From the Court to the Boardroom: Kelli Garrett’s Journey of Grit & Growth

In this episode of Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations, Loren Wernette sits down with Kelli Garrett, a powerhouse entrepreneur and founding partner of Rehab Wallet, Consistent Capital, and Aspire Finance.Kelli’s story begins on a farm, where she learned grit and work ethic early. She went on to become a four-time All-American basketball player at the College of Charleston, with her jersey #14 retired as the program’s all-time leading scorer. After college, she built a corporate career at UPS, rising through the ranks to an executive position before leaving to pursue entrepreneurship.Today, Kelli has built a portfolio of more than 3,500 units, raised over $150M in capital, and funded $400M+ in loans through her companies. But her true passion isn’t just numbers — it’s about building teams, creating big visions, and empowering others through meaningful work and business growth.We dive into:How Kelli’s farm upbringing and athletics shaped her mindset.The lessons she carried from UPS into entrepreneurship.What it really takes to raise $150M in under five years.The strategies she uses to balance multiple companies.Why building teams and relationships is at the heart of her success.If you’re looking for inspiration on perseverance, leadership, and scaling businesses with purpose, this episode is for you.Guest Contact & LinksFacebook: Rehab WalletInstagram: @kelli.garrett2LinkedIn: Kelli GarrettWebsite: rehabwallet.com