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Christopher Gaddis, MBA

Missouri City,TX

Summary

Certified NFLPA and NBPA advisor, President of League Status Sports. Agent for multiple athletes seeking opportunities to play professional sports post NCAA career. Have aided and advised multiple athletes whether signed to agency or not. As an independent agent, have been wholly responsible for every aspect of the process, from identifying talent, recruiting, marketing to pro sports teams, building a training ecosystem for pre/post training/conditioning, financing all pre-draft training/business operating costs, identifying marketing/endorsement opportunities, contract negotiations, public appearance/pre-draft interview training and overall mentorship. Established business executive and skilled agent experienced in identifying the needs of the client and working to find a solution promptly and professionally.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sports Agent

Josh Donovan (Arizona), CFL, Montreal Alouettes
02.2023 - Current

Certified advisor for Josh Donovan, 2 year starting Offensive Lineman for University of Arizona. Starter on Arizona's O-Line that protected the 6th rank pass offense in NCAA D1 football in 2022, individually did not allow one sack in 2 seasons. Josh was a 2022 Tropical Bowl standout as well. Secured RMC workout with Buffalo Bills, workout with San Diego Chargers after going undrafted in 2023 NFL Draft. Pre-secured contract with CFL Montreal Alouettes where Josh would win the Grey Cup in first season (2023), before receiving current contract extension.

Sports Agent

Cameron Lewis (LSU), XFL, DC Defenders
01.2022 - Current

Certified advisor for Cam Lewis, starting DB, Safety for LSU Tigers in 2021. Cam logged 55 tackles (4th on team) 2 sacks, 3 hurries and 1 forced fumbled. 2019 National Champion that saw action in all 15 games and thrived as a starter on special teams registering 20 tackles, including 3 in the College Football Playoff semi-final game vs Oklahoma. Not a projected pick, Cam went UDFA in 2022 NFL draft. Secured opportunities for Cam at Buffalo Bills RMC, NY Jets RMC, and full workout with New Orleans Saints before locking in XFL contract with DC Defenders that played in the championship game year one.

Manager

Adrian Peterson, NFL, Future Hall Of Fame RB
02.2018 - Current

Management of numerous day-to-day activities including but not limited training schedule, marketing/media appearances, travel schedule, paid appearance booking, game ticket distribution, physical therapy scheduling, transportation booking, security sourcing. Scheduling for Houston Astros social appearances with Jim Krane's assistant, accomodations management for 'Dancing With The Stars' appearance, booking for Superbowl event appearances, Promo for celebrity boxing event (Los Angeles, CA). Established key contact and first line filter for athlete.

Education

MBA - Business (Strategy/Entrepreneurship)

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
12.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration (Marketing)

Morehouse College
Atlanta, GA
05.2004

Skills

  • Schedule Management
  • Marketing Management
  • Salary Determination
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Appearance Scheduling
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Sales strategy development
  • Collective Bargaining Agreements
  • Career Growth Strategy Development
  • Problem-Solving

Certification

NFLPA Certification (2019)

NBPA Certification (2022)

Timeline

Sports Agent

Josh Donovan (Arizona), CFL, Montreal Alouettes
02.2023 - Current

Sports Agent

Cameron Lewis (LSU), XFL, DC Defenders
01.2022 - Current

Manager

Adrian Peterson, NFL, Future Hall Of Fame RB
02.2018 - Current

MBA - Business (Strategy/Entrepreneurship)

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration (Marketing)

Morehouse College

NFLPA Certification (2019)

NBPA Certification (2022)

Christopher Gaddis, MBA