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Osiris on Nov 12, 2024 12:55pm
Sportstech CVP Kyle Auffray Podcast
Great podcast in full. Can cut to 1:15:00 if your more interested in CVP than his personal life. I have gained a great deal of respect for Kyle after hearing him speak. Link here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unguarded/episodes/KYLE-AUFFRAY-e2qon7c
In this episode, Kyle Auffray, former NFL player turned Venture Partner at Champion Venture Partners (@cvpinvest ) shares his journey from the football field to the forefront of #venturecapital and #businessinnovation. Known for his underdog story, Kyle reflects on what propelled him into the NFL without an agent, as well as the grit required to stay ready while balancing dual careers. Now a key figure in venture capital, he leads CVP’s investment strategy and oversees the @comcast #SportsTech Accelerator, where he helps top-tier startups scale and thrive. Kyle dives into the emotional aspects of career transition, the importance of EGO management, and building a support network that can sustain the ups and downs of a high-performance career. He also discusses his approach to navigating contract negotiations, self-representation, and understanding the complex landscape of player unions. Kyle shares how he reverse-engineered his goals and found purpose in Champion Venture Partners, where he now encourages athletes to invest wisely and explore meaningful ownership. Kyle offers insights on leveraging relationships, financial education, and aligning with the right partners.
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