#123 - Dominique Waters, Founder & Exec Director, Akron Sneaker Academy

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Welcome back to another episode of the #squarepizzapod. This week, Greg is in conversation with Dominique Waters, Founder & Exec Director, Akron Sneaker Academy. Akron's mission is to shape the next generation of innovators—one sneaker at a time. 

In this episode: 

• Akron Sneaker Academy (ASA)
  • An initiative empowering youth through sneakers and STEAM industries.
• LeBron James, founder of the UNKNWN brand, 
  • Deep ties to Akron
  • Leadership lessons after one year of leading ASA
• ASA’s mission and goals
  • Using sneakers to introduce kids to science, technology, engineering, arts, and manufacturing.
• ASA's offerings:
  • Sneaker Summer Camps
  • After School Enrichment
  • Lace-Up Learning Workshops
• Business strategies and community impact
  • ASA’s role in Akron.

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