University of Minnesota Athletics
Leadership U Launches Fall Speaker Series with ETS Performance
1/12/2026 2:19:00 PM | Leadership U
On October 28th, Leadership U hosted its annual Speaker Series featuring Ryan and Heidi Englebert, founders of ETS Performance. The Speaker Series invites influential leaders to campus to share experiences and insights that support the personal, athletic, and professional development of student-athletes.
Student-athletes from across Golden Gopher Athletics gathered to hear Ryan and Heidi share their journey of building ETS Performance, navigating adversity, and creating a culture grounded in integrity, accountability, and long-term impact. Their stories encouraged attendees to reflect on identity beyond sport and the habits necessary to thrive both in and out of their sport.
Throughout the evening, the speakers challenged student-athletes to think intentionally about leadership influence and the ways they serve their teams and communities. Their words sparked meaningful conversations around perseverance, resilience, and leading with purpose in both athletics and business.
A highlight of the evening was the engaging Q&A session, where student-athletes had the opportunity to connect directly with the speakers. Special recognition goes to Aidan Jones (Men's Cross Country), Sarah Moraw (Gymnastics), and Sarah Martin (Soccer) for their thoughtful and in-depth questions that helped drive deeper discussion and reflection. Leadership Council member Gabe Nagel, a fifth-year Wrestler, introduced the speakers and set a powerful tone for the evening.
Leadership U's Speaker Series is designed to equip student-athletes with practical leadership tools, broaden perspectives, and provide meaningful connections with leaders who embody excellence, character, and service.
Student-athletes from across Golden Gopher Athletics gathered to hear Ryan and Heidi share their journey of building ETS Performance, navigating adversity, and creating a culture grounded in integrity, accountability, and long-term impact. Their stories encouraged attendees to reflect on identity beyond sport and the habits necessary to thrive both in and out of their sport.
Throughout the evening, the speakers challenged student-athletes to think intentionally about leadership influence and the ways they serve their teams and communities. Their words sparked meaningful conversations around perseverance, resilience, and leading with purpose in both athletics and business.
A highlight of the evening was the engaging Q&A session, where student-athletes had the opportunity to connect directly with the speakers. Special recognition goes to Aidan Jones (Men's Cross Country), Sarah Moraw (Gymnastics), and Sarah Martin (Soccer) for their thoughtful and in-depth questions that helped drive deeper discussion and reflection. Leadership Council member Gabe Nagel, a fifth-year Wrestler, introduced the speakers and set a powerful tone for the evening.
Leadership U's Speaker Series is designed to equip student-athletes with practical leadership tools, broaden perspectives, and provide meaningful connections with leaders who embody excellence, character, and service.
Speaker Series - Ryan and Heidi Englebert
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