Coach Mark Gottfried delves into the essence of leadership and decision-making with guest Marc Koehler, a former naval officer and leadership expert. Through discussions on the GID mentality, Koehler and Gottfried explore the critical elements that define effective leadership. Koehler shares riveting experiences from his time on a nuclear submarine…

Lessons learned from this High Achiever, Steve Keim, former NFL General Manager of the Arizona Cardinals. How Steve Became an NFL Executive of the year! Coach Mark Gottfried welcomes former Arizona Cardinals GM, Steve Keim, to discuss his extensive career in the NFL and his college football days at NC State. Keim shares valuable insights into the e…

In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler engages in a thought-provoking conversation with renowned author and leadership expert Dr. David Burkus. Together, they delve into the delicate balance between autonomy and accountability in the workplace, exploring strategies for enhancing employee engagement and fostering a cultu…

Joe and Mike Gottfried. A lifetime of Impacting and Caring about others. Learn about the journey from small town Crestline Ohio to a life in coaching and athletic administration!By Mark Gottfried

Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with the multifaceted Bentley Evans to explore the transformational shifts in Hollywood. Bentley, best known for his work with Jamie Foxx and Martin Lawrence, delves into the evolution of content creation, the impact of social media, and the rise of independent projects. Discussing his personal journey and the challen…

In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler sits down with Laura Bratton to hear her incredible story of grit and gratitude. After losing her sight as a young child, she became the author of Harnessing Courage and became a top leadership speaker. Laura brings a unique perspective on these essential qualities. She recounts he…

Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with Chris Rivers for an in-depth discussion on the transformative impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) on college athletes. They explore the challenges and opportunities NIL presents, including contract conflicts and athlete integrity. Rivers shares his journey from Oakland, the importance of personal connection…

In this heartfelt episode of the Front Row Podcast, Coach Mark Gottfried welcomes his daughter, Mary Layson Gottfried, as a special guest. Together, they delve into memorable moments from road trips to rival basketball games and the challenges of growing up around athletics. Mary reflects on her journey in the modeling industry, navigating public c…

In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler sits down with Jason Harris, a former Air Force combat pilot and seasoned leader. Their conversation explores the deep connections between trust, legacy, and resilience in effective leadership. Jason shares powerful insights from his career as a combat pilot and leadership coach, f…

Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with sports broadcaster Allison Williams to discuss her inspiring career journey. From her humble beginnings with local sports shows to her rise at ESPN and eventual move to Fox, Allison shares the vital role of preparation, confidence, and a robust support system. She speaks candidly about facing professional setback…

Coach Mark Gottfried delves into a compelling conversation with Nate Oats, the head basketball coach at the University of Alabama. They discuss the evolving landscape of college basketball, emphasizing the impact of NIL rules and the transfer portal. Mark Sears' growth and potential in the NBA are highlighted, alongside the significance of three-po…

In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Dan Chuparkoff, an AI and innovation expert. They explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on leadership and team dynamics. Dan shares his journey of surfacing as a leader at Google to founding Reinvention Labs, hig…

Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with Hall of Fame coach Jay Wright to discuss his storied career in college basketball. Jay Wright reflects on pivotal moments, including a crucial loss that sparked his team's resilience, the importance of continuous improvement, and the dynamics of mentorship among coaches. They also delve into the evolving landscap…

Coach Mark Gottfried welcomes Eric Musselman, USC’s head basketball coach. They explore Coach Musselman’s extensive coaching background which includes coaching in the NBA, his transition to USC, and the unique opportunities in Southern California. They also reflect on the influence of their fathers being coaches growing up and discuss adapting to t…

In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler has an insightful conversation with Dr. Fergus Connolly, an expert in high performance and leadership. They discuss the essential qualities of authentic leadership and high-performing teams. Fergus shares his experiences from his diverse career in sports, business, and military env…

Coach Mark Gottfried and Blake Lawrence, co-founder of Opendorse, delve into the transformative impact of NIL on college sports. They discuss the new challenges in athlete compensation, the recruiting chaos, and financial strains on athletic departments. Blake shares how Opendorse helps athletes monetize their brand with ease and transparency. List…

In the latest episode of Surfacing Leaders, host Marc has an in-depth and insightful conversation with best-selling author and caring leadership expert Heather Younger. Heather, an expert in workplace dynamics and leadership development, shares her journey and experiences promoting empathetic leadership within organizations. The discussion starts w…

