In this episode of Unlock Potential with David Archibald, we sit down with Derek Grundy, COO of Huali Industrial Nike Division, a leader in the footwear industry. With over 20 years of experience, Derek shares invaluable insights on leading a team of 50,000 employees and scaling a business in the competitive and ever-changing footwear industry. From his early career in sports management to managing multi-million-dollar operations, Derek’s journey reveals the power of leadership, empathy, and hard work. We dive into:

• How Derek’s background shaped his leadership style.
• The importance of building relationships in a manufacturing environment.
• Key leadership skills to inspire and empower teams.
• Overcoming challenges during the pandemic and motivating a global workforce.
• And much more...