The Player Development Pod

More Than A Role - Alexander Martin


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Season 2 of The Player Development Pod continues to highlight those doing the work in this space. This week we are honored to have Alexander Martin join the show.

Alexander is one of the most genuine leaders in the sports industry. He inspires others daily to go beyond their roles and make an influence in many ways.

In this episode Ed Jones II sits down with Alexander Martin, as he shares the ways his path of excelling in more than the duties given to him. He is a lifelong learner, who uses this knowledge to impact others. You’ll enjoy this conversation with a future university president. Get your notes ready.

Follow Alexander Martin here:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/__ItsAlexander

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/__itsalexander/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-martin-7a819077/

Learn more about Alexander here:

Alexander Martin is the Manger for Player Engagement with the Miami Dolphins where he is responsible for assisting players and their families with the transition into the NFL, through the NFL, and transition out of the NFL. Alexander is also responsible for cultivating a community of support for players by providing continuing education, financial literacy, professional development, and personal development. With a commitment to helping players become the best version of themselves, Alexander aims to provide players with the resources necessary to make the most of their lives both on and off the field.

Prior to joining the Dolphins, Alexander spent 6 years with the University of Miami working in both higher education and collegiate athletics capacities.

Within the Miami Hurricane Athletics department, Alexander served as the Associate Director for student-athlete development where he implemented UM’s first ever student-athlete leadership academy, the Miami Hurricane Leadership Academy. He is an innovative thinker, detailed thought-seeker, a servant-leader, and a creative strategist that aims to always put his own creative spin on any project he’s involved with.

Honored in 2018 as one of South Florida’s 40 Under 40 Leaders of Today and Tomorrow, Alexander continues to push the creative limits of his own imagination while striving to improve the lives of those around him.


Player Development Pod discussing Dolphins Business Combine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4-7FBfpoGo


Dolphins Combine Links: 

https://www.miamidolphins.com/news/press-release-miami-dolphins-host-sixth-annual-dolphins-business-combine

https://www.miamidolphins.com/news/miami-dolphins-host-fifth-annual-dolphins-business-combine-presented-by-zudy

https://www.miamidolphins.com/news/full-circle-the-dolphins-business-combine


SAMPLE PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CHECKLIST: https://www.btfprogram.com/btf-program-resources/p/player-development-checklist-sample


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