Chris Shipley

Pride Month often sparks strong opinions and misunderstandings. Some see it as an agenda being pushed, while others experience it as a vital celebration of freedom and identity. The truth is simple: Pride Month is about the freedom to be who you truly are without fear or shame. It is a time to honor the courage of those who live openly and honestly, and to recognize the ongoing fight for equal rights. This blog explores the history of Pride Month, shares a personal story about my son Tyler,...

Sometimes, imposter syndrome doesn’t knock. It doesn’t ask if now is a good time. It doesn’t care how good life looks from the outside. It doesn’t wait for permission. It just shows up. I live an amazing life. I know that. I don’t say it casually, and I don’t take it lightly. I have a beautiful wife and wonderful kids. A home that still feels surreal some days.Friends who show up, who listen, who care.A career I once dreamed about—working alongside people at ARTISAN who inspire me daily and...

For Iowa State fans, the growing comparison between Jamie Pollard and former Chicago Bulls GM Jerry Krause cannot be ignored. It’s a warning. Both leaders oversaw the greatest eras their programs had ever seen. Both struggled to share control with the very coaches who built that success. And both believed they could recreate a golden era simply by making “the next great hire.”