EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 53 MIN
From Snowboarding Dreams to NBA Agency: Deion Adams' Inspirational Journey!
from Who Knew In The Moment? · host Phil Friedrich
Join us as Dion Adams shares his incredible story of transforming passions into a thriving career in sports management. From growing up in Canada with a love for snowboarding and basketball to becoming VP of basketball at Tanbara, Dion's experience is packed with lessons on resilience, strategic thinking, and faith-driven persistence. In this episode:Dion’s early sports passions and how he chose snowboarding over basketball (0:50) Moving from Canada to California for snowboarding and the impact of mentorship (3:01) Transitioning from snowboarding to college basketball and the challenges involved (10:08) Navigating the Olympics and the decision to pursue college basketball afterward (9:15) The evolution of Canadian basketball and its rising prominence (14:25) How Dion became a certified NBA agent despite limited connections (18:25) Building a client base through social media outreach and trial-and-error strategies (26:16) The significance of joining an agency and the value of mentorship (36:12) Insights into the NIL landscape and protecting young athletes (29:39) His recent move into VP of basketball and the lessons learned in team collaboration (33:31) Reflections on patience, faith, and the importance of timing in career growth (43:20) Resources & Links:NBA Agent Certification Tanbara Official Website Chloe Kim (Snowboarder) Kawhi Leonard and Raptors Championship Connect with Deion Adams: LinkedIn Twitter This episode is a testament to the power of passion, faith, and perseverance. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, agent, or entrepreneur, Dion's story offers valuable insights into navigating the complex world of sports and business. To View this Episode- https://youtu.be/9Vgc6IYHuNU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Join us as Dion Adams shares his incredible story of transforming passions into a thriving career in sports management. From growing up in Canada with a love for snowboarding and basketball to becoming VP of basketball at Tanbara, Dion's experience is packed with lessons on resilience, strategic thinking, and faith-driven persistence. In this episode:Dion’s early sports passions and how he chose snowboarding over basketball (0:50) Moving from Canada to California for snowboarding and the impact of mentorship (3:01) Transitioning from snowboarding to college basketball and the challenges involved (10:08) Navigating the Olympics and the decision to pursue college basketball afterward (9:15) The evolution of Canadian basketball and its rising prominence (14:25) How Dion became a certified NBA agent despite limited connections (18:25) Building a client base through social media outreach and trial-and-error strategies (26:16) The significance of joining an agency and the value of mentorship (36:12) Insights into the NIL landscape and protecting young athletes (29:39) His recent move into VP of basketball and the lessons learned in team collaboration (33:31) Reflections on patience, faith, and the importance of timing in career growth (43:20) Resources & Links:NBA Agent Certification Tanbara Official Website Chloe Kim (Snowboarder) Kawhi Leonard and Raptors Championship Connect with Deion Adams: LinkedIn Twitter This episode is a testament to the power of passion, faith, and perseverance. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, agent, or entrepreneur, Dion's story offers valuable insights into navigating the complex world of sports and business. To View this Episode- https://youtu.be/9Vgc6IYHuNU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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