Richard McDowell

Energetic and knowledgeable training and development professional versed in facilitating for and developing small/ large groups in any level of leadership. I specialize in virtual and in-person training to create the most premium, fun, interactive and retention based sessions possible. With my extensive self-guided research in human psychology, neuroscience and relationships, I ensure I get the most impact out of every session and interaction.

• I am currently running a Podcast called The 98 Percent Podcast: Real Stories/ Real People to help build connection in the world. Goal is to build connection in a world where people feel more isolated than ever.
• I am a musician and just released my latest album "Into the Abyss" by Nightmare Nevermore. I write music and play multiple instruments. (Guitar, sing, drums, bass, piano.)
• I workout at the gym 5 days a week to keep my health and body in top shape.

• I received multiple promotions throughout my career with Nike. Started on the ground level and worked my way up to the current role of NAX Trainer which is a coveted training role that only 25 positions are available across North America.
• Received multiple entries of positive feedback on how the trainings I conducted impacted the teams and elevated the leaders to another level.
• I was given the opportunity to lead the entire Central Training NAX Trainer Team for a few months as a stretch assignment.

• I received training certifications in the following Nike Curriculums: Facilitation Skills, Feedback Labs, Discover Labs(Career Development), Managing Change, Teamwork, Sales Floor Leadership, Leadership Defined, Rookie Training Camps (Onboarding Content) & Teaming.