The Athlete's Advocate

Welcome back to another episode of "The Pivot Portal," a series powered by The Athlete's Advocate that explores the incredible journeys of numerous professionals and how they successfully transitioned into new careers. Our guest today is an exceptional individual who has mastered the art of pivoting from the basketball court, to the world of tech. Courtney Hayes is an ex-athlete turned Account Manager of Venture Capital Partnerships at Meta, one of the leading companies at the forefront of technological innovation.

As the world continues to evolve, we often wonder what lies ahead for athletes once their competitive days are over. In each episode of "The Pivot Portal," we dive deep into the lives of these extraordinary individuals who have fearlessly embraced change, proving that there are endless opportunities awaiting them beyond sports.

In this episode, Courtney talks about her previous carer as a Division1 Athlete and Coach, the business side of sports, her transition into tech, and so much more! So, whether you're an athlete exploring post-sports opportunities, a professional navigating a career change, or simply someone seeking inspiration from extraordinary individuals who've redefined their own path, this episode is for you.

Welcome back to "The Pivot Portal," a series that explores the inspiring stories of individuals who have successfully transitioned and pivoted from various backgrounds into exciting new careers. On this episode, we have a special guest joining us from Microsoft, a leading tech company that has revolutionized the way we interact with technology. I'm thrilled to introduce our guest, a remarkable individual who has made a successful pivot into the tech industry, please welcome our featured guest, Ivens Applyrs.

Welcome back for another episode of ' The Pivot Portal' series powered by The Athlete's Advocate. Today, we are joined by Zuri Georgestone!

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Welcome to a very special episode of "The Pivot Portal", a series powered by The Athlete's Advocate. This series explores the multifaceted lives of athletes and highlights their accomplishments beyond the sports arena. Today, we have a remarkable guest who exemplifies the power of pursuing diverse passions and finding success in unexpected places.

Welcome Back to another season of the Athlete's advocate. Today, we are joined by current Brand Manager of UFC, Tiandra Williams. Tiandra has been working in the sports and entertainment industry for about 7 years. As a former DI women’s basketball player, arena football player, and enthusiast of the art, mindset, and storytelling behind sport; Tiandra knew she wanted to be in this industry after her career as an athlete. She began working in sports as a sports marketing intern, sports columnist, and broadcast producer while getting her undergraduate and Master’s Degree. She started her professional career from the grassroots as an adidas’ Field Marketer. Since then, she has consulted for and/or partnered with notable brands such as: PlayStation, MGM Resort International, Google, Mastercard, the National Women’s Soccer League, and ABinBev; all with the goal of connecting brands with their audiences through engaging experiences and media consulting. Listen to Tiandra's story and feel free to connect with her on Linkedin!

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Welcome back to another season of the Athlete's advocate. Today, we are joined by Former New York Magazine editor and Professor of Journalism at Syracuse University, Aileen Gallagher. Gallagher joined the Newhouse faculty in 2010. Her research interests are digital editorial and journalism education, and she publishes and speaks regularly on these topics. A nationally recognized expert on the magazine industry, she has been quoted by the New York Times, CNN, Marketplace, WWD, Bloomberg and the Associated Press, among others. She continues to work as a freelance editor and writer for national publications, including The Washington Post, Slate, New York Magazine, Vulture, Cosmo and Bust.

In this episode, Aileen gives a journalist perspective regarding WNBA Star Brittney Griner and the lack of coverage her story is getting in the news. Griner was detained at a Moscow-area airport in February after Russian authorities said a search of her luggage revealed vape cartridge containing hashish oil. As of now, there are no news updates regarding Brittney's detainment or whereabouts. 

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On this episode of the Athlete's Advocate, we are joined by Founder of 'How To Move Without The Ball: The Positioning playbook', Dania Haughton. Dania currently works for IMG Academy and has published for major sports and media companies and outlets such as ESPN, NBC Sports, Sports Illustrated, IMG Academy, and more. She is a digital creator and through her experience being an athlete and working alongside them as a Women’s basketball manager at Villanova, she has since then developed a passion for empowering athletes and amplifying their voices. In this episode, Dania speaks on athletes taking control and narrating their own stories, how her perspective has enlightened her to find solutions on how athletes can navigate their careers and want more for themselves, the intersection of sports and society, being a Brown woman in the sports media industry, and so much more! Make sure to follow the Athlete's Advocate for more content and connect with Dania on all her social media platforms. @theathleteadvocate @daniahaughton

This week, we are joined by Professional basketball player and newest member of RISE Athletes, Devon Brookshire. Devon Graduated from Saint Mary's University where she got her degree in Psychology and a Masters in Kinesiology. After graduation, she started her professional career in Ireland and then went on to play in France, Spain, and is currently in Portugal. In this episode, Devon and I talk about her journey into the pro's and how that journey helped her understand the importance of the mental aspect of the game,  mentors and the importance of them, the difference between mental health and mental illness and how to regulate your mental health, and so much more! Beyond being an athlete, Devon is a current mentor and member of RISE Athletes. A team of world class Athletes on a mission to creating lasting, foundational change through their results-proven mindset development program. Connect with Devon on her social media platforms, subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram for more content! 

In this week's episode, we are Joined by Career Development Coach and CEO of Rock Career Development, Julia Rock. Julia C. Rock is a career and leadership development coach who has helped hundreds of ambitious Black and POC professionals breakthrough career plateaus to secure 6-figure salaries and fulfilling job opportunities. Through her company Rock career Development, she now helps Black and POC former and transitioning basketball players at the professional and collegiate level translate their existing skills into high-paying in-demand careers. She has been featured in several major publications, including Fortune, Business Insider, Monster, and more! Connect with Julia using her social media platforms regarding any questions, inquiries, or network opportunities. 

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On this episode, we are joined by CEO of Rozaay Management and Athlete Tech Group, Randy Osei. Randy Osei is a former athletes turned entrepreneur. In 2015, he launched Rozaay Management, a creative marketing and branding agency that works with many professional athletes, influencers, and brands. Having success with his first venture, he then went on to create and launch the Athlete Technology Group. An events and media company focused on connecting and building athlete and tech entrepreneurs. Randy was also awarded The Ghanaian Entrepreneur of the Year and named a Brampton Top 40 under 40 recipient in 2019 for his work in building sustainable communities and he sits as a board member of Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee for term 2019-2022. During this episode, Randy discusses the importance of bridging athletes and tech, Athletes as investors, training ground and so much more! 

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