“I think the entrepreneurs that have the best shot at success are those who have done the work to understand who they are, to have tons of confidence and courage in what they're building, but to also just be very aware, and humble about what they aren't great at.”

— Melanie Strong

Today’s guest is Melanie Strong, Managing Partner at Next Ventures and former Nike executive for over 18 years. With a history of leading diverse international teams, Melanie is one of the most passionate leaders you can find in the sports, health and wellness space. 

In this interview, Melanie talks about the fundamentals of human performance. Whether you are an athlete or not, you’ll appreciate her humble insights about career development, well-being, company-building, and life fulfilment :) 

“That's my mantra when I ride— humility, humility, humility— over and over again.”

— Melanie Strong

Highlights

• Coming into venture with a fresh set of eyes.
• The exciting developments in sports, health, and wellness. 
• The #1 well-being habit that everyone needs to pay attention to!
• The ‘artform’ of early-stage venture investing.
• The people-first approach to performance and resilience.