There’s a reason so many clich\u00e9s about business come from the sports field; the parallels are endless and powerful. At Zayo, employees like Tory Bauman, Marla Schilling, Allie Castor, and Kimberly Storin exemplify how a background in athletics can foster endurance, promote resilience, and create leaders who excel in the corporate arena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
VP of Finance Tory Bauman<\/a> learned to play golf from her immigrant father \u2014 a man who served as a major influence on her work ethic. Her experience as a one-handicap golfer (meaning: she can handle the most difficult hole on the course) allowed her to handle difficult scenarios and remain resilient when things didn\u2019t go as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Golf is a long game, requiring mental staying power. To do well in a game of golf entails patience, focus, and the ability to stay present in the moment \u2014 all essential components to advancement in any aspect of life or business. Tory’s rise in the corporate world and her attainment of a high-level position at Zayo were built on the kind of mental endurance she cultivated on the golf course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Similarly, being the captain of the Ithaca Women\u2019s Soccer Team gave Marla Schilling, Zayo\u2019s Senior Manager of Brand & Content Strategy<\/a>, the leadership skills necessary to navigate the complexities of Zayo\u2019s rebranding efforts. Just as she once rallied with her teammates in college, Marla now collaborates with her marketing team \u2013 celebrating their wins, navigating setbacks, and offering empathy and encouragement without letting them lose sight of their goals. Marla\u2019s ability to pivot and inspire her team in the face of the unfamiliar reflects the strategic acumen and understanding of team dynamics she developed on the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTranslating Soccer Leadership to Marketing Success<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Calling the Plays for a $500 Million Business<\/h3>\n\n\n\n