10 years of an idea based on values and approach to life
The idea of IncubatorU within Nike maximizing the potential of the ideas from within the company I believe could still work today.
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- Jan 22
- 2 min
Seed, scale and replicate
The approach at IncubatorU takes ideas that begin as a seed and aligns people, processes and projects to be able to scale.
- Jan 7
- 4 min
Just doing it wrong at times is the solution to getting it right
How the IncubatorU 5-Step Methodology is applied to any situation. Every year while I was leading the product creation for Nike Tennis I...
- Mar 4, 2022
- 3 min
Glass half full
How do you approach your life? Is the glass half full or half empty? Attitude and habits are everything. Assume positive intent.
- Mar 4, 2022
- 4 min
Vibrant and wired communities drive new opportunities!
During the past 12 months I have seen rural communities that have brought fiber networks to their towns creating economic and educational
- Mar 4, 2022
- 2 min
Focus on what is possible
Our ability to provide a clear vision and mission to our network of coaches and partners for the benefit of these athletes
- Mar 4, 2022
- 3 min
A Track becomes a refuge for athletes as well as a community
The same home stretch that was a refuge for athletes to compete safely this summer became a refuge for many local residents
- Mar 4, 2022
- 4 min
Click Moments* that change your trajectory...
A Click Moment includes acting on an opportunity that presents itself in front of you.
- Mar 4, 2022
- 4 min
The Athletic Department and Blue Ribbon Sports...starting young at Nike. 1978-83
I tell people I grew up with the company ( Nike) and love the experiences and relationships I gained through those formative years.
- Mar 4, 2022
- 3 min
Ask yourself how you can help... I asked at at Age 16: Do you need shoes tested?
The simplicity of the approach to reach out to see if you can help resulted with the loading up my car with 3-4 cases of prototype Nikes
- Mar 4, 2022
- 3 min
Grit, passion and the permission to dream.......
My intention is to bring inspiration and and share an approach through my experiences and stories that I can help you have your own approach
- Mar 4, 2022
- 3 min
If track spikes could talk.....Day 5 of 5!
I have to admit it has been fun for me to research some of the spikes and remember those early memories of my first few sets of spikes.
- Mar 4, 2022
- 3 min
If track spikes could talk...1973-Day 4 of 5
The sport of track and field including cross country created friendships and memories for life. I am impressed with the craftsmanship.
- Mar 4, 2022
- 2 min
If track spikes could talk...1948-Day 1 of 5
I love the history and heritage of products and want to share as I continue to go through my archives
- Mar 4, 2022
- 5 min
What would Geoff Do ?
This was the question I would ask myself with every decision that I would make during my final few years at Nike. I would describe this...
- Mar 4, 2022
- 5 min
Virtual team Leadership
I would love to work with your company or organization to build a strategy that brings your virtual team together to create a great place to
- Mar 4, 2022
- 3 min
Innovation at the Intersection
We love any opportunity that has the potential to bring a diverse group of people together to accomplish something spectacular.
- Mar 4, 2022
- 1 min
IncubatorU Media HIghlights
Michael Bergmann's Media Updates:
- Mar 4, 2022
- 5 min
Fearless Innovation Together
Perfect conditions, an electric atmosphere, and three fit and determined athletes created a magical moment for thousands of local track fans
- Mar 4, 2022
- 8 min
Team Transformation Inspired by those on the team!
I have so many stories about how an organization or team has all the tools in the world to be great but something gets in the way of that...
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