Understanding Loss-of-Value Insurance: An Interview with Richard Giller (Part 1)
Richard Giller, a Partner with Reed Smith, has spent more than 30 years crafting litigation strategies for complex insurance and commercial disputes. A fierce advocate for policyholders, Giller has agreed to join us for a two-part interview series in order to provide insight into the topic of loss-of-value insurance. Can you generally describe what loss-of-value insurance […]
The Power Five Continues to Separate Itself; Could Player Payment Be on Horizon?
The Power Five conferences approved 11 measures in 35 minutes this past week at the annual NCAA convention in Indianapolis. Four of these measures are significant wins for student-athletes. They include mandatory time off for basketball players around Christmas time, extended health benefits for former student-athletes, more money for student hosts, and allowing hockey players […]
Effective Communication: Reading Between The Lines
Once you have started creating a foundation based on a “universal language”, the next step in the development of your effective communication is moving beyond the surface of that language. As that “universal language” begins to empower each member of your program with a voice rooted in a collective definition, it is necessary to consider […]
What are Your Secrets to Success? An Interview with Dr. Janice Hilliard
This week, for three days in Indianapolis, the 2018 NCAA Emerging Leaders Seminar will take place for more than 200 current graduate assistants and interns across the NCAA. The program’s goal is to educate and prepare these individuals for careers in college sports. I was fortunate to speak with an intern from the 1991-92 class, […]
Focus on the Whole Team: Stay Healthy During the Winter
The winter time is the season of indoor sports. For many athletic departments, winter is the busiest season with 10 sports offered by the National Collegiate Athletic Association. For college athletic employees, a busy schedule enduring the harsh winter conditions, dreariness, and isolation can take its toll on your health. Here are a few tips […]
Think of Public Relations as a Tool, Not a Chore
Contrary to what many think about tweeting, adults with responsible positions master this useful social media tool. Billionaire investor Carl Icahn (@carl_c_icahn on Twitter), one of the best in history, has tweeted hundreds of times with 347,000 followers. Texas athletic director Chris del Conte (@del_conte), also one of the best ever, has tweeted thousands of […]