From the iconic halls of Nike to the dynamic landscape of Boost, our guest, Tim Mitchell, is sharing the secrets behind building global empires and the transformative power of passion-driven leadership.

Join host Ken as he delves into Tim’s incredible journey, spanning from his early days in the Midwest with a journalism degree to leading Nike’s matrix organization and overseeing the company’s evolution from $5 billion to $40 billion. Tim shares insights on Nike’s strategic shifts and the importance of adaptability as Nike transitioned from wholesale to a category-focused approach and later emphasized direct-to-consumer.  He talks lessons-learned from his observations on how different leaders approached transformation.

Tim’s transition from the behemoth of Nike to the nimble tech company Boost offers unique insights into the power of hiring for passion and vision. Tim candidly shares how his exposure to diverse cultures and leadership styles shaped his approach, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and mentorship. From Nike’s strategic shifts to the secrets of Tim’s own culture playbook, this episode unpacks the challenges and rewards of personal and professional growth within a dynamic global brand.

Discover how stepping outside one’s bubble and embracing change can lead to unparalleled success. Don’t miss out on this captivating conversation that’s sure to inspire and enlighten. Listen now!

About guest Tim Mitchell:

Tim Mitchell is a seasoned professional with over two decades of diverse experience. Following 20+ years as a global Nike executive, Tim’s “next flight” focuses on applying their Swoosh consumer, brand, product, and digital foundation to the IT Services & Consulting industry, with an emphasis on sports Technology. Currently serving as the Chief Commercial Officer at BOOST since 2022, Tim’s mission is to create the future of sport through AI, content, brand, e-commerce, and championship teams. Prior to this role, they excelled as an Executive Mentor at San Diego Sport Innovators.

Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Tim is dedicated to driving innovation and making a lasting impact in the sports technology industry.

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Ken Schmitt Podcaster, Author, and CEO

Ken Schmitt has been recruiting for 26 years. A San Diego native, he grew up in an entrepreneurial household with a father who was a Jack in the Box franchisee for 25 years and a mother who left the accounting world to become a real estate agent.

In 1998, Ken answered an ad in the newspaper for a recruiting job and never looked back. After spending 9 years working for a local boutique firm, a large regional firm, and one of the world’s largest Executive Search firms, Heidrick & Struggles, he launched TurningPoint Executive Search in 2007 and now employs 7 professionals in a 100% remote work environment.

In 2023, Ken published “The Practical Optimist: An Entrepreneurial Journey Through Life’s TurningPoints” through Advantage Publishing. He also launched a new podcast of the same name, highlighting everyday people who are making an extraordinary impact on their families, their business, and their community.