Co-CEO, Arbor Investments

Allegretti played football at Butler University from 1980 to 1983, where he first learned the importance of discipline, preparation, and team-driven success—principles that continue to shape his business leadership today.

Heisman Trophy Winner; Former NFL Running Back and Media Personality

Bush played running back at the University of Southern California from 2003 to 2005. His explosive athleticism and work ethic made him a household name, and football continues to shape his platform today.

Comedian and Creator

Mancuso played college football at Emory & Henry College before graduating in 2003, an experience that continues to influence his comedic storytelling and sports media career.

Athletics Director, University of Colorado

George played defensive back at the University of Illinois from 1978 to 1981, developing the resilience and strategic mindset that now drive his approach as a college athletics director.

President, DeFilippo & Associates, LLC

DeFilippo played quarterback at Springfield College (MA) from 1969 to 1972. His experience under center helped lay the groundwork for a decades-long career in college athletics leadership, including roles at USC Upstate, Villanova, and Boston College.

Principal, Ute Meadows Elementary School

Brewer played linebacker at Colorado State University from 2007 to 2010, where he served as a team captain and led the Rams with 105 tackles in his senior year—an experience he now draws upon as principal in leading and supporting students and staff.

Founder & Partner, GSV Asset Management

Moe played quarterback at the University of Minnesota in the early 1980s. He credits the game with teaching him how to take calculated risks, stay persistent, and build winning teams in business.

1993 William V. Campbell Trophy Recipient

Burns played linebacker at the University of Virginia in the early 1990s and earned the 1993 Campbell Trophy (formerly called the Vincent dePaul Draddy Trophy). After earning his Ph.D. in nuclear engineering, he has built a prominent career in the nuclear industry.

2023 William V. Campbell Trophy Recipient

Nix played quarterback at Oregon after graduating magna cum laude from Auburn with a degree in Communications. A 2023 Campbell Trophy recipient and Heisman finalist, he earned a postgraduate degree in Public Relations and now continues his football career with the Denver Broncos.

Assistant Executive Director, Texas High School Coaches Association

West played football at Angelo State University in the early 1980s, where he learned the leadership and discipline that defined his long coaching career. After decades guiding Texas programs, he moved into statewide leadership, continuing to advocate for coaches and players.

Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Arizona State University

Howard played running back at the U.S. Air Force Academy from 1987 to 1990 and was the first recipient of the Campbell Trophy. A Rhodes Scholar and Bronze Star honoree, he later led Robert Morris University and now serves on Arizona State’s leadership team.

NFF College Football Hall of Famer

Fitzgerald played linebacker at Northwestern University from 1993 to 1996, earning consecutive national defensive player of the year honors and leading the Wildcats to the Rose Bowl. He later became a coach and was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008.

Executive Director, American Football Coaches Association

Bohl played defensive back at the University of Nebraska from 1977 to 1979, building the foundation for a lifelong career in football. He later won three FCS national titles at North Dakota State and led Wyoming to multiple bowl appearances

Former Oregon Quarterback

Gabriel played quarterback at the University of Oregon in 2024 after earning a degree in Multidisciplinary Studies from Oklahoma. A 2024 Campbell Trophy finalist for academic and leadership excellence, he now continues his football career with the Cleveland Browns.

Former Michigan Running Back

Corum played running back at the University of Michigan from 2020 to 2023, earning unanimous All-America honors and helping the Wolverines win the 2023 national title. A Sport Management major, he now continues his football career with the Los Angeles Rams.

NFF College Football Hall of Famer

McNown played quarterback at UCLA from 1995 to 1998, finishing as a Heisman Trophy finalist and leading the Bruins to a Pac-10 title. He now works in finance as a senior managing director at Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors.

NFF College Football Hall of Famer

Arrington played linebacker at Penn State from 1997 to 1999, winning the Butkus and Bednarik Awards as one of the nation’s top defenders. After his NFL career, he transitioned into media and now hosts the NFF’s Good in the Game podcast