Postseason

Honored to be part of an inspiring keynote panel at the LATAM Investment Convergence Summit 2024, presenting “Capital Untapped” with an incredible group of leaders and former athletes. We dove into the unique opportunities for athletes and investors to create impact beyond the game, sharing insights that bridge sports, business, and purpose. I had the pleasure of sharing stories about my transition and what led to the creation of Postseason . Thank you to the organizers for bringing us together to discuss the power of athlete influence in LATAM and beyond. It’s clear that by investing in holistic, purpose-driven ventures, we can unlock new pathways for success and sustainability. I’m excited to continue building on this momentum! Daniel Hughes - grateful for your heart and vision. Here’s to redefining influence and untapped potential together! 🏆 #LATAMInvestment #CapitalUntapped #AthleteInfluence #Postseason

🌊 Join us for the Student & Alumni Entrepreneurship Summit 2024! 🌊 Pepperdine's Entrepreneurship Club invites alumni to connect and innovate at the Student & Alumni Entrepreneurship Summit on Saturday, October 5, during Waves Weekend on the Malibu campus. Featured Speaker: Keynote: Brad Klune, VP at Intro Panelists: Ryan Groves (MA '15), Co-Founder of Slyngshot Frances Garcia (MBA '23), Co-Founder of Postseason Harout Z Markarian (MBA '19), Founder and CEO of MARKBOTIX Sheena Jongeneel (MBA '19), Co-Founder of Stylette Don't miss this chance to engage with fellow Waves and industry leaders! Register: https://bit.ly/4eOaVGJ

Excited to share the stage with some champions!

👟 Executives on the ground, shaping the future of athletes! Both Founder/CEO - Jelani Jenkins and Co-Founder/Chief Growth Officer - Frances Garcia, MBA are out in the field, working directly with student-athletes to empower their growth within and beyond the game. They are fully immersed with institutions like private High School, Our Lady of Good Counsel & University of New Orleans respectively. Their independent efforts, are fueling the Postseason ecosystem and enhancing its offering to create a the right spaces for athletes when they leave the game. Get the full story here: https://lnkd.in/g8gc_2uk

Thrilled to see the NCAA and Meta collaborating on the NIL Empower Program! 🎉 As a former D1 athlete and advocate for current/former athletes, I know how crucial it is for athletes to have the right resources and platforms to succeed. This partnership is a game-changer for student-athletes, giving them the tools to capitalize on their name, image, and likeness. With Meta's support, the NCAA creates incredible opportunities for athletes to build their brands and set up successful futures. The focus on education ensures athletes are not just given opportunities, but also taught how to navigate and maximize them. At Postseason, Inc., Jelani Jenkins and I are all about empowering athletes to find their footing after sports, helping them achieve their 'championship in life.' This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission, and I can't wait to see the positive impact on the athletic community. Huge kudos to the NCAA and Meta for this innovative initiative! We are looking forward to seeing all the amazing things athletes will accomplish with this support. 🙌 https://lnkd.in/gUCrpN47 #NCAA #Meta #NILEmpower #StudentAthletes #AthleteBranding #PostseasonInc #Empowerment #AthleteSuccess

The Alston for Athletes Programs Team is looking to raise an additional $500 in order to provide a Mental Health Scholarship to a student-athlete from my alma mater Saint Francis University! Our Mental Health Scholarships include: - Connection to clinical sport psychologist for the 2024-2025 school year - 16 free mental health therapy sessions - Free access to The Zone - Career Development I cannot thank Christa Doyle Patterson MS, MA, LMFT-Associate, Christiana Kyles, M.Ed., M.S. , LPC-C, and Zariah Smith Preston, LMSW for their commitment to building out the first program of its kind! A $125 donation can provide 1 therapy session for a student-athlete. Please consider making a tax deductible donation using the Cornerstone link below: https://lnkd.in/e4KpyS63 #afa #studentathlete #mentalhealth #scholarship #impossibleisnothing #fundraising

Spotlight on Innovation! We are thrilled to spotlight our dear friend Samantha Card a Postseason champion, and her latest venture 'The Mindset Lab' that announced their launch today with the Connecticut Sun. As the founder of Success Beyond Game Day, Samantha is dedicated to enriching the lives of athletes through mental training. This partnership marks a significant step forward in athlete development and empowerment. Congrats again to all who were involved in making this happen, keep pushing and striving to impact our athletes! 🏆 cc: Frances Garcia, MBA Jelani Jenkins Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eFyAm4tU #AthleteDevelopment #MentalTraining #SportsInnovation

Athlete Spotlight: Pargo Productions and Pro Basketball Player Jeremy Pargo Celebrate Nomination of "The Final Play" at the American Black Film Festival Fellow athletes and creatives! We're thrilled to share the inspiring journey of Jeremy Pargo, who has successfully pivoted from pro basketball to the world of film. His debut, "The Final Play," has been nominated at the 28th American Black Film Festival (ABFF). Jeremy's story is a shining example of how athletes are not just entering but thriving in the creative and production spaces, bringing fresh perspectives and passion to their projects. As more athletes like Jeremy take this route, they're proving that the skills developed in sports—teamwork, discipline, and vision—translate beautifully into creative endeavors. Let's keep breaking boundaries together! Curious about ABFF and The Final Play's recent nomination? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ghHEmQXa CC: Frances Garcia, MBA Jelani Jenkins

Is your Alma Mater's Athlete Community Empowering You as an Alum? Hear from Gator Alumni Jennifer George & Jelani Jenkins on their take on unlocking the power of the Athlete Community. Athletic programs are the foundation for lasting connections and leadership development. As we continue to work with our current and future university partners, we want to hear from our network of current or former athletes on how these programs can continue to develop. Here are some questions to kickstart some good dialogue: 1. Have you participated in our Alumni Mentorship Programs? How has this experience helped you in your professional journey? 2. Which of our networking events have you found most valuable? Whether it's reunions at homecoming games or special alumni sports events, your feedback helps us make these gatherings more impactful. 3. What stories or achievements would you like to see featured? We aim to spotlight the diverse successes of our athlete alumni in our newsletters and on social media. cc: Frances Garcia, MBA #UFAlumni #FormerAthletes #LifeAfterSports #Gators

Celebrate diversity in entrepreneurship! 🎉 This week's featured offerings showcase the incredible impact of LGBTQ-founded Ecotone Renewables, minority-led NOPALERA, women-founded Authors A.I. & BingeBooks, and innovation-driven Next Thing Technologies. Together, let's champion inclusion and support these trailblazing ventures! Click the link below to discover how you can contribute to a better future! https://lnkd.in/eTSJdzZB #DiversityandInclusion #Entrepreneurship #ImpactfulStartups