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“My connection to PNE is personal and professional. It’s a place where I have the chance to break bread with the boys and meet someone that can support my career and business goals.”
–Will Shields, NFL Hall of Fame, Class of 2015
“I’m fired up to be apart of the PNE community. Connecting with retired NFL players and supporting each other’s journeys is always powerful. I’m honored to be part of the brotherhood.”
–Brian Jones, Former NFL Players, CBS Sports
“I fully support the aims of PNE. There’s always a win-win for corporations and players.”
– Kimberly Fields, SVP Partnership Development & Operations, NFL
“Our long-standing partnership with PNE has been instrumental in helping us grow and meet the evolving needs of former players. Guy Troupe’s extraordinary care for our membership sets a standard few can match.”
–Bart Oates, Past President, NFL Alumni
“PNE served as a soft landing spot when my Pac 12 football career ended. I was trained, nurtured and placed by mentors from the network.”
–Terrence Gray, Assistant General Manager, Buffalo Bills
“PNE provides players with a platform to network and connect like no other. It’s a safe environment rooted in genuine care and concern for the well-being of athletes.”
–Les Pico, Vice President Player Development, Minnesota Vikings
“Athletes need mentors, trusted advisor and coaches through the awkward and sometimes painful journey of leaving the locker room. PNE has always served as a bridge to a pathway for career transition.”
–Martin Mayhew, Former General Manager, Washington Commanders
“This is my go-to Super Bowl event. It’s all about collaboration, co-creation, partnerships, and long-term values-based relationships.”
–Al Smith, Tennessee Chapter President, NFL Alumni
“I’m always amazed by the programmatic content. In my opinion, PNE’s real brand promise is innovation.”
– Jon Harris, CEO of AthLife, NFLPA Trust Consultant
“I attended the event as a corporate guest when positioning myself for a career move into sports. I now serve in union leadership part and parcel to relationships developed at PNE.”
–Teri Patterson Smith, Chief Operating Officer, NFLPA
“Over two decades of player transition support should be celebrated and supported. Attend and connect — you’ll be glad you did.”
– Billy “Whiteshoes” Johnson, Former Player, Atlanta Falcons
“Transitioning from football is arguably the most significant journey a player will ever make. PNE helps players rediscover their purpose and explore post-NFL pathways. For more than two decades, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of this community—and I’m honored to help players survive and thrive when the cheering stops.”
–Dr. Herb Martin, Team Psychologist, Los Angeles Chargers
