What Michael Jordan Taught Me About Failure | Nike VP Ronnie Wright

Your Divine Design: Living in Purpose

Todd closes season one by exploring the idea of divine design: the unique blueprint God placed in you that shapes your identity, direction, and purpose. He shares personal stories, leadership insights, and a preview of the tools and frameworks coming in 2026 to help people live intentionally. Episode topics include: * You weren’t accidental—your life is evidence of assignment * How your design reveals your direction in each season * Why clarity is a multiplier for purpose and leadership * The commitment required to grow into what God placed in you * How to live and lead in a way that leaves a lasting print A powerful finale that prepares listeners for an even bigger season ahead.

From the Pentagon to Nike: The Leadership Journey of Ken ‘KJ’ Johnson

In this episode, Todd is joined by Ken “KJ” Johnson, whose path spans athletics, the U.S. Air Force, Xerox, and nearly 27 years inside Nike and the Jordan brand. KJ brings a rare blend of military discipline, corporate leadership experience, and deep personal faith. Together they explore: * The leadership principles KJ learned from the military * Why integrity and follow-through define great leaders * The difference between managing tasks and leading people * How empowering others creates winning teams * His journey of faith—from struggle to surrender * His heart for mentoring younger generations * His upcoming book designed to pass down wisdom to young men, especially those without a father figure * What it means to live with purpose at every stage of life KJ’s story is practical, inspiring, and full of wisdom for leaders at every level. Whether you're in business, ministry, parenting, or simply trying to grow—you’ll walk away challenged and encouraged.

From D’s to Top ER Doctor: The Mayo Clinic Story of Dr. Joel Glotfelty

Todd Boffo welcomes Dr. Joel Glotfelty, an Emergency Medicine physician at Mayo Clinic Mankato, whose path from academic struggle and personal loss to medical success offers a profound lesson in resilience. Joel shares how failing classes, losing his father at 13, and later sustaining a traumatic brain injury all became turning points that shaped his character, deepened his compassion, and ultimately led him to create Finish the Race (FTR) — a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring hope and reinvesting in local communities. Together, Todd and Joel discuss: * The mental and emotional toll of working in the ER — and how doctors sustain empathy amid burnout * Why mindset is as powerful as medicine in healing and leadership * The difference between being a victim and being victimized — and how to rise above both * How faith and perseverance transform setbacks into platforms for purpose A powerful reminder that your current chapter doesn’t define your story — your persistence does.

From Tractors to Teslas: The Freeman Motor Company Story

Todd Boffo sits down with Eric Freeman, the founder of Freeman Motor Company, a Portland-based luxury car dealership known for excellence in service and a culture rooted in faith. With more than three decades in the automotive industry, Eric’s story begins as a 9th grader flipping cars on his family farm — and grows into a thriving, purpose-driven enterprise. In this conversation, Todd and Eric discuss: * How passion, risk-taking, and persistence built a decades-long business * The difference between transactional and relational leadership * Building trust within teams and learning to release control * How faith shapes Freeman’s company culture and community impact * The changing landscape of the car business in the age of AI and digital retail Eric’s honesty and humility remind every leader that success isn’t just about what you build — it’s about who you become while building it.

What Michael Jordan Taught Me About Failure | Nike VP Ronnie Wright

Todd Boffo sits down with Ronnie Wright, one of the most influential sneaker designers of his generation and a former Nike VP of Footwear Design. From shaping the Air Force 1 legacy to leading creative teams across Adidas, Pony, and Jordan Brand, Ronnie’s 30+ year career bridges culture, innovation, and faith. In this episode, they explore: * How empathy fuels creativity and leadership * The lessons Ronnie learned from working with legends like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant * Why “failure is part of the process” in design and in life * The power of authenticity, faith, and humility in high-performance environments * How to lead with heart while driving world-class results Ronnie’s story is part masterclass, part testimony — an inspiring reminder that real success is measured not just by what you create, but by who you become.