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In the season 3 finale, Pro2CEO founder Kevin Carr talks to Kenny McCraney, the Director of Team Services for the Miami Heat. Kenny walks Kevin through his career from high school, to college, and then through the ranks of the Miami Heat organization. Kenny emphasizes the importance of working hard and demonstrating grit at every step of your career journey. Additionally, Kenny dives into what it is that makes the Miami Heat’s culture so successful Follow Kenny on LinkedIn…

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Kathryn Jordan | The Evolution of Player Development 39:33

22 weeks ago39:33

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In the second episode of season three, Pro2CEO Founder, Kevin Carr, meets with Kathryn Jordan. Kathryn Jordan is the President and CEO of KJordan Consulting, an organization that helps current and former athletes navigate the world outside of sports. Kathryn discusses her journey from entering the NBA at a point in time where player development did not exist, to the modern player engagement and development landscape. Kathryn also gives her insight into the future of the field. Follow Kathryn on LinkedIn…

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Kayla Henderson | Be a Resource 48:57

24 weeks ago48:57

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In this week's episode, Pro2CEO founder, Kevin Carr, talks with Kayla Henderson, who is the Player Engagement Coordinator for the Miami Dolphins. Kevin and Kayla first met when she was a graduate student at the University of Central Florida. During her time at UCF, Kayla discovered her passion for player engagement and development. From there she continued to work in player engagement at the collegiate level and now at the professional level. Kayla gives tips for getting into sports field and discusses being a female in a largely male dominated field. Additionally, Kayla emphasizes the importance of being helpful in trying to get head. Follow Kayla on LinkedIn…

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Dr. Bryan Maggard | The Past, Present, and Future of Collegiate Athletics 43:14

26 weeks ago43:14

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In this episode, Pro2CEO founder Kevin Carr talks to Dr. Bryan Maggard the Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Dr. Maggard outlines his career journey and how he has personally witnessed the evolution of collegiate athletic departments. Dr. Maggard gives insight into the current state of athletic departments in the age of NIL and offers predictions of where these trends will lead. Follow Dr. Ryan Maggard on LinkedIn…

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Antoine McClain | Crafting Well-Rounded Athletes 56:20

28 weeks ago56:20

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In Episode 3 of Season 4, Pro2CEO founder Kevin Carr interviews Antoine Mcclain, a Super Bowl Champion and the current Director of Football Alumni Engagement and Development at Clemson University. Antoine reflects on his career path, from playing football at the professional level, to then gaining life skills in an office environment to prepare him for future roles. Antoine emphasizes the importance of collegiate athletes taking advantage of the opportunities provided to them in college, in order to support their professional careers. From the field to the classroom, the Clemson football program believes in the holistic development of its athletes. Follow Antoine on LinkedIn…

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Dr. Domenica Jones | Human Resources in College Athletics 56:29

30 weeks ago56:29

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In this week's episode Pro2CEO founder Kevin Carr talks to Dr. Domenica Jones. Dr. Jones is the Associate Athletic Director of Human Resources at the University of South Florida. Dr. Jones delves into her unique position, and how the fields of human resources and college athletics intersect. Additionally, she gives advice on how to cultivate successful and productive work environments. Follow Dr. Domenica Jones on LinkedIn…

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Carlton Fleming | Transitioning Out of Sport 46:50

32 weeks ago46:50

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In the Season 4 premiere of the HIT Show, Pro2CEO founder Kevin Carr talks to former collegiate and professional baseball player Carlton Fleming about his journey from high school, to college at Georgia Tech, to professional baseball, and then to working in finance. Carlton discusses important epiphanies in his career, both when he knew he could go pro, and then when it was time to end his professional baseball career to work full time in finance. Carlton also emphasizes the importance of financial literacy of all athletes, especially in the age of NIL. Follow Carlton on LinkedIn…

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Lauren Loberg | Everybody Has To Transition 24:01

46 weeks ago24:01

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In the season finale of Season 3 of the HIT Show, Dr. Lauren Loberg and Pro2CEO founder Kevin Carr discuss the importance of athletes prioritizing mental wellbeing, especially during times of transition. Whether entering, or exiting the sport, Lauren Loberg emphasizes that athletes should always find a passion outside of athletics. To Lauren Loberg, recovery time is not just physically important, but also mentally necessary. Having worked with athletes at various levels of various sports, Lauren Loberg gives insight into her career in athlete psychology. Follow Dr. Lauren Loberg on LinkedIn…