Coach Mark Gottfried welcomes former NFL Defensive End Marcellus Wiley, who shares his journey from Compton to Columbia University. Marcellus talks about overcoming challenges, the importance of education and family, and his foundation, Project Transition. They explore his transition to the Ivy League, his fearless nature, and his commitment to emp…

Coach Mark Gottfried welcomes Mike Brey, Notre Dame’s all-time winningest Head Basketball Coach, to explore their extensive coaching careers. They share insights on the evolution of college basketball with the NIL and transfer rules, recount lessons learned, and the importance of adaptability. Their conversation spans experiences from coaching at m…

In one of our most inspiring episodes of the Servicing Leaders podcast yet, Marc interviews Robert Paylor, an exceptional individual who has transformed tragedy into triumph. Rob shares his journey from being a promising athlete to facing a life-altering spinal cord injury that left him quadriplegic, with doctors saying he would never walk or use h…

Coach Mark Gottfried welcomes Steve Lavin, head basketball coach at the University of San Diego, to discuss the challenges and milestones in college basketball coaching. Coach Lavin shares insights from his career progression and the intense experiences associated with being a head coach at UCLA. They explore the changing dynamics in college sports…

Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with Jim Harbaugh, Head Coach of the Los Angeles Chargers. These two legendary coaches dialogue about their family ties, their similar, small-town upbringings, and what has kept them in the roller-coaster business of coaching for so long.By Mark Gottfried

In this episode of "Surfacing Leaders," host Marc Koehler interviews guest James Hewitt, an expert in cognitive performance, to discuss high-performance leadership. Hewitt draws parallels between the demanding environment of Formula One racing and leadership and shares insights into the importance of mastering effort and recovery for sustained succ…

Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with Super Bowl winning coach John Harbaugh, head coach of the Baltimore Ravens. From their shared roots in Crestline, Ohio, Coach Harbaugh shares his heartwarming journey from a small town to leading the Baltimore Ravens to the apex of the NFL. Delve into tales of familial bonds, sibling rivalry with brother Jim Harb…

Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with Mick Cronin, Head Coach of the Men’s Basketball program at UCLA. Both coaches talk about the grind of coaching, the undeniable sacrifices you have to make in order to be great, and the change in college basketball’s landscape.By Mark Gottfried

World renowned author of the book, “After The Game,” Jay Dixon describes his journey from a college football player to successful business man. In the days since college sports, Jay has built a niche for former athletes.By Mark Gottfried

Scott Tompsett has represented over 100 coaches, including 3 Hall of Fame Men’s Basketball coaches, in various cases against the NCAA. Coach Mark Gottfried sits down to talk with him about his journey as a lawyer in collegiate and professional sports spheres, his thoughts on NIL, and what the future could be for the NCAA as a governing body.…

In this episode, Marc Koehler engages in an insightful dialogue with Liz Wiseman, a leadership expert and best-selling author of the books Multipliers and Impact Players, among others. The conversation delves deep into the essence of impactful leadership and strategies for multiplying one's influence within organizations. Throughout the episode, Wi…

In one of our most unique episodes of Surfacing Leaders yet, host Marc Koehler engages in a profound conversation with Doug Manuel, a rare combination of leadership expert and lifelong student of West African music and culture. This episode takes listeners on a journey exploring the intersection of leadership principles and Doug's passion for playi…

Coach Mark Gottfried is interviewed by Maddie Byrd, manager of the Front Row podcast. She speaks with Mark about where he grew up and the family that raised him to love sports, having the Harbaugh’s as cousins, and some of his favorite memories of coaching in the NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament.By Mark Gottfried

In this episode of Surfacing Leaders, host Marc Koehler engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Heather McGowan, an expert on the future of work and leadership. Heather McGowan shares insights into the evolving work landscape, emphasizing the need for organizations to prioritize empathy as a core value to drive performance. She highlights …

Join host Marc Koehler in a conversation exploring leadership, creativity, and the human spirit with brilliant Creativity Strategist Natalie Nixon. In this episode of Surfacing Leaders, Natalie, an expert in anthropology, fashion, and design thinking, takes us on a journey through her unique path of surfacing as a leader and shares invaluable insig…

