In this episode of Straight Lines, host Tim Neiman welcomes Dedan Brozino, President of the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation and Chief Development Officer of the Rose Bowl Stadium, for a powerful conversation about leadership, legacy, and community.

Dedan shares his journey from small-town Pennsylvania to the world stage in Pasadena, managing one of America’s most iconic venues. Together, he and Tim explore:

How small-town roots shaped his relationship-driven leadership style

The art of fundraising through storytelling and connection

Balancing tradition and innovation at a 100-year-old landmark

Leading through crisis and community service after the Eaton Fire

What the Rose Bowl’s next 100 years might look like

A masterclass in humility and vision, this episode reveals how true leaders blend gratitude, grit, and grace — and how legacy is built one relationship at a time.

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