Mick: "Welcome back listeners to another riveting episode of Mick Unplugged! I'm your host, Mick Hunt, and today we have an extraordinary guest who has effortlessly transitioned from the military to the sports industry. LaVaughn Kelley, a former Naval officer and current sports agent, joins us to share his remarkable journey. We'll delve into his roots at the U.S. Naval Academy, the crucial role of mentorship, and how military principles shape his leadership at Divine Sports Entertainment.

LaVaughn reveals the evolution of his faith-based organization, which aims to extend community and family beyond the business of sports. We’ll explore how football provided stability during his collegiate years, the vital importance of financial literacy and managing distractions for athletes, and the nuances of brand-building in the NIL era.

Get ready to be inspired by LaVaughn’s wisdom on leadership, resilience, and the essence of personal growth. Stay tuned as we cover all this and more in an episode that's packed with valuable insights and compelling stories. Let’s dive in!" 


Takeaways:


·       The journey to the Naval Academy was influenced by mentorship.

·       Success leaves clues; learning from others is essential.

·       Financial literacy is crucial for modern athletes.

Sound Bites:

·       "I was always that underdog trying to drive up and get that eye."

·       "We want to be an extension of family."

·       "Success leaves clues." 


Connect and Discover



LinkedIn:           https://www.linkedin.com/in/lavaughn-kelley/

Instagram:        https://www.instagram.com/lavaughn_kelley

Website:           divinesportsent.com

 

Mick: "Welcome back listeners to another riveting episode of Mick Unplugged! I'm your host, Mick Hunt, and today we have an extraordinary guest who has effortlessly transitioned from the military to the sports industry. LaVaughn Kelley, a former Naval officer and current sports agent, joins us to share his remarkable journey. We'll delve into his roots at the U.S. Naval Academy, the crucial role of mentorship, and how military principles shape his leadership at Divine Sports Entertainment.
LaVaughn reveals the evolution of his faith-based organization, which aims to extend community and family beyond the business of sports. We&rsquo;ll explore how football provided stability during his collegiate years, the vital importance of financial literacy and managing distractions for athletes, and the nuances of brand-building in the NIL era.
Get ready to be inspired by LaVaughn&rsquo;s wisdom on leadership, resilience, and the essence of personal growth. Stay tuned as we cover all this and more in an episode that's packed with valuable insights and compelling stories. Let&rsquo;s dive in!"&nbsp;
 Takeaways: 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The journey to the Naval Academy was influenced by mentorship.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Success leaves clues; learning from others is essential.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Financial literacy is crucial for modern athletes.
Sound Bites:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; "I was always that underdog trying to drive up and get that eye."
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; "We want to be an extension of family."
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; "Success leaves clues."&nbsp;
 Connect and Discover 
LinkedIn:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; https://www.linkedin.com/in/lavaughn-kelley/
Instagram:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; https://www.instagram.com/lavaughn_kelley
Website:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.divinesportsent.com/"> </a><a href="https://www.divinesportsent.com/">divinesportsent.com</a>
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