Welcome to Post Run High with Kate Mackz

The Build-A-Bear Experience

From Athlete to CEO

The Importance of Fitness in Leadership

Childhood in Tennessee

Country Roots and Career Aspirations

From Advertising to Mattel: The Barbie Era

Overcoming Perfectionism

Hasbro and the Evolution of Toy Brands

Transforming Build-A-Bear Workshops

Build-A-Bear's Nostalgic Brand

The Power of Nostalgia and Adulting Trends

Digital Transformation and Expanding Horizons

The Build-A-Bear Universe and Future Plans

Leadership Lessons

The Path to Success

Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

Sharon shares her journey to becoming the CEO of Build-A-Bear and the direction she's leading the company.

Sharon Price John, CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, shares her journey from a small-town Tennessee childhood to leading one of America’s most nostalgic brands. She opens up about lessons from Mars, Mattel, and Hasbro, the creative drive that shaped her leadership, and how she transformed Build-A-Bear into a modern, multi-generational company rooted in emotion, innovation, and purpose. Under her leadership, Build-A-Bear has achieved remarkable financial growth and brand revitalization, expanding beyond its traditional retail roots into digital entertainment, licensing, and e-commerce. Her strategic vision not only restored profitability but also positioned Build-A-Bear as a thriving lifestyle brand, proving her to be one of the most dynamic and successful leaders in the consumer and retail industry today.

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Sharon shares her journey to becoming the CEO of Build-A-Bear and the direction she's leading the company.
Sharon Price John, CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, shares her journey from a small-town Tennessee childhood to leading one of America&rsquo;s most nostalgic brands. She opens up about lessons from Mars, Mattel, and Hasbro, the creative drive that shaped her leadership, and how she transformed Build-A-Bear into a modern, multi-generational company rooted in emotion, innovation, and purpose. Under her leadership, Build-A-Bear has achieved remarkable financial growth and brand revitalization, expanding beyond its traditional retail roots into digital entertainment, licensing, and e-commerce. Her strategic vision not only restored profitability but also positioned Build-A-Bear as a thriving lifestyle brand, proving her to be one of the most dynamic and successful leaders in the consumer and retail industry today.
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The perfect companion to Kate Mackz's popular online series The Running Interview Show, Post Run High captures the feel-good energy and real, unfiltered conversations that flow after a great run. Each episode dives into stories, insights, and candid moments with inspiring guests—from entrepreneurs to well-known public figures. Tune in for conversations that get real when the endorphins kick in.

The perfect companion to Kate Mackz's popular online series The Running Interview Show, Post Run High captures the feel-good energy and real, unfiltered conversations that flow after a great run. Each episode dives into stories, insights, and candid moments with inspiring guests—from entrepreneurs to well-known public figures. Tune in for conversations that get real when the endorphins kick in.

Post Run High

Post Run High is Kate Mackz’s feel-good interview show recorded right after a run, walk, or shared movement. In each episode, Kate brings listeners into the relaxed, open headspace that movement creates — where people naturally drop their guard, think more clearly, and speak more honestly.

Kate sits down with entrepreneurs, creators, athletes, artists, innovators, and cultural figures to talk about how they integrate movement into their demanding lives and why it matters. Guests share the routines that keep them grounded, the mindsets that fuel their creativity and resilience, and the practical habits that helped them build successful careers. These aren’t polished, PR-filtered conversations — they’re light, real, and filled with the kind of clarity that only comes after your endorphins kick in.


Post Run High blends career insight with lifestyle inspiration, offering listeners a unique mix of personal stories, actionable tips, and refreshing perspective. Whether you’re an ambitious builder, a movement-lover, or someone looking for a boost of feel-good energy, this show gives you encouragement, tools, and a reminder that even the busiest people make time to move.

Post Run High is Kate Mackz&rsquo;s feel-good interview show recorded right after a run, walk, or shared movement. In each episode, Kate brings listeners into the relaxed, open headspace that movement creates &mdash; where people naturally drop their guard, think more clearly, and speak more honestly.
Kate sits down with entrepreneurs, creators, athletes, artists, innovators, and cultural figures to talk about how they integrate movement into their demanding lives and why it matters. Guests share the routines that keep them grounded, the mindsets that fuel their creativity and resilience, and the practical habits that helped them build successful careers. These aren&rsquo;t polished, PR-filtered conversations &mdash; they&rsquo;re light, real, and filled with the kind of clarity that only comes after your endorphins kick in.
 Post Run High blends career insight with lifestyle inspiration, offering listeners a unique mix of personal stories, actionable tips, and refreshing perspective. Whether you&rsquo;re an ambitious builder, a movement-lover, or someone looking for a boost of feel-good energy, this show gives you encouragement, tools, and a reminder that even the busiest people make time to move.

Post Run High with Kate Mackz

Sharon Price John: The CEO Rebuilding Build-A-Bear

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