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Community Coming Together
We're a couple days into spring and there's a new look to the track, especially the pond. Throughout the winter, Cliff Richardson has...
Mar 231 min read


Move-Explore-Connect: How to Incorporate Movement into Your Daily Routine for a Healthier Life
Throughout my career at Nike, which has been marked by a commitment to innovation, performance, and personal growth, as well as my own...
Feb 244 min read


Rafael Nadal: A Reflection on an Iconic Tennis Career
Rafa arrived at the Nike campus in December of 2004 with his team to visit the Nike Sports Research Lab to help him overcome injury
Nov 25, 20243 min read


The Measure Of Success
It was a chilly afternoon at Lane Community College a couple of weeks ago. Runners from all over were warming up to compete in the SD 4...
Nov 13, 20242 min read


Unveiling the Untapped Potential: How Rural Communities Can Ignite Innovation with IncubatorU's 5 Step Methodology
In today’s fast-paced world, rural communities hold incredible potential for innovation and growth.
Nov 8, 20243 min read


Uncover the Hidden Gems: Embark on an Adventure to Discover Oregon's 7 Stunning Regions and Embrace a Healthier Lifestyle!
Oregon is a state rich in diverse landscapes, vibrant communities, and captivating history. From the breathtaking coastline to the rugged...
Nov 5, 20245 min read


Unveiling the Thrilling Fusion of Roller Derby and Track and Field: Exploring the Possibilities of a Dynamic New Sport!
This past weekend, the global roller derby community gathered in Portland, Oregon, for the much-anticipated WFTDA Roller Derby...
Nov 4, 20244 min read


Missing Jon Bowerman's presence in this world...
Last week we lost one of Oregon's most colorful personalities at the ripe age of 86. Jon Bowerman left a legacy as a coach, cowboy,...
Oct 31, 20243 min read


Labor Day Fest Success
McKenzie Track Board member, Jamee Savidge, talks to folks as she helps with Homes for Good, the organization re-developing Lazy Days...
Sep 8, 20241 min read


Community Members make all the difference in the work at the McKenzie Community Track and Field
As the summer drew to a close at the McKenzie Community Track and Field we thank those that came to help get ready for our Labor Day Event,
Aug 25, 20242 min read


Riding with friends for a cause.....Ride the Rapids Deschutes River year 3
This upcoming weekend is the 3rd Annual Ride the Rapids Deschutes River. We are expecting about 100 cyclists descending into Wasco County...
Apr 30, 20244 min read


"The Power of Incremental Change: How Small Steps can Lead to Big Impact for Active Learners"
The Bill Bowerman Legacy Track and Field Clinic with World Class Coach Harry Marra We had a vision of creating a quality track and field...
Mar 22, 20244 min read

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.
Feb 26, 20244 min read


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 22, 20242 min read


Imagination brings cycling event to Maupin-Ride the Rapids Deschutes River
It has been just over 4 years since we Imagined the Maupin Deschutes River Athletic Complex. The vision has always been to build a...
Jan 21, 20246 min read


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...
Jan 7, 20244 min read

The reviews are in on My book: Innovation from the Ground Up.
My book has been read in 9 countries, made the top 10 lists in multiple categories in 6 different countries including #1 in the USA on...
Dec 6, 20235 min read


Look at the bright Side
I love it when the seasons begin to change in the Northwest and it gives me an opportunity to reflect on the past year. It has been a...
Oct 12, 20232 min read


The IncubatorU Mobile Innovation Lab
I have always believed that innovation comes from within the collective genius of a diverse group of people and not necessarily tied to...
Oct 3, 20233 min read


Brand Values that pass the test of time
It has been a busy few weeks since the launch of my book, INNOVATION FROM THE GROUND UP-Using IncubatorU's 5-Step Methodology to...
Sep 24, 20231 min read
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