After working with the Seattle Seahawks, the Director of Player Engagement for the Seahawks had this to say about Lainie Hodges and Improv Alchemy, "Imrpov Alchemy rapidly removes the walls that may exist between players, allowing the group to make connections and build relationships more quickly." This perfectly represents why Bobby wanted to grab a cup of coffee with Lainie.
Lainie Hodges is the founder of Improv Alchemy and the second guest focused on the power of improv. A Denver native, Lainie earned her bachelor’s degree in Health and Exercise Science from Syracuse University, she earned a master’s degree from the University of Denver and she studied Sport Counseling at San Diego University for Integrative Studies. Lainie studied improvisation at the Magnet Theater (NYC) and Grafenberg Productions (Denver). Her experience includes developmental work within public school systems, private business, criminal justice, and professional athletics.
This episode is quintessential 50 Cups of Coffee. Bobby spends much more time on this episode on Lainie's journey than planned. Her journey is fascinating! And deeply informative. Lainie has served as a Performance Training Consultant for athletic teams at every level of sports, she served as the Player Engagement Coordinator for the NFL working at their corporate offices in NYC (you will love learning how she got that job) and then set out to start her own performance coaching company working with NFL teams such as the Seahawks and the Ravens as well as countless other organizations.
To check out her work head on over to lainiehodges.com.
Season 2 is dedicated to the late Coach Ashley Riggs, a UNC tar heel, National Champion, captain under our opening guest for Season 2, Anson Dorrance and friend of the Audley family. Just 3 months ago, Ashley passed away after a long battle with cancer. In honor of Ashley, an annual award is being set up through the UNC Women's Soccer program. This award will be presented annually to a player that demonstrates hard work, perseverance and fight. Monies will also go to sponsoring high school teams and players who otherwise may not be able to afford to attend UNC soccer camp.
Donations can be sent to:
Educational Foundation (Women's Soccer)
PO Box 2446
Chapel Hill, NC 27515
Checks can be made out to Educational Foundation (Women's Soccer) and be sure to put Ashley's name in the memo line.
For now, enjoy Bobby's cup of coffee with Lainie Hodges.