Leadership Life with Dave Uran

SSCVA President/CEO Dave Uran sits down with GreatNews.Life Founder Chris Mahlmann to discuss a wide array of topics, including the growing tourism industry in Northwest Indiana and his lifelong involvement with sports. The South Shore Convention and Visitors’ Authority is a not-for-profit organization that plays a vital part in the growth of tourism in the Northwest Indiana Region, providing marketing and support services for convention, sports, and special interest segments that help lead to the economic growth and overall enhancement of quality of life in the Region. Uran goes in depth on the impact that tourism has on the Region, and why adding a Convention Center to the area is on the top of his priority list as SSCVA President. Uran speaks about his time being the Mayor of Crown Point, and how the relationships and experiences gained during that tenure have influenced his leadership at the SSCVA. Uran is also actively involved with local sports in the area as a fan and referee, and talks about his perspective on being an official and how it has shaped him as a person. 

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3:00 - Sports Teach Leadership Through Practice and Preparation
5:12 - Family and Coaching Taught Him the Principles
7:21 - South Shore Teamwork Makes Revitalized Dream Work
17:42 - Tourism's Impact in Northwest Indiana
20:39 - Convention Center - Sports Arena - Best of Both
23:34 - Reffing games, using your whistle wisely, and focusing on one play at a time
33:27 - 40 Years of South Shore Tourism
37:19 - Rose and Rise Awards Recognize Excellence
38:40 - Good News Draws People Together
41:54 - Valpo - Your Home Base, the Cubs, and Jeff Samardzija