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Ep 5. Jennifer Cohen, University of Washington Athletic Director
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53 minutes
Released:
Mar 28, 2022
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Welcome back for episode 5 of The Nordy Pod!
In this episode, I chat with one of the most powerful, influential and outstanding women in sports—Athletic Director at the University of Washington, Jen Cohen.
Jen is an outstanding individual, regardless of her involvement in sports. Not only because of her achievements, but for her character. Jen believes that sports provide some of the only environments for learning crucial life skills and disciplines, and places great value on the long-term success of the young adults that come through her sports program. I myself have had the pleasure of getting to know Jen personally, and benefit greatly from witnessing her incredible business acumen and thoughtful leadership. Though Jen didn’t always feel as confident in her own ability to succeed. She describes her younger self as average at best. Never the first pick; always trying to prove herself. But now, being one of only a handful of women Athletic Directors at an NCAA Power Conference School, she has certainly exceeded everyone’s expectations.
After my conversation with Jen, we’re going to hop in the car and take a ride down to our Southcenter store to talk with an employee who’s been working with us since 1974. Her name is Eula Sauerwine. She’s a wonderful woman, a remarkably productive and talented salesperson, and has contributed mightily to Nordstrom through her sales volume and service to customers over decades of the ever-changing retail landscape. I actually worked with her back in the 80s and have always been impressed and inspired by her work ethic.
Thanks for tuning in. We hope you enjoy it!
In this episode, I chat with one of the most powerful, influential and outstanding women in sports—Athletic Director at the University of Washington, Jen Cohen.
Jen is an outstanding individual, regardless of her involvement in sports. Not only because of her achievements, but for her character. Jen believes that sports provide some of the only environments for learning crucial life skills and disciplines, and places great value on the long-term success of the young adults that come through her sports program. I myself have had the pleasure of getting to know Jen personally, and benefit greatly from witnessing her incredible business acumen and thoughtful leadership. Though Jen didn’t always feel as confident in her own ability to succeed. She describes her younger self as average at best. Never the first pick; always trying to prove herself. But now, being one of only a handful of women Athletic Directors at an NCAA Power Conference School, she has certainly exceeded everyone’s expectations.
After my conversation with Jen, we’re going to hop in the car and take a ride down to our Southcenter store to talk with an employee who’s been working with us since 1974. Her name is Eula Sauerwine. She’s a wonderful woman, a remarkably productive and talented salesperson, and has contributed mightily to Nordstrom through her sales volume and service to customers over decades of the ever-changing retail landscape. I actually worked with her back in the 80s and have always been impressed and inspired by her work ethic.
Thanks for tuning in. We hope you enjoy it!
Released:
Mar 28, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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