Aug. 5, 2023
250. Driving Change through Champion Leadership: Featuring Steve Mesler
In this remarkable episode, we are honored to welcome Steve Mesler, an Olympic gold medalist and the visionary mind behind Classroom Champions. Tune in as Steve delves into the essential skills that pave the path to successful leadership. From making tough decisions with confidence to embracing change as a catalyst for growth, Steve imparts invaluable insights that resonate far beyond the sports arena. Join us as we explore his mission to equip our students with the tools they need to triumph in an unpredictable future.
In this episode, we also discuss:
About Steve Mesler: Steve Mesler is the co-founder and CEO of the international award-winning non-profit Classroom Champions and is a 3-time Olympian and Olympic Gold Medalist in 4-man bobsled. Soon after retiring from Olympic competition, Steve was appointed to the Board of Directors of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee where he chaired the Nominating and Governance Committee and founded the U.S. International Relations Task Force during his 8-years of service. A renowned speaker, and a former teacher and management consultant, in 2010 Steve partnered with his sister, Leigh Parise, PhD, and wife, Rhiannon Mesler, PhD to turn Classroom Champions into the leading sport-for-education organization in the world. The international non-profit has partnered with schools and districts to mentor and teach more than 5 million students a growth mindset and the skills of perseverance and teamwork through evidence-based curriculum and innovative virtual mentoring programs to produce positive academic and life outcomes for students.
Supporting the Podcast! Have you ever thought about supporting the Aspire to Lead podcast? For just $5 a month, you can help me continue to create and produce valuable content for aspiring leaders in education. I understand that everyone has their own preferences and budgets, so if $5 a month isn't feasible for you, no worries! The podcast will always be available to listen to for free. However, if you do find value in the podcast and can afford to contribute, your support would mean the world to me. By contributing, you're enabling me to continue doing what I love and providing you with quality content. Thank you for considering supporting the Aspire to Lead podcast . Your contribution, no matter how small, is greatly appreciated
- Leadership Lessons for All Ages
- The Importance of Social Emotional Learning
- Predicting the Future of Education
- And What Classroom Champions is All About!
About Steve Mesler: Steve Mesler is the co-founder and CEO of the international award-winning non-profit Classroom Champions and is a 3-time Olympian and Olympic Gold Medalist in 4-man bobsled. Soon after retiring from Olympic competition, Steve was appointed to the Board of Directors of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee where he chaired the Nominating and Governance Committee and founded the U.S. International Relations Task Force during his 8-years of service. A renowned speaker, and a former teacher and management consultant, in 2010 Steve partnered with his sister, Leigh Parise, PhD, and wife, Rhiannon Mesler, PhD to turn Classroom Champions into the leading sport-for-education organization in the world. The international non-profit has partnered with schools and districts to mentor and teach more than 5 million students a growth mindset and the skills of perseverance and teamwork through evidence-based curriculum and innovative virtual mentoring programs to produce positive academic and life outcomes for students.
Follow Steve Mesler:
- Website: classroomchampions.org; Steve Mesler
- Twitter: @stevemelser @classroomchamps
- Instagram: @stevemmesler @classroomchampions
- Linkedin: Steve Mesler, M.S.M., OLY | LinkedIn Classroom Champions | LinkedIn
Supporting the Podcast! Have you ever thought about supporting the Aspire to Lead podcast? For just $5 a month, you can help me continue to create and produce valuable content for aspiring leaders in education. I understand that everyone has their own preferences and budgets, so if $5 a month isn't feasible for you, no worries! The podcast will always be available to listen to for free. However, if you do find value in the podcast and can afford to contribute, your support would mean the world to me. By contributing, you're enabling me to continue doing what I love and providing you with quality content. Thank you for considering supporting the Aspire to Lead podcast . Your contribution, no matter how small, is greatly appreciated
