Pat Brown, MBA, is a former Division I football captain turned financial advisor, educator, and national voice for athlete financial literacy. After playing linebacker for the University of Kansas Jayhawks-where he led his team as captain and helped them achieve a Top 10 national ranking-Pat transitioned from the gridiron to the world of finance. He now combines decades of experience in wealth management with a lifelong passion for helping athletes and their families build generational wealth. Pat's mission began with a simple truth: most student-athletes are thrown into the world of money, branding, and opportunity without the education they need to succeed. And most parents? They're left in the dark, unsure how to help. That gap inspired him to write Financial Literacy for NIL for Parents of Student-Athletes, part of his broader NIL education series that also includes Financial Literacy for NIL, Financial Literacy for NIL for High School Student-Athletes, and Financial Literacy for NIL for International Student-Athletes. Pat's work is rooted in real life. He's mentored high school and college athletes across the country, speaks regularly at universities and community events, and serves as a trusted resource for families trying to navigate NIL the right way.

His guidance blends financial fundamentals, cultural awareness, and lived experience. As a parent himself, Pat understands the weight of wanting to protect your children while preparing them for independence. His books are not just guides-they're bridges between generations, empowering families to learn, plan, and win together. Pat lives in Kansas with his wife Cassandra and their daughters Peyton and Ryan. When he's not teaching or advising, you can find him coaching young athletes, playing basketball, or championing financial literacy across underserved communities. Learn more about his work and resources at www.financialliteracyfornil.com.