16 current and former student-athletes traveled to Miami, FL for a four day intense professional development experience that challenged them both physically and mentally.

2018 Cohort

Blog

Retreat Daily Breakdown: Reggie Jennings

It’s crazy to think that certain words produce certain thoughts. My friend heard the words “Retreat in Miami” and instantly imagined me having the most ratchet time there is.

Game Changing Retreat Experience: Cam Fenton

All who have elevated to a position of influence once had mentors and supporters along the way. They remember looking to the future and staring at a massive mountain that seemed impossible to climb.

Game Changing Retreat Experience: Alyssa Rice

Going into this retreat I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect. With mixed emotions of nerves and excitement, I couldn’t wait to see what the weekend had in store. I remember sitting in the check-in room for hours after check-in was complete and talking with the other cohort members.

What I Didn't Expect: Haley Woodard

I would be lying if I said I was prepared for what was to come at the first ever Game Changing Retreat, but the truth is that I simply was not. Yes, I did the pre-retreat homework, which consisted of reading a book from a specific list, reaching out to two other cohorts, contacting your mentor and one other mentor, and completing any other homework assigned by your mentor.

Dr. Williams, Shalala Attend Dinner of Influence

Influential people from across the industry will join the 2018 Game Changing Retreat Cohort for a unique networking experience in Miami next week.

Corinne Milien

Dell Robinson

Dr. Julie Shaw

Lynda Tealer

Maria Taylor

Will Baggett

2018 Videos

Our Dinners of Influence were set up as a Jeffersonian Dinner. Retreat participants were surrounded by mentors and other industry professionals discussing trends in sports business. It launched the creation of a new cause-centered community and helped expand the network of individuals connected within sports business.