Episode 018 - Chris Klein

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On today’s episode

of The Wow Factor we’re joined by Chris Klein. Chris the President of the LA Galaxy. Klein serves as the club’s top business executive, overseeing all aspects of business operations, strategic planning and overall management of the team. Klein works closely with Galaxy Head Coach and General Manager Bruce Arena on the soccer aspect of the business and serves as the club’s lead on all MLS and community development related matters. Additionally, Klein continues to ensure the long-term financial stability of the Galaxy and all of the club’s properties, including; the Galaxy Academy and the LA Galaxy Soccer Center in Torrance, California

In this episode…

You’ll hear Chris talk about his soccer career and how he pivoted into the business side, trusting God’s plan, his plan for the LA Galaxy in the years to come, and what it means to lead with integrity and respect.

Highlights:

  • Chris’s 13-year soccer career

  • The future of soccer in America

  • “Where’s God going to lead me next?”

  • How setbacks can become teaching moments

  • Working with the Players Union and being in the middle of Collective Bargaining Agreements

  • Retiring from playing to become president of the team

  • “Generosity inspires generosity”

  • How Chris helped to create the Galaxy Academy for youth soccer players in Los Angeles

  • The excitement when David Beckham and Zlatan Ibrahimović joined the team

  • “Its all about humility and respect” 

Key Takeaway: 

In order to succeed in a business, you must lean on others for advice and wisdom. Have the humility and respect to take it and give it to others in return.

Quotes from the podcast: 

"Generosity Inspires Generosity” - Brad Formsma

"Be humble enough to learn from others” Chris Klein

"Take people in and teach them" Chris Klein


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