Ep 27 - More Than a Sports Agent: Supporting Athletes On and Off the Field | Brent Stowers

Brent Stowers took an unconventional path into the legal profession.After beginning his working life with the Queensland Police, Brent moved through sales, government procurement, mining contracts and commercial management before completing his law degree and building an international legal career.His work eventually took him around the world, handling major commercial matters across South America, Botswana, Canada and India. However, after years of working for large organisations, Brent decided to take the risk of building something of his own.In this episode of Your # 1 Business Podcast, Brent joins Antoine Vidal to discuss his journey from global mining lawyer to business owner and co-founder of Moxie Sports Management.Moxie was created after Brent and his business partners encountered talented young athletes who were struggling to navigate professional sport without the family, financial, cultural or organisational support available to others.Brent explains why athletes need more than someone negotiating their contracts. They need advocates, trusted relationships, practical life skills and a plan for what happens when their sporting careers end.The conversation explores the importance of building a business around clearly defined values, choosing the right business partners, preparing carefully before launching and having the courage to hold difficult conversations.Brent also shares why Moxie deliberately limits the number of athletes each agent represents, how the agency is creating a genuine community across different sports and why success should never be measured only by what happens on the field.This is a conversation about business partnerships, athlete welfare, sustainable growth and building an organisation with a clear sense of purpose.Want to Share Your Story on the Podcast?We’re always looking for inspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders to feature on Your #1 Business Podcast. If you have a story, strategy, or insight that could empower our audience, we’d love to hear from you!📩 Apply to be a guest today: https://www.y1bp.au/register/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.