Sam Pines
Good Karma Brands and ESPN Cleveland
Education: Lehigh University
What Guides My Decision Making: I try to understand others’ intent and put everyone in a position to succeed.
Favorite Quote: “Listen to understand … Don’t listen to reply.”
What Motivates Me: Growth
Most Important Leadership Quality: Listening
Proudest Moment: Deborah (my wife) approving all my answers on this form
Theme Song of My Leadership Style: “High Hopes”
My Very First Job and What I Learned From It: I was a crossing guard for a local park district camp. I guess I learned to look both ways before leading people — or someone could get hit by a bus.
Hobby/Passion: Hanging with Ellie and Zoey, laughing with friends and family and playing golf
If I Were a Character from a TV Show or Movie, I’d Be: I definitely looked up to Zack Morris, but I was never that cool — so probably more Screech.