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"He crushed the keynote"

"Athletes and families found his story really relatable. The content he shared was motivating and valuable. He was very open to meeting the families and athletes. Very approachable. He crushed the keynote!”

- Kristen Stone, Senior Operations Manager at Football University

"lit a fire within me."

“Richie’s Story of College Walk-on to Professional Football Player lit a fire within me."

- Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger from the Hit Movie "RUDY"

"a never give up attitude"

"He is one of those athletes who may not be the fastest, biggest, or most talented, but through hard work, a never give up attitude, and belief in himself, makes believers out of everyone around him."

- Houston Nutt, Head Football Coach at Ole Miss

"he was committed “all-in”"

“Richie made my team at Ole Miss because he was committed “all-in” and had more heart than anyone else on the team”

- Ed Orgeron, LSU, USC, and Ole Miss Head Football Coach

Football University Highlights

Richie Solves These Challenges:

Confusion about how the recruiting process actually works

Lack of confidence communicating with college coaches

Inconsistent effort and low accountability in the recruiting process

Not knowing how to build a great highlight video or social presence

Poor school targeting and wasted time at the wrong camps

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure what to do next

Richie Solves These Challenges:

Confusion about how the recruiting process actually works

Lack of confidence communicating with college coaches

Inconsistent effort and low accountability in the recruiting process

Not knowing how to build a great highlight video or social presence

Poor school targeting and wasted time at the wrong camps

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure what to do next

Which Keynote Will Drive The Best Results For Your Organization, Parents, & Athletes?

Which Keynote Will Drive The Best Results For Your Organization?.

Building a High-Impact Brand: From High School to College Football

This keynote addresses the pivotal aspects of developing a standout athletic profile that captures the attention of college scouts and coaches. This presentation is not just about athletic prowess but also about crafting a narrative that highlights a player’s unique strengths and potential contributions to a college football program.

It's perfect for:

  • Student-Athletes: Specifically designed for high school football players who aspire to play at the collegiate level.

  • Parents: Empowers parents with knowledge on how to assist their children in building and showcasing a compelling player brand.

  • High School Sports Staff: Provides insights for coaches and athletic staff on guiding their athletes in creating impactful profiles.

Your leaders will leave with:

  • Profile Development Skills on Social Media: Learn how to articulate and highlight personal achievements, both on and off the field, in a way that resonates with college recruiters.

  • Digital Savvy: Get tips on leveraging digital tools and social media to enhance visibility and engage with potential college programs effectively.

  • Networking Strategies: Understand the importance of building relationships with key influencers in college sports and how to initiate and maintain these connections to get real concrete offers.

Securing The Best College Football Scholarships

Navigating the journey to a college football scholarship can be as challenging as the game itself. With extensive experience speaking at over 450 schools nationwide, Richie’s keynote presentations provide athletes and their parents with critical insights, tools, and strategies to successfully secure the best college football scholarships possible. He teaches athletes how to become confident businessmen including the critical skills of marketing and selling themselves.

It's perfect for:

  • Aspiring Collegiate Football Players: Tailored specifically for student-athletes aiming for collegiate football careers.

  • Supportive Parents: Designed to help parents understand the recruitment process in a sea of BS and how they can effectively support their athletes athletic and academic pursuits.

  • High School Coaches and Athletic Directors: Essential for educators and coaches looking to aid their athletes in the recruitment process.

Your sales leaders will leave with:

  • Strategic Insight: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the college football recruiting landscape and learn how to stand out to college scouts.

  • Actionable Steps: Receive a clear, actionable plan to turn exposure into actual relationships and relationships into concrete offers.

  • Resource Kit: Get access to valuable resources, including contact lists, templates for reaching out to coaches, and checklists to track recruitment progress.

Building a High-Impact Brand: From High School to College Football

This keynote addresses the pivotal aspects of developing a standout athletic profile that captures the attention of college scouts and coaches. This presentation is not just about athletic prowess but also about crafting a narrative that highlights a player’s unique strengths and potential contributions to a college football program.

It's perfect for:

  • Student-Athletes: Specifically designed for high school football players who aspire to play at the collegiate level.

  • Parents: Empowers parents with knowledge on how to assist their children in building and showcasing a compelling player brand.

  • High School Sports Staff: Provides insights for coaches and athletic staff on guiding their athletes in creating impactful profiles.

Your leaders will leave with:

  • Profile Development Skills on Social Media: Learn how to articulate and highlight personal achievements, both on and off the field, in a way that resonates with college recruiters.

  • Digital Savvy: Get tips on leveraging digital tools and social media to enhance visibility and engage with potential college programs effectively.

  • Networking Strategies: Understand the importance of building relationships with key influencers in college sports and how to initiate and maintain these connections to get real concrete offers.

Securing The Best College Football Scholarships

Navigating the journey to a college football scholarship can be as challenging as the game itself. With extensive experience speaking at over 450 schools nationwide, Richie’s keynote presentations provide athletes and their parents with critical insights, tools, and strategies to successfully secure the best college football scholarships possible. He teaches athletes how to become confident businessmen including the critical skills of marketing and selling themselves.

It's perfect for:

  • Aspiring Collegiate Football Players: Tailored specifically for student-athletes aiming for collegiate football careers.

  • Supportive Parents: Designed to help parents understand the recruitment process in a sea of BS and how they can effectively support their athletes athletic and academic pursuits.

    High School Coaches and

  • Athletic Directors: Essential for educators and coaches looking to aid their athletes in the recruitment process.

Your sales leaders will leave with:

  • Strategic Insight: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the college football recruiting landscape and learn how to stand out to college scouts.

  • Actionable Steps: Receive a clear, actionable plan to turn exposure into actual relationships and relationships into concrete offers.

  • Resource Kit: Get access to valuable resources, including contact lists, templates for reaching out to coaches, and checklists to track recruitment progress.

Will they have doubts? Sure.

Will they fail along the way? Probably

But, what’s the most important play?

THE NEXT PLAY.

At This Point, you have no limits

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Richie Contartesi is one of the top business leaders and peak performance experts in the world today. Richie has a passion for mentoring and coaching others on what it takes to become a champion.

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