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United State Patent And Trademark Office
U.S. Patent Application No. 17/013,692
Title: IMMERSIVE INTERACTIVE SPORTS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF
Inventors: Project Fanchise Technology LLC,
Sohrob Farudi, Steven Adler, Raymond Austin, Grant Cohen, and Patrick Dees
3-time Sports Emmy Nomination
United State Patent And Trademark Office
SERIAL NUMBER: 90850834
REGISTRATION: 900720117
REGISTER TRADEMARK: ATHLYT
FORD Models | Stewart Talent Agency
Mother Agency| Stewart Talent, Chicago
(SAG) Screen Actors Guild & American Film and Television and Radio Artist
Union Member 2004-Present
Official Model | Ariat Boots & Clothing International 2019-Present
Former NFL Football Player
National Football League Players Association 1996-Present
​TV Series (Principal)
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The Big Leap "Revenge Plot"(Treycen)FOX, 2021
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The Big Leap "A Lifetime of Shrimp"(Treycen) FOX, 2021
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Homicide For The Holidays (Judge Roman), Oxygen Network, 2021
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Storms of Suspicion (Derek), The Weather Channel, 2021
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In Pursuit With John Walsh (Jack) Discovery +. 2021
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Empire (John Holloway), "I am who I am", FOX 2020
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Chicago PD (Joe Mason), "Center Mass", NBC 2020
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Chicago PD (Officer Hillar), "Snitch" NBC 2017
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Empire ( John Halloway), "Noble Memory") FOX 2017
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Chicago PD (Officer Hillar), "Reform") NBC, 2017
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Chicago Fire (Officer Hillar), "Carry me") NBC, 2017
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Empire (John Halloway), "The Unkindest Cut" Fox, 2016
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Empire (John Halloway), "What we may be" Fox, 2016
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Empire (John Halloway), "Cupid kills" Fox, 2016
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Sirens ( Leo) "To Jeff do us part" USA Network 2015
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Crisis (Cedric), FOX, 2015
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Chicago Fire (Officer Hillar, "One Minute")NBC 2013
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Boss (Sheriff Warren; "Blacklash",Showtime 2013
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The Chicago Code (Beat Cop)FOX,2012
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Detroit 187 (Dutch); "Engagement" ABC, 2009
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The Beast (Agent Harris); "No Turning Back" A&E 2009
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The Beast (Agent Harris); "Counterfeit" A&E 2009
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Mob Doctors (Cancelled) 2007
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Ride along (Pilot)-TFCTV 2007
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Prison Break ( Correctional Office); "J-Cat" FOX 2006
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Chicago PD (Officer, Hillar) "The Case that needed to be solved"NBC, 2016
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Chicago Fire (Officer, Hillar), "We Call her Jellybean" NBC,2016​
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Chicago PD (Officer Hillar), "Knocking the family right out" NBC, 2015
Film (Principal)
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Ride a long (Pilot) 2010​
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Trouble with D.D. (Reggie Baily) 2005
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Polish Bar-(Officer Rooney) 2010
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Two-a-days (Coach Brown), Director: April WIlson 2010
Reality TV (Principal)
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"100 Days of Summer"(Himself)-Bravo TV,Full-Season 2014​
Voice overs
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Experian-X-Ray Voice over
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U.S. Army- BAM (Department of Defense) Voiceover 2019-Present
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The Voice of Fan Controlled Football 2019-Present
Print Ads
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Smooth Ambler Whiskey
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​Jefferson Bourbon
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Clayton Homes Properties
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Experian
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Target
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Harley Davidson
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Sprite
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Bank of America
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Whal Clippers
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Kmart
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John Deere
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Dawn Liquid
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Bedford Furniture
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Comcast
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Gatorade
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Cialis
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Chicago Magazine
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Motorola
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Ace Hardware
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Discover Card
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Champion
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Boathouse Magazine
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Rogers & Holland Jewelry
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Tel Labs
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Pampered Chef
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Duerdox
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Navistar
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Timeout Magazine
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Office Depot
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Tennessee Valley Authority
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Sears
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Morton Salt
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ADT Home Security
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Dominos Pizza
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Brooks Rehabilitation
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Banner Health Care
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Prolo Gel
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Republic Services
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Vocera
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Ariat Clothing
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Grand Canyon University
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Turft & Needle
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State Of Tennessee Covid Vaccine
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Walmart
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Training
Fit Model
Catherine Head On-Camera, Theater Coach & Instructor (Public Speaking, Media, Acting) 2004-2005
Improv Olympic-Level 3-4 Comedic Improv
1501 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642
July-Aug. 2010
Commercials (ALL Principal)
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Ariat Clothing and Boots-2019-Present
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Harley Davidson-2018
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Duluth Clothing Fit Model-2015-2017
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Casual Male Fit Model-2013-2017
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Meijers-2008-2010
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Luggers-2010
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Lowes
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Walmart(4)
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Old Dominion
