Voices from the Field --- Sport Industry Professional Insights

Hosts Brian Avery and Shelley Lyle, with the University of Florida Department of Sport Management, Office of Engaged Learning interviewed Jocelyn Moore, Draft Kings Board Member, Former NFL Executive, and currently an Open Access Executive Fellow.   

Jocelyn received her bachelor's in English and her master’s in education from the University of Florida. Jocelyn was a Managing Director for the Glover Park Group, a young leader for the French-American Foundation, a Chief Communications Officer for the NFL, an Angel Investor for Pipeline Angels, and an Executive in Residence for The Gathering Spot.  

For more than two decades, Jocelyn has been a trusted advisor to bipartisan Members of Congress, CEOs, executive branch officials, and governors. With experience working across multiple disciplines, Jocelyn continues to help business executives successfully navigate the most daunting political, regulatory, and reputational challenges.  

Please tune in to learn what Jocelyn shared with #UFSPM

Hosts Brian Avery and Shelley Lyle, with the University of Florida Department of Sport Management, Office of Engaged Learning, interviewed Sean Gagnon, the CEO of The Abs Company.   

Sean received his bachelor's in Exercise Science from Trenton State College and his master’s in Exercise Science from the University of Florida. He worked for the Nukkles Company for over 20 years and is currently the CEO of The Abs Company, a company he has been with for over 17.   

Please tune in to learn what Sean shared with #UFSPM

Hosts Brian Avery and Shelley Lyle, with the University of Florida Department of Sport Management, Office of Engaged Learning, interviewed Bennie Fowler an NFL Wide Receiver, Leadership Coach/Consultant, and Amazon Best Selling Author.  

Bennie received his bachelor's degree from Michigan State University. He has been a wide receiver in the NFL since 2014 and is currently playing for the New Orleans Saints. Fun fact: Bennie caught Peyton Manning's last pass in Super Bowl 50.   

Besides playing football Bennie is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, and author of Amazon's bestselling book Silver Spoon: The Imperfect Guide to Success.   

As an athlete and a professional Bennie is an inspiring person. Please tune in to learn what Bennie shared with #UFSPM

Hosts Brian Avery and Shelley Lyle, with the University of Florida Department of Sport Management, Office of Engaged Learning, interviewed Marcus Givens, a UF alum, former football player, and currently and Event Coordinator for ASM Global. 

Marcus Givens received his bachelor’s degree in Tourism, Event, Recreation, and Sport Management from the University of Florida in 2019. Marcus previously worked in guest services for the University Athletic Association (UAA) as an operations assistant. He also interned with SMG Worldwide Entertainment in the convention show/venue management space before taking on his current role with ASM Global in Jacksonville, FL.  

Marcus provided exceptional insight regarding his transition from student-athlete to working in the fast-paced and challenging world of convention show/venue management. Please tune in to learn what Marcus shared with #UFSPM

Hosts Brian Avery and Shelley Lyle, with the University of Florida Department of Sport Management, Office of Engaged Learning, interviewed Tom Farrey, the Executive Director, Sports & Society Program at The Aspen Institute.   

Tom Farrey is a builder – of essential knowledge, vivid stories, pioneering ideas, original tools, shared strategies, and a cross-sector movement to grow the quality and quantity of sport activity in communities everywhere.   

Tom has a wealth of knowledge across many industry sectors, please tune in to learn what Tom shared with #UFSPM

Hosts Brian Avery and Shelley Lyle, with the University of Florida Department of Sport Management, Office of Engaged Learning, interviewed Justin Su'a, the Head of Mental Performance, Tampa Bay Rays.  

Justin helps athletes become elite decision-makers through mental skills training. He has worked with the NFL, PGA, elite CrossFit athletes, MLB, NCAA, the U.S. Army, and various corporations. 

Justin has also authored two books: "Parent Pep Talks: The 10 Must-Have Mental Skills Your Child Must Have to Succeed in Sports, School, and Life"

Please tune in to learn what Justin shared with #UFSPM