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October 16, 2025 29 mins

This week, Tim welcomes a trailblazer who knows a thing or two about leadership, resilience, and shaking things up: Toni Will, General Manager and Governor for the Kalamazoo Wings. Her path into sports leadership wasn’t planned, but her bold approach turned challenges into opportunities and reshaped what it means to lead in a male-dominated arena. Toni shares her story of taking risks, pushing boundaries, and resilience.  

Toni doesn’t just talk about breaking barriers, she lives it. She pioneered the iconic ‘Rainbow Ice’ night, launched her own coaching business, delivered a TED Talk, and is preparing to release her first book, proving that purpose and passion can create real impact both on and off the ice. Get ready for an inspiring episode that’s helps us realize that sometimes the best opportunities are the ones you never saw coming. 

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

🏒 Toni’s journey into hockey leadership

🌈 Pioneering Rainbow Ice and championing inclusivity in hockey

💬 The best advice Toni ever got from her dad
 📚 Leadership pillars from her TED Talk and coaching work

👩‍💼 Breaking barriers as one of few female GMs in pro sports


Get in touch with Toni Will: 

Toni’s Personal Website: https://www.toniwill.com 

Kalamazoo Wings Hockey Club

https://kwings.com/team/staff 

Book at Time to Chat: https://www.dyerwealthmanagement.com/start-here.html

Website: https://www.dyerwealthmanagement.com/

Phone: 858-459-3937

Email: tim@dyerwm.com


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