The Jason Cavness Experience

From Olympic Tracks to Boardroom Strategy Byron Robinson on Discipline, Leadership, and Building Robinson & Co


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In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience, Jason talks with Byron Robinson — USA Olympian, entrepreneur, and Chairman & CEO of Robinson & Co, a diversified holding company spanning banking, consulting, and sports investment.

From competing in the 2016 Rio Olympics to leading a financial firm that advises middle-market companies and invests in emerging sports leagues, Byron shares how the lessons of elite athletics translate into disciplined leadership, resilience, and long-term vision. His journey bridges competition, faith, and business — showing how focus and consistency drive success on and off the track.

Episode Highlights

• From Olympic hurdler to financial leader • Founding and growing Robinson & Co Banking and Sports • Debt advisory, equity transactions, and middle-market strategy • Lessons from competition and the pursuit of excellence • The role of faith in leadership and decision-making • NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals and student-athlete mentorship • Building sustainable opportunities in the sports industry • Financial education for athletes and entrepreneurs • Balancing ambition, family, and personal growth • Leadership lessons from Birdman, Master P, and 50 Cent

Guest Bio (Condensed)

Byron Robinson is the Chairman and CEO of Robinson & Co and a 2016 USA Olympian in Track and Field.

Through Robinson & Co Banking, Byron provides strategic debt advisory and financing solutions for middle-market clients, while expanding into equity transactions and consulting through his firm's Presidents Club division. His newest venture, Robinson & Co Sports, invests in and supports emerging sports leagues to help athletes thrive both financially and professionally.

As a former Olympian in the 400-meter hurdles, Byron brings the same discipline and focus that fueled his athletic career to his leadership and investment philosophy — combining performance, vision, and purpose in everything he builds.

Guest Links

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/byron-robinson-oly/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/therealbswagg X – https://x.com/therealbswagg Company Website – https://www.robinsonandcobanking.com/

Sponsor

The Jason Cavness Experience is sponsored by CavnessHR, which delivers HR to companies with 49 or fewer people through a platform that automates HR while providing access to a dedicated HR Business Partner. www.CavnessHR.com

Guest Quote / Advice

"Discipline doesn't stop when the race ends — it just changes lanes. Whether in sports or business, consistency is what separates potential from performance."

Call to Action

🎧 Listen to full episodes: www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com 💡 Learn more about CavnessHR: www.CavnessHR.com 🏦 Explore Robinson & Co: www.robinsonandcobanking.com

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