Celebrating Greg Leedy: A Farewell & Thank You

Name: Celebrating Greg Leedy: A Farewell & Thank You
Start: 2026-06-02T16:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-06-02T19:00:00-07:00
Location: University of Oregon Portland

Schedule

Tue Jun 02 2026 at 04:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

University of Oregon Portland | Portland, OR

Honoring the legacy of SPM’s Footwear Lab Instructor and Manager, Greg Leedy, and the impact he’s made on our community.
About this Event

Join us as we come together to celebrate and honor Greg Leedy, whose contributions have helped shape the foundation of the University of Oregon Sports Product Management program.

After years of dedicated leadership as Footwear Lab Manager and Instructor, Greg is stepping into his next chapter. His influence on our Innovation Lab, our students, and our broader community has been profound, and this gathering is an opportunity to recognize that impact and say thank you.

What to Expect

An evening centered around connection, appreciation, and celebration:

Time to reconnect with fellow SPM alumni, students, faculty, and industry partners
Reflections on Greg’s impact and contributions to the program
Open lab access to experience the space Greg helped build and evolve
Light food and beverages
A chance to personally thank Greg and wish him well

Come celebrate Greg’s legacy, reconnect with the SPM community, and help us send him off with the gratitude he deserves.

Register to attend and be part of the celebration.

*The event will be held in the Innovation Building in the SPM Innovation Lab, room 200.

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About Greg’s Impact

Greg has been a cornerstone of the SPM experience, bringing a rare combination of creativity, technical expertise, and mentorship to the program.

He played a foundational role in designing, relocating, and rebuilding the SPM Innovation Lab twice, ensuring each space was fully functional, safe, and optimized for hands-on learning. Beyond the lab itself, Greg built and nurtured relationships with factories, suppliers, and industry partners, expanding access to materials, tools, and real-world insights that directly enhanced the student experience.

Most importantly, Greg has invested countless hours mentoring students and supporting faculty with humility, patience, and care. His impact extends far beyond the lab and will continue to be felt across the SPM community for years to come.