On September 10, 2025, the Daviess County CEO Cohort traveled to Indianapolis for an educational session with senior leadership from the Indianapolis Indians, the Triple-A affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The group met with Matt Guay, Vice President and General Manager, and Bryan Spisak, Director of Business Systems and Talent, who generously shared their professional expertise and industry knowledge.
Bryan delivered valuable guidance on interview preparation, emphasizing that candidates typically have only four to five minutes to create a compelling first impression. He stressed the critical importance of connecting employees with the organization's mission as a foundation for business success.
The executives also shared interesting operational insights, including how the organization manages seasonal staffing challenges through strategic hiring practices, particularly leveraging retired individuals during peak periods to meet increased demand.
Essential Career Advice:
***The speakers highlighted several key principles for professional growth:
***Apply lessons learned from every experience
***Embrace what makes you unique in the marketplace
***Focus on genuine passion for your chosen career path
***Actively seek out mentors for guidance and support
***Ask thoughtful questions that create lasting impressions
***Step outside comfort zones to achieve personal and professional growth
Following the presentations, the cohort enjoyed a partial stadium tour that provided insight into professional baseball operations. The visit included a memorable photo opportunity on the field, giving participants a unique perspective of the venue.
The day concluded with the group attending part of an afternoon game, allowing them to experience firsthand the dynamic atmosphere of professional baseball and observe the business operations in action.
The Daviess County CEO Cohort extends sincere appreciation to Matt Guay and Bryan Spisak for their time, insights, and hospitality during this valuable learning experience.