Coach Swinney discusses his story from being a walk on football player at the University of Alabama to coaching 2 National Championship teams at the University of Clemson. Dabo discusses the ups and downs of coaching as well as the struggles he endured to reach his dreams.By Mark Gottfried

Eddie was a member of the 1960 US Olympic basketball team that many believe was cheated out of the gold medal by a late game controversy vs Russia. Eddie and his teammates have all stood the test of time to not accept the silver medals. Eddie talks about his journey from Columbus Ohio to Long Beach State and then to the NBA. He closes with his path…

One of the all time most colorful and successful basketball coaches in the Southeastern Conference. Coach Sanderson dives in to share his thoughts on being hired by legendary Bear Bryant and leading the University of Alabama to 10 SEC championship game appearances in 12 years.By Mark Gottfried

In this episode of Surfacing Leaders, host Marc Koehler explores the transformative journey of Chris Dyer, a business culture expert, and keynote speaker. They focus on creating a workplace culture centered around transparency, openness, and a unique concept coined by Dyer as "Part-Time Leadership." The episode navigates through Dyer's experiences …

A Hall of Fame basketball coach shares his experiences in becoming one of the best college basketball coaches of our era. Gary describes his journey from mid major American University to winning a National Championship at the University of Maryland.By Mark Gottfried

From small town Shreveport Louisiana, Tim had a dream of becoming a national sports broadcaster. He shares his stories of landing a job on ESPN, Sportscenter, and covering everything in sports. Tim is nationally known for his amazing talents and versatility in broadcasting.By Mark Gottfried

In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler sits down with Marcus Collins, an award-winning marketer, cultural translator, and author of the newly released book For The Culture. Marcus shares his remarkable story of surfacing as a leader, from music and tech to his current, prominent roles as Chief Strategy Officer at Wieden…

One of the nation's best high school point guards, a national collegiate freshman of the year, a 15-year NBA player, and a world champion with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Mo discusses his journey and the obstacles he overcame to achieve his goals.By Mark Gottfried

1995 NCAA national championship coach joins Coach Gottfried and looks back on his journey from his roots in West Virginia to becoming the head coach at UCLA. Coach Harrick talks about his relationship with the legendary John Wooden, and lessons learned from over 40 years as a college basketball coach.…

In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast hosted by Marc Koehler, listeners will gain valuable insights from Hala Khalaf's journey of surfacing as a leader. Hala is a multifaceted individual who balances various roles as a leader in the Hard Rock organization, a new mother, and the CEO of her handbag line. During the conversation, Hala share…

Longtime ESPN analyst and former Duke basketball player discusses his journey from Palos Verdes CA, to playing for Coach K at Duke. Jay also is an attorney and has been an outspoken critic of the NCAA.By Mark Gottfried

Sits down with Coach Gottfried to discuss life lessons from 35 years of NCAA coaching.By Mark Gottfried

Coach Gottfried sits down for his second solo episode to talk about navigating the politics in college sports, hot to pull yourself out of a slump, and how to sacrifice in order to achieve your goals. His years in coaching, leading and parenting have equipped him with answers for many of life's toughest moments.…

In Episode 17 “Inclusive Leadership: Building a Stronger Workforce through Second Chance Redemption,” host Marc Koehler engages in a profound conversation with Jeff Korzenik, an economist and author. The episode focuses on the transformative power of today’s business leaders providing second chances to individuals with criminal records - helping th…

Two hustling entrepreneurs who have raised over 18 million dollars for the Northridge hospital. Ultimate connector of people, primarily in sports. Worked with Nike, Adidas and LA gear. They host an annual gala with celebrities like no other event in LA.By Mark Gottfried

MLB pitcher. Overcame the amazing obstacle of being born with one hand. Made it to the majors. Played 10 seasons and capped it off with a no hitter for the Yankees!By Mark Gottfried

In this episode of Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Teri Hart, the author of Hardwired to Learn and a seasoned expert in the field of learning and development. Teri, with a background rich in experience, shares insights into the transformative power of continuous learning and the evolving…

In this episode of the Front Row with Coach Mark Gottfried, Gio Helou dives into his amazingly successful real estate career. Gio surpassed $100 million in sales at a young age along with starring in the hit Netflix show “Selling the OC”. Gio talks about his career and how he enjoys the Netflix opportunity along with balancing his marriage, a newbo…