MTN 108 Gilbert | Brooklyn V’s Pizza | GRIT. CREATIVITY. PERFORMANCE.

In this episode, we’re at Brooklyn V’s in Gilbert with two former NFL players and a local entrepreneur talking life after football, betting on yourself, and creating opportunities for the next generation. Thank you to the partners of this episode: • Von Hanson’s Meats &amp; Spirits: https://vonhansonsmeats.net/ • Tutor Doctor Chandler-Gilbert: https://www.tutordoctor.com/chandler-... • Belle Lacet Lingerie: https://bellelacetlingerie.com/ • Brooklyn V’s Pizza: https://brooklynvspizza.com/ • Coulter INFINITI: https://www.coulterinfiniti.com/ First, former NFL offensive lineman Adam Snyder joins us to talk about his decade-long career in the NFL, life after professional football, and his work developing the next generation of athletes. Adam also shares what it’s like watching his own son navigate the college recruiting process and reflects on the lessons he’s learned as both a player, coach and parent. Learn more HERE: https://vydlperformance.com/ Next, we’re joined by Emily Bacon, owner and art teacher at Hot Potato Art Studio. A former classroom teacher, Emily shares how she started teaching art out of her garage before growing Hot Potato into a brick-and-mortar studio where kids can explore their creativity, build confidence and make a mess along the way. Learn more HERE: https://www.hotpotatoartstudio.com/ Finally, former NFL wide receiver, author and keynote speaker JJ Birden joins us to talk about beating the odds, navigating life after football and the lessons that helped him build a nine-year NFL career. JJ shares how those experiences shaped his work today helping others overcome self-doubt, recognize opportunities and perform under pressure. Learn more HERE: https://www.jjbirden.com/ 02:14 Intro 02:15 Adam Snyder - Owner at VYDL Performance NFL Offensive Lineman 21:55 Emily Bacon – Hot Potato Art Studio 38:24 JJ Birden - Author and NFL Receiver Subscribe to Move the Needle for more conversations with the people shaping Arizona’s businesses, communities, and future! #MoveTheNeedlePodcast</a