Episode 118: Building Trust with Kevin Acklin

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In this episode, Shawn sits down with Kevin Acklin, President of Business Operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Acklin shares his journey from growing up in South Oakland to leading one of the NHL’s most iconic franchises, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, collaboration, and trust on and off the ice. He also discusses the Penguins’ efforts to build trust with their community, the value of consistently showing up, and the leadership qualities that unite people in sports and beyond.