Ron Shimek, President of i9 Sports, is a seasoned executive with more than 20 years of experience driving growth and operational excellence across multi-unit, service-based franchise organizations including Neighborly and Carlson Companies.

Ron earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from St. John’s University and is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt. He is known for his data-driven, people-first leadership style and his ability to build high-performing teams focused on sustainable growth. Ron lives in Minnesota with his wife and their four children.