From The Field
To The Future
Former University of Minnesota Golden Gopher helping athletes build leadership, financial literacy, ownership, NIL readiness, and long-term success beyond sports.
The Coach Zach Playbook™
A framework designed to help athletes build success long after the final whistle.
Develop the discipline, habits, and perspective necessary to thrive after sports.
Learn financial literacy, budgeting, investing, and wealth-building principles.
Lead yourself, your family, your team, and your community.
Understand entrepreneurship, business ownership, and creating opportunities.
Build something that impacts future generations.
The Game Eventually Ends.
Your Future Doesn't.
Every athlete experiences a transition.
Some prepare for it. Most do not.
Athletes spend years developing physically, mentally, and competitively, yet many receive little education regarding money, leadership, business ownership, career planning, or life after sports.
The mission of Coach Zach is to help athletes develop the skills necessary to thrive long after the final whistle.
The NIL Era
Changed Everything
Today's athletes have opportunities previous generations never had.
Unfortunately, many athletes receive little education regarding taxes, contracts, investing, business ownership, and long-term wealth building.
Our mission is to help change that.
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The Athlete Success Journey
A five-stage path from competitor to legacy builder.
Compete with excellence.
Develop influence and character.
Give back to the next generation.
Build wealth and opportunity.
Create impact that lasts.
Athlete Leadership Network
The leaders building the movement.
Former University of Minnesota Golden Gopher
Founding Director of Athlete Development · Midwest Athletic Division
A former Big Ten football player turned athlete development leader, Zach Evans is building a movement that equips athletes with the leadership, financial literacy, ownership, and mentorship needed to succeed long after their playing days.
Through The Coach Zach Playbook™, he partners with schools, community organizations, and athletic programs across the Midwest to prepare the next generation for life beyond the game.
Built by Athletes.
For Athletes.
The GFI Athletic Division is powered by current and former professional athletes who understand the discipline, sacrifice, and leadership required to compete at the highest level. Together, we're helping athletes build financial literacy, ownership, leadership, and long-term success beyond the game.
A current NFL athlete helping athletes understand leadership, financial literacy, and preparation for life beyond sports.
One of the most iconic athletes in NFL history, bringing decades of leadership, mentorship, and athlete advocacy to the next generation.
A respected NFL veteran dedicated to helping athletes navigate financial decisions, leadership opportunities, and long-term success after competition.
After his NFL career, Dajuan built one of the fastest-growing organizations within GFI, generating more than $2M in income over the past 12 months while helping athletes and families create financial security and ownership opportunities.
Our mission is to create a network where current and former athletes can learn, grow, build wealth, create impact, and help the next generation win long after the final whistle.
Partnerships & Community Impact
Partnering with leading organizations to invest in athletes and communities.
Workforce & youth development partnership.
Alumni & athletic relationships.
Athlete financial literacy partner.
Local programs across the Midwest.
Pairing young athletes with experienced mentors.
Training the next generation of leaders.
Investing in the communities that built us.
Real Athletes. Real Impact.
Investing in the communities that built us.
Free Athlete
Financial Literacy Guide
The Coach Zach Playbook™
The essential blueprint every athlete should have before, during, and after their playing career.
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Ownership · Legacy
Coach Zach Live
Where the playbook becomes a conversation.
Real conversations with athletes, executives, and builders.
Keynotes