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Episode Summary: In this episode of World Class Business, Dr. Dan interviews motorsport driver Owen Trinkler the all-time leader in career races on the IMSA Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge. Owen discusses his experience growing up as a second-generation driver, playing multiple sports before starting his professional racing career. Owen talks about the extraordinary challenges he’s encountered in motorsport during his 20-year career and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Owen shares how these lessons from motorsport can be transferred into the world of business and how he’s personally used his experience to begin to transition into property management and real estate. Moreover, Owen also discusses his greatest passion and priority – family. There is something for everyone in this episode, it’s packed full of information about how to succeed in motorsport, business, and family life. In this episode of World Class Business you will learn about: Owen Trinkler’s experience being from a racing family and his multisport background. The specific demands and challenges of motor racing that make it a sport. The mental and physical training strategies Owen employs to maintain a competitive edge. The necessity of solid ownership and team dynamics in order to be successful in the business and competition of motorsport. What Owen learned from his experience in sport and how he has transferred it into property management. How Owen has used sport as a vehicle to instill values in his children. Individuals, organization, places, and items mentioned in this episode: Sports Car Club of America – SCCA Daytona Rolex 24 at Daytona National Football League – NFL The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing – NASCAR The International Motor Sports Association – IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Continental SportsCar Tire Challenge Nissan Altima Porsche Cayman Ford Mustang Chevy Camaro IMSATV.com Fox Sports 1 – FS1 Watkin Glens International Sarah Cattaneo – Owens current Professional Amateur Partner – Last 8 years Joseph Riddick "Rick" Hendrick III Roger Penske Chip Ganassi Joe Cattaneo IMSA Radio Airbnb Gary Ashton Re/Max Advantage - official real estate group of The Tennessee Titans Dr. Jacques Dallaire of Performance Prime Group author of Helping Kids Perform Eric Burche of P1 Groupe Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/owentrinkler @owentrinkler http://www.highway65vacationrentals.com/ http://p1groupe.com/ www.imsa.com https://sportscarchallenge.imsa.com/ https://imsatv.imsa.com/ Special Thanks to: Eric Burch of P1 Groupe

Episode Summary: In this episode of World Class Business, Dr. Dan interviews World Champion and Olympic Freestyle Skier Michelle Roark. Michelle describes how she turned her childhood dreams of becoming an Olympian and chemical engineer into a reality. Michelle openly shares the financial and personal challenges she faced to pursue and carry out these dreams. She also describes how after over 16 years of competition on the world stage she transitioned her competitive spirit and success from sport into the world of business; first, as a Spa owner and then as an innovator in the field of energy therapy and aromatherapy. In this episode of World Class Business you will learn about: The winning perspective and tenacity Michelle Roark gained while living on her own pursuing her dreams. The importance support systems and teams played in both Michelle’s athletic and business success. The lessons sport played in helping Michelle launch her business. How Michelle brought the science of energy into spas and created an innovative natural product line. Michelle’s new book coming out detailing her innovative work in bioenergetics. Some of Michelle’s routines and practices to enhance peace of mind and mental clarity. Individuals, organizations, places, and items mentioned during this episode: Colorado School of Mining Phia Labs Phia Alchemy Salon Spa 2150 Curtis St., Denver, CO 80205 (303) 292-2728 One of Michelle’s favorite quotes and guiding principles. “Everything is energy and that’s all there is to it. Match the frequency of the reality you want and you cannot help but get that reality. It can be no other way. This is not philosophy. This is physics.” - Albert Einstein Links https://www.mines.edu/ www.Phialab.com www.phiaalchemy.com