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Ford Escape
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Coors Brewing Company(5)
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Saran Wrap
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AT&T
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U.S. Bank(2)
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State Farm(3)
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GMC
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2k Sports
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Southwest Airlines
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McDonald's(2)
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Listerine
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U.S. Mint(2)
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Illinois Tourism(2)
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Giant Eagle Grocery Store
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Sears(4)
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Allstate(2)
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Tide
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Netflix
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Kelloggs Frosted Flakes(2)
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Harris Bank(2)
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Sears Craftsman Tools
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Target(10)
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Phillip Morris(2)
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Rentway
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Budweiser
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Citizen's Bank
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Under Armour
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John Deere(2)
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Chevrolet
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University of Children Hospital
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Scottsdale Tourism
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Hartford Insurance
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Dawn(New-media website)
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Quixtar Amway
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Cialis
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Corners Children Hospital
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Experian(2)
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KFC
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Digoirnio Pizza
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Kentucky Farm Bureau
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Wisconsin Lottery
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Majestic Casino
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XS Energy
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Tweeter Center
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Citibank
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Illinois Lottery(6)
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Grand Canyon University(2)
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Smart Furniture
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U.S. Army(2)
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Hamburger Helper
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Regions Bank
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Babybel
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Alzheimer Association
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Champion
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Levitra(2)
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Nationwide Insurance
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AllTell
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Budweiser
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Blockbuster
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Statefarm compliance (4)
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Miller Lite
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Buick​​
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Republic Services ​
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Clayton Homes
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Drakes Cake
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Tennessee Valley Authority
Football Career
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University of Tennessee '93-97
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New York Jets '97-98
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Chicago Bears '98-'99
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Green Bay Packers(IR)
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Chicago Enforcers '00-01
Full Resume
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US Patent & Registered Trademark Holder | Inventor
3xEmmy Nominated | Former NFL Player | Actor | Model
Summary of Experience
Seasoned professional with a diverse background spanning sports, entertainment, fashion, and technology. Demonstrated expertise in spearheading strategic initiatives, forging partnerships, and driving innovation. Proven track record of success in leadership roles across various industries.
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Experience
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
ATHLYT | 2023-Present
- Orchestrated strategic partnership with such companies like INTUIT and Bush's Brother's Baked beans for financial literacy and other holistic initiatives and career readiness for student-athletes through our "learn & earn' sportfolio.
- Led a $1.2 million seed raise from investment groups Cap 11 and Connect Ventures to launch beta test application.
- Cultivated sponsorship deals and fostered brand culture, vision, and mission.
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Co-Founder and Commissioner
Fan Controlled Football (FCF) | 2015-2023
- Conceptualized and launched the beta test for FCF application, driving fan engagement and innovation in sports technology.
- Successfully raised $40 million in capital for FCF seasons and arena build-out through presentations to key stakeholders.
- Managed technology integration, football operations, and apparel departments.
- Oversaw management and coaching staff in sports technology and football operations.
Executive Producer
Fan Controlled Football-Cloud to Ground Inc. | Uncle Casey Productions | Crazy Legs Productions
- Produced Emmy-nominated content including "MAN UP," "Tape Don't Lie," and "Talking Bout Practice" for Fan Controlled Football.
SAG/AFTRA Actor and Professional Model
Stewart Talent | FORD Model & Robert Black Agency | Gage Talent
- Featured in national and regional commercials for leading brands such as Ford, Coors Brewing Company, McDonald's, and State Farm.
- Acted in television series including "The Big Leap," "Empire," and "Chicago PD."
- Modeled for print advertisements for Ariat International, Harley Davidson, Gatorade, and more.
Co-Owner
Team Inc. Talent | January 2007-April 2010
- Co-produced and cast commercials for Under Armour, Sony PlayStation, and Walt Disney.
- Acted as primary liaison between clients and casting directors, ensuring successful collaborations.
Co-Owner
Speed USA-Central Park Athletic Club | June 2002-December 2006
- Managed elite sports performance facility, training and mentoring high-profile athletes.
- Increased monthly revenue by 40% year over year and secured partnership with Nike for youth mentorship programs.
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Professional Football Player
Defensive Back, Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, New York Jets | National Football League | 1997-2001
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Education
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee | 1993-1996
Affiliations/Certifications
- American Council on Exercise Certification
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated
- Screen Actors Guild & American Film Television and Radio Artist
- American Federation of Television and Radio Artists
- National Football League Players Association
- National Football League LEGENDS Association
- Confronting Bias: Thriving Across Our Differences
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