EPISODE · Jul 24, 2024 · 1H 3M
From Player to Agent and Leader in the Industry with John Thornton
from Scouting the League · host rightstepadvising
Roc Nation Sports changed the sport representation space when Jay-Z entered the world. After his playing days were done, philanthropy led to NFLPA certification and eventually a lead role with the Roc Nation for John Thornton. Neil and I talk with John about how he got his start in the world of representation, how he operates differently than many agents out there and how Roc Nation has continued to be at the forefront of the industry. Does he have a leg up on other agents who did not play in the NFL? What does he see coming next in the industry? This and so much more in another can't miss episode. John Thornton - @JohnThornton Neil Stratton - @InsidetheLeague Rodrik David - @RightStepAdv @NFLDraft Agent Live 360 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Roc Nation Sports changed the sport representation space when Jay-Z entered the world. After his playing days were done, philanthropy led to NFLPA certification and eventually a lead role with the Roc Nation for John Thornton. Neil and I talk with John about how he got his start in the world of representation, how he operates differently than many agents out there and how Roc Nation has continued to be at the forefront of the industry. Does he have a leg up on other agents who did not play in the NFL? What does he see coming next in the industry? This and so much more in another can't miss episode. John Thornton - @JohnThornton Neil Stratton - @InsidetheLeague Rodrik David - @RightStepAdv @NFLDraft Agent Live 360 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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