NFLPA Pitch Day 2025: Where Sports, Business, and Investment Converge
- Felipe Kariri
- Feb 5
- 2 min read
New Orleans, LA – February 5, 2025 – The NFLPA Pitch Day is a premier event during Super Bowl week, uniting NFL athletes, entrepreneurs, investors, executives, and influential guests at the intersection of sports, business, and investment. This year’s event emphasized the vital role of financial literacy, strategic investments, and entrepreneurial acumen in helping athletes build sustainable careers beyond the game. With an exclusive platform that facilitates networking, expert insights, and partnership opportunities, Pitch Day continues to drive meaningful connections and investments across sports and business industries.
Paul Viera, Founder and CEO of EARNEST Partners, was invited to Pitch Day as a testament to his outstanding business achievements, visionary leadership, and commitment to advancing investment and growth in the sports industry. He underscored the event’s role in connecting athletes with entrepreneurs and investors to foster businessdevelopment. Emphasizing the importance of leveraging influence,forming strategic partnerships, and building financial stability beyond the game, his insights reinforced Pitch Day’s mission to empower athletes as business leaders.
Panel discussions, networking sessions, and expert-led conversations provided players with essential tools and connections for long-term success. Notable participants included NFLPA Executive Director Lloyd Howell, former NFL stars Tony Boselli and Dhani Jones, and business leaders from top investment firms. Their collective insights reinforced the event’s mission: equipping players to leverage their platforms and shape their financial futures.
About the NFLPAThe NFL Players Association (NFLPA) is the labor union for NFL players, advocating for their rights, financial empowerment, and long-term career development. Through initiatives like Pitch Day, the NFLPA connects athletes with business leaders, providing valuable opportunities for education, investment, and entrepreneurship.