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Kim Durand | Supporting Student Athletes 43:38

48 weeks ago43:38

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Pro2CEO founder Kevin Carr talks to longtime friend Kim Durand about the past present and future of her career. Kim Durand emphasizes the roles that flexibility and an eagerness to learn played in getting her career to where it is today. As a senior administrator, Kim Durand helps student athletes to succeed and strive for opportunities that otherwise may not be afforded to them. Helping student athletes to create "magic" is at the core of Kim Durand's mission. Follow Kim Durand on LinkedIn…

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Matt LaPorta | Prioritizing Your Own Future 42:05

50 weeks ago42:05

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In the fourth episode of Season 3 of the HIT Show, Matt Laporta talks to Pro2CEO founder Kevin Carr about what he wishes he had known as a college and a professional athlete. Matt LaPorta gives his advice on how current collegiate athletes can navigate the NIL space and avoid being taken advantage of. Additionally, LaPorta emphasizes the importance of giving players an opportunity to consider their future path after sport. Follow Matt LaPorta on LinkedIn…

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Traci Gage | Athlete Lifestyle Management 44:41

52 weeks ago44:41

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In the third episode of the season, Traci Gage gets together with Kevin Carr to talk about her career in athlete lifestyle management. From scheduling an athlete's day to making sure that emails get sent out at the perfect time, Traci Gage tells listeners how she is able to stay on top of not only the lives of the professional athletes she works with, but also her own life. Additionally,Gage shares how her experience working in non-sports related fields prepared her to do what she does now. Despite constant moving pieces, Traci Gage stays organized and on top of both her and her athletes games. Follow Traci Gage on LinkedIn…

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Ashton Henderson | Developing Empowered Athletes 44:57

1 year ago44:57

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In this episode, Kevin Carr, CEO of Pro2CEO talks with Ashton Henderson, Deputy Athletic Director of Championship Resources and Culture at Michigan State University. Ashton Henderson discusses his path from playing college football to one day becoming an Athletic Director. Kevin Carr and Ashton Henderson share their thoughts on promoting athlete development, and the importance of showing up. Henderson explains what championship resources means to him, especially as it relates internally to the athletes themselves. From facing challenges head on to navigating red tape, Ashton Henderson gives his advice on pursuing a career in college athletics. Follow Ashton Henderson on LinkedIn…

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Erjaam Hayes | Rising Within an Organization 56:37

1 year ago56:37

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In the Season 3 premiere of the HIT Show on the Athlete+ Podcast Network, Kevin Carr, CEO of Pro2CEO and Industry Professor at the University of Florida reunites with Erjaam Hayes, Program Director of Player Development at the NBA. Erjaam Hayes discusses his work within the National Basketball Organization, more specifically his successes, challenges, and advice for those looking to follow in his footsteps. Erjaam Hayes and Kevin Carr discuss their career paths within the NBA. More specifically, their similar paths and trajectories. While not entirely linear, their respective journeys through the NBA, NBA G League, and NBA D-League, have given them perspective into many aspects of the game. Erjaam Hayes currently focuses on Player Development, where programs like G League Professional Pathway Program assist athletes with the transition into a professional league. Follow Erjaam Hayes on LinkedIn…

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Rushia Brown | Personal Excellence 51:38

1 year ago51:38

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Host Kevin Carr invites former WNBA player Rushia Brown to share her journey from being a seasoned athlete to an agent for change. Born in the Bronx and raised in South Carolina, Brown played basketball at Somerville High, eventually becoming a MVP in the Southern Conference and one of the top players in the WNBA. Brown also shares valuable insights into her post-basketball life where she's worked with numerous sports organizations and universities. Today, she uses her experience to mentor upcoming athletes and young women, advocating for their growth and progress in the sporting world. Included in the discussion are topics such as the importance of education, the transition from sports to a professional career, developing oneself as a woman, and learning from personal mistakes. Additionally, Rusha delves into the programs she runs for young women and men, touching upon their objectives and how they promote understanding, financial literacy, and excellence. Towards the end of the episode, Rusha and Kevin delve into the landscape of women's basketball today, discussing challenges, growth, and steps needed to reach parity with the men's game. Learn more about Rushia Brown at her website .…

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Justin Forsett | Where Greatness Grows 47:13

2 years ago47:13