Inspired Leaders Series

Power-packed videos featuring top leaders in college athletics offering expert advice and hot-topic insight

Lessons Learned and Defining Moments from Top Athletic Directors

Chris Plonsky, women's athletics director and director of men's/women's athletics external services at the University of Texas, shares insight on the importance of hiring quality coaches, student-athletes, dealing with negative criticism and tips for success. Plonsky headlined the 2011 NACWAA National Convention panel session Lessons Learned and Defining Moments from Top Athletic Directors with Sandy Barbour (Cal), Joan Cronan (Tennessee) and Cary Groth (Nevada-Reno) in Pittsburgh.

Presidential Retreat Recap: Transforming Intercollegiate Athletics

Radford University President Penelope Kyle, Ohio State Athletics Director Gene Smith and Duke Athletics Director Kevin White engage in a 2011 NACWAA National Convention panel session, Presidential Retreat Recap: Transforming Intercollegiate Athletics. Featured topics include Competitive Equity, Defining the Student Athlete and Title IX and Gender Equity.

Getting and Retaining Leadership Roles in Athletics

NCAA Division I athletics directors Steve Pederson (Pittsburgh), Gene Smith (Ohio State) and Kevin White (Duke) address NACWAA National Convention attendees in the panel session Getting and Retaining Leadership Roles in Athletics. Topics include Handling Adversity and Learning from Mistakes, Leadership Advice and Tips for Success.