership #athleticdirectorjourney #sportsmanagement   CHAPTERS: Intro 00:22 - Transition from Head Coach to Athletic Director Florida State Football Overview Florida State Basketball Insights Understanding the Enrollment Cliff Unique Aspects of Georgia Southwestern State University Navigating Difficult Conversations in Sports Importance of Corporate Sponsorship in Athletics NAIA to NCAA Division II Transition Measuring Coach Success in Athletics Finding Balance: Stepping Away from the Game Best Player Coached Against: A Reflection Rivalry: Dislike for Miami Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.