4.24.24
Episode 5
Baseball United Co-Founder Barry Larkin on Pioneering New Grounds in the Game of Baseball
Join host Liam Skiffington as he sits down with Baseball United co-founder Barry Larkin to explore the origins and core values of the organization, including innovation, inclusivity, and diversity. Larkin discusses the importance of community engagement alongside the development of the professional league and the challenges of introducing baseball to new regions. Barry also highlights the role of the ownership group in fostering sustainability and becoming integral to community fabric. Reflecting on his MLB career, Larkin shares how his leadership roles have shaped his business approach and the profound impact his mentors had on him. He recounts his proudest moments, such as winning the World Series, and observes changes in player development and management strategies since his retirement. The conversation concludes with Barry’s insights on the qualities of today's promising young shortstops, wrapped up by a rapid-fire session where he shares quick thoughts on various baseball topics.
What We Discuss
- 1:08 Background on Barry’s Involvement in Baseball United
- 2:52 Barry’s Relationship with Kash Shaikh
- 4:44 Baseball United Core Values
- 6:10 Barry’s role in Baseball United
- 9:00 Understanding the market
- 10:09 Inclusivity & Opportunities in baseball
- 15:38 Importance of owners investing their time
- 18:56 The future success of Baseball United
- 25:15 Goals of Baseball United
- 32:16 Importance of ensuring inclusivity & diversity in Baseball United
- 34:15 How Barry’s playing career has influenced his approach in business
- 40:33 Barry’s mentors when he was playing
- 43:09 Barry’s current approach to mentorship
- 47:00 Barry’s proudest moment of his career
