Join us on Radio Row as Sports Philanthropy Network President Roy Kessel and Vice President Kayla Bradham sit down Leigh Steinburg, sports agent, philanthropist, and chairman of Steinburg Sports to discuss his philosophy of life, treasuring relationships, and making a difference.
Steinburg shares strategies that ensure the longevity of a student athlete’s foundation. With the same final goal as the Sports Philanthropy Network, Steinburg highlights the deeper meaning of philanthropy, genuinely coming together to make the world a better place.
Leigh Steinberg
Building on over 49 years of unrivaled success in the sports and entertainment industries, Steinberg Sports and Entertainment is the premier boutique agency for any individual, organization, or entity seeking to add exceptional value to their endeavors.
Leigh Steinberg, premier sports agent, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and Chairman of Leigh Steinberg Sports and Entertainment Holdings, is best known for his work building athletes into stand-alone brands. He is often credited as the real-life inspiration for the Oscar-winning film Jerry Maguire. Leigh has represented many of the most successful athletes and coaches in football, basketball, baseball, hockey, boxing, and golf, including the number one overall pick in the NFL draft for an unprecedented eight times in conjunction with 64 total first round picks. With an unrivaled history of record-setting contracts, Leigh has secured over $4 billion for his 300+ pro athlete clients and directed more than $1 billion to various charities around the world.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesteinberg/
Steinberg Sports & Entertainment (Equity Sports)
About Equity Sports
Equity Sports, formerly Steinberg Sports, works with athletes to create enduring philanthropic legacies. Emphasizing the significance of establishing genuine connections between athletes and their chosen charities. Inspiring athletes across the nation in all areas to create a social impact on their platform they’ve been given.
Website:https://www.equity-sports.com/
Key Points:
2:16 What charity Steinberg would give back to if given a large amount of money
3:50 Importance of listening skills
5:34 How student athlete foundations can last after their career
7:13 Peeling below the surface of a philanthropy
