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EXECS WHO RUN

Clive Ormerod: From Retail Floor to Global CEO

22 Jun 2025

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Clive Ormerod has led some of the most exciting brands in Australasia—but at his core, he’s a man who finds his best thinking on the run.In this episode, Clive joins Jason to talk about his unique journey from aspiring pilot to retail entrepreneur, Nike marketing leader, Les Mills CEO, and now global CEO of AS Colour. With stories from New Zealand, the UK, South Africa, and beyond, Clive shares the mindset shifts that have shaped his leadership and the role running plays in keeping him grounded, clear-headed, and driven. Key Moments in This Episode: Growing up in South Africa and discovering sport later in lifeHow retail and Nike shaped his leadership and love for movementLeading Les Mills through global disruption and the COVID crisisThe link between endurance sport and leadership resilienceReturning to New Zealand and redefining success through simplicityWhy every leader should commit to doing something hardLessons on storytelling, team culture, and customer obsession Follow Clive Ormerod:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliveormerod/Stay Connected with Jason & Execs Who Run: Jason Hunt: LinkedIn | InstagramExecs Who Run: LinkedIn | InstagramWebsite: execswhorun.comStrava: Join our Strava Group Support the Show: If Clive’s story inspired you, follow, rate, and review Execs Who Run on your favourite podcast platform. Share this episode with a friend or leader who’s ready to run toward growth.

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