146. Creating Space for Imposter Syndrome with NFL’s Manager of Fan Experiences, Youth Events, and Events DEI, Kathleen Ikpi

Feb 9, 2023

Don’t you love it when guests get super candid about things like self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or anxiety? They are invisible forces that can very easily hold us back from growing in our careers. But if we talk about them and acknowledge that they exist it helps us conquer them. 

Kathleen Ikpi, Manager of Fan Experiences, Youth Events and Events DEI, for the NFL doesn’t hold back in talking about how imposter syndrome impacts her daily and how she manages it.   

She also opens up and talks about:

• The most embarrassing moment that led to her being a great speaker 
• The trial and error she went through to get comfortable leading and speaking 
• How she got to see all the departments at the NFL and how they work
• What helps ease her anxiety when it comes to public speaking and interviewing 

Get ready to be empowered by everything Kathleen shares about her journey in sports, especially her 14 years working at the NFL.  

 

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Kathleen Ikpi just entered her 14th season with the National Football League and her 7th season with the NFL Events department where she is the Manager of Youth Events,  Fan Experiences and Events DEI initiatives. In this role she is responsible for creating innovative and exciting youth activations and working across various departments to execute the ultimate fan experiences for all stakeholders both on and off the field. Kathleen is passionate about creating diverse and inclusive spaces for all and serves as co-chair of the NFL Pride Employee Resource Group. A native of PG County Maryland, Kathleen is a graduate of Rutgers University and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Political Science.

 

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