Toni Will is the General Manager of the Kalamazoo K-Wings, a professional men’s hockey team in Michigan. She’s one of the few women in the country leading at that level in a male-dominated sport. Toni’s built her career on grit, leadership, and a genuine love for the game. She’s helped shape the K-Wings into a respected, community-driven organization.

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- @KickinItWithKeenerPodcast #021 - Toni Will

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Tony Will and the K-Wings

02:56 Tony's Journey to Becoming GM

05:54 Navigating Challenges as a Female Leader

08:52 The Importance of Community and Diversity in Sports

12:00 Transitioning to a New Arena and Future Aspirations

14:57 The Role of Players and Team Dynamics

17:58 Personal Growth Through Sports and Challenges

20:48 The Impact of COVID-19 on the K-Wings

23:57 Innovative Community Engagement Initiatives

27:08 The Business of Minor League Hockey

30:05 Triathlon and Personal Challenges

32:56 Conclusion and Reflections on Leadership

41:46 From Gymnastics to Entrepreneurship

43:36 The Journey of Lifestyle Coaching

45:11 Balancing Family and Career

46:23 The Importance of Delegation

48:04 Investing in Personal Growth

49:49 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

51:55 The Art of Public Speaking

54:52 Empowering Women in Sports

57:00 Navigating Challenges in a Male-Dominated Field

01:01:02 Future Aspirations and Community Impact

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