Episode Summary: In this episode of World Class Business, Dr. Dan interviews Shannon Miller the most decorated Olympic Gymnast in American history. Over the course of Shannon’s remarkable career in gymnastics, she won 59 International and 49 National competition medals, including 7 Olympic Medals (2 Gold, 2 Silver, 3 Bronze) and 9 World Championship Medals (5 Gold, 3 Silver, 1 Bronze). After retiring from competition, Shannon Miller received her undergraduate degrees in marketing and entrepreneurship from the University of Houston and her law degree from Boston College; she then went on to launch her company Shannon Miller Lifestyle: Health and Fitness for Women. Shannon discusses her start in gymnastics and journey to become one of the greatest competitors the sport has ever seen. Shannon openly shares the lessons she learned from gymnastics and how it helped her create a successful company. In this episode of World Class Business, you will learn about: Shannon Miller’s secrets to succeeding at an ultra-elite level in the world of gymnastics. How Shannon cultivated mental toughness and the ability to focus. Shannon’s ability to use challenges and failures as learning opportunities in both gymnastics and business. Shannon’s transition from gymnastics into the world of business. Shannon’s personal experience with and recovery from ovarian cancer. The importance of developing trust in your business team. The benefits of seeking mentors and coaches when starting your business. Individuals, organizations, places, and items mentioned during this episode: Steve Nunno - Shannon Miller’s longtime coach. Totana Italy – Site of International competition where Shannon’s dreams of the Olympics were first sparked. 1992 Olympics 1993 World Championship 1996 Olympics Mary Lou Retton Kim Zmeskal Simone Biles Nastia Liukin Svetlana Vasilyevna Khorkina Shannon Miller Enterprises and Shannon Miller Lifestyle Shannon Miller Radio Show Shannon Miller Foundation Links mentioned in episode: Website: http://www.shannonmiller.com Twitter: @shannonmiller96 https://twitter.com/shannonmiller96 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmiller96/?hl=en @shannonmiller96 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SMlifestyle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShannonMillerOfficial/ Special thanks to: Lauren Fox

Episode Summary: In this episode of World Class Business, Dr. Dan interviews Commissioner of The LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association) Michael “Mike” Whan. Mike has served as the Commissioner of The LPGA for the last eight years, where he has led a resurgence within the association by enhancing business relationships, embracing the global makeup of the Tour, and piloting the “See Why It’s Different Out Here” marketing campaign that focused on the unique and approachable personalities of the LPGA’s players. Before becoming Commissioner of The LPGA, Mike Whan worked for: Proctor and Gamble Company as Director of Marketing of Oral Care; Wilson Sporting Goods Company as a Vice President and General Manager; TaylorMade-Adidas Golf as Executive Vice President and General Manager of North America. Mike discusses many of these experiences and much more during this interview. He also shares many personal and entertaining anecdotes that clearly illustrate the relationship between sport and business. In this episode of World Class Business, you will learn about: How Mike Whan learned and honed his leadership style from huddles, dugouts, and time-outs. How Mike Whan’s formiddabe years in sport helped him learn delegating skills and trust in his business team. Mike Whan’s critical first 100 days at The LPGA, where he focused on listening, learning, and assessing systems & processes. How Mike Whan led The LPGA to shift their culture and use role reversal to consider sponsorship as a primary means of growth within the association. Mike Whan’s knack for turning struggling corporations and organizations around. Mike Whan’s initial interview with The LPGA Tour and why it was a great fit for both parties. The innovative makeup of The LPGA Board and how it has helped The LPGA Tour succeed. The LPGA Tour’s massive strategic shift and transition to globalization – the “doing it part” to making women's golf go worldwide. What Mike Whan looks for in a potential employee – the employee selection process. “The Sixty Day Proctor and Gamble Rule” – which has helped Mike Whan maintain perspective, stay goal minded, and avoid being part of "the machine. Individuals, organizations, places, and items mentioned during this episode: Condoleezza Rice The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour Nancy Lopez Arnold Palmer Annika Sorenstam Proctor and Gamble – Crest Toothpaste Arm and Hammer Baking Soda Toothpaste Wilson Sporting Goods TaylorMade Golf National Basketball Association - NBA National Football League - NFL Walmart International Business Machine – IBM Olympics Major League Baseball – MLB Twitter Links from episode: http://www.LPGA.com twitter - @LPGACommish https://twitter.com/LPGACommish Special Thanks to: Candace Adkison