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In 2019, Charmeachealle Moore faced a turning point in his life. After playing just one year in the National Football League, he was forced to retire due to a back surgery, a challenge that came shortly after he had already overcome life-threatening brain surgery in college. His journey to the NFL had been hard-won, but now, with his football career over, Moore found himself struggling to define his identity and purpose. Like many professional athletes, he was unprepared for the transition to life after sports, and he spiraled into a dark place, battling suicidal thoughts and feeling betrayed by the NFL. That’s when he met Chrysa Chin, Vice President of the NBAPA association, who helped Moore shift his perspective. Chin explained that the NFL hadn’t wronged him; instead, athletes were simply never educated about the business side of the game, leaving them ill-prepared for life once their playing days were over. This revelation helped Moore begin to see his future in a new light..
However, Moore’s struggles didn’t end there. His attempts to break into corporate America through the NFL’s transitional program only revealed deeper systemic issues. Moore quickly realized that many companies weren’t genuinely interested in hiring former athletes—they simply wanted to showcase their partnership with the NFL by giving players token opportunities. This left Moore feeling more disillusioned with the system and questioning how athletes, who had given so much to the game, were being left behind. Around the same time, the NFL Hall of Famers, just 531 players at the time, presented a proposal to Commissioner Roger Goodell, asking for a $10 million pay cut from his salary to provide health insurance and benefits for retired players. When Goodell rejected the proposal, Moore saw it as a sign of the deep flaws within the NFL. Realizing the problem wasn’t just his, Moore became determined to create a system that would help Title IX professional athletes transition smoothly into corporate America, gain valuable work experience, and build lasting relationships in the business world, all while giving back to their communities
Moore’s vision began to take shape, driven by his belief in the power of athletes to inspire change. He recognized that if a small group of fathers in Louisiana could change the course of a school, the collective influence of professional athletes could transform entire communities—particularly in the realm of education. Motivated by this belief, Moore took a role at Lakeview Centennial High School in Garland, Texas, where he mentored students and became a stabilizing presence on campus. His work went beyond academic support; Moore fostered meaningful relationships with both students and staff, helping to create a positive environment. He believes that everyone has greatness within them, and it’s his mission to help people tap into their full potential. “I found a way to successfully transition and take care of my family,” Moore says, “but I felt like this was bigger than me. If Hall of Famers were struggling, we had a major problem that needed to be addressed.”
In addition to his experiences in sports and education, Moore’s upbringing in his family’s landscaping business played a pivotal role in shaping his outlook on leadership and business. Growing up, Moore’s father would always express that if he could have dependable employees, their business would be able to reach the next level. This idea resonated deeply with Moore and fueled his passion for helping business owners get the most out of their employees. He understood the value of a strong team, and his experience in professional sports reinforced his belief that a winning culture and an ultimate team mentality could elevate any organization. For Moore, who better to teach this than professional athletes? Athletes are trained to thrive in a team-oriented environment, pushing each other to be the best version of themselves for the success of the group. This mentality is transferable to the business world, and Moore’s vision was clear: if he could help business owners foster this culture in their companies, they would see increased productivity and, ultimately, higher profit margins.
With his own life experiences backing up his passion, Moore is now committed to creating opportunities that will help athletes, businesses, and communities thrive, shaping a future that offers hope and empowerment for all. His love for people and belief in their potential drives him forward as he works to inspire others and create lasting change.your best self.