Trailblazing Success: Franco Fogliato's Journey from the Dolomites to the Helm of Salomon

In this gripping first episode of a two-part series of Sports+Outdoor Mentors, we dive deep into the life of Franco Fogliato, a luminary in the sports and outdoor industry and the visionary CEO and President of Salomon. From humble beginnings in a small Italian town, Franco shares his transformative journey through pivotal moments, from rejecting a lucrative banking career for the love of the outdoors to leading Salomon to achieve a billion euros in sales. Franco reflects on the essence of hard work inherited from his father, the thrill of embracing outdoor sports, and the invaluable lessons learned from navigating cultural differences and challenging times. His story is not just about climbing the corporate ladder but about his passion for outdoor sports, the importance of family support, and the impact of mentors. This episode shows how pursuing what you love with determination and respect for work can lead to unparalleled success. Don't miss this inspiring tale of leadership, passion, and resilience that transcends boundaries and industries. Hit follow to support our channel and get insights from more incredible leaders in the sports and outdoor world. Join us next Sunday for Part 2 of this inspiring episode. Follow Franco https://www.linkedin.com/in/franco-fogliato-23a9531/ Follow Salomon https://www.linkedin.com/company/salomon/ https://www.youtube.com/@SalomonTV Follow Dan Trapp 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 00:00 Intro 01:20 Key moments 04:35 Love for the Outdoors & Sports 05:55 Work ethics 08:58 Military service 11:52 Life at Billabong 16:25 EU & US Columbia Sportswear experience 20:15 Salomon call 23:26 Balance 29:41 Great influencers 37:08 Dealing with stress