We try to recruit people that can work in a team environment, are competitive and driven, and it is not a pre- requisite, but many times athletes have those traits.

— Ken Marschner UBS - Executive Director

In my 30 years in the business world, I have found that what an athlete brings to the workplace is discipline, teamwork, a drive for success, the desire to be held accountable and a willingness to have their performance measured.

— Steve Reinemund Pepsico International - Former Chairman & CEO

Athletes have most likely failed more than they've won. But they always get up and keep going. In the work place, this trait creates an employee who will find a way to win.

— FastCompany.com