Reinvention is a skill—and elite performers learn it early.

In this episode of Dealmaker$, Shane sits down with Jason Garey, MLS Cup Champion with Columbus Crew, University of Maryland standout, and current partner at Meridian Financial, to unpack how competitive instincts translate far beyond the field.

Jason walks through his unconventional path—from walk-on college athlete to national champion, then into wealth management—sharing what it takes to rebuild credibility in a completely new industry and city without a built-in network.

The conversation explores how habits forged in elite sports—preparation, resilience, and accountability—became the foundation of a thriving advisory practice serving business owners and professional athletes.

We dig into:
• Jason’s transition from professional soccer to financial strategy
• Building a client base from zero in a new market
• Leadership principles that carry across industries
• Advising high performers on long-term wealth, risk, and discipline
• Balancing analytical rigor with creativity, conservation, and writing
• Why the best pivots are intentional—not reactive

This episode isn’t about celebrity or shortcuts. It’s about transferable skills, earned trust, and understanding that the next chapter requires the same focus as the first.

Whether you’re an athlete planning life after competition, a business owner navigating growth, or someone contemplating a major career pivot, this is a grounded conversation about rebuilding momentum—and doing it the right way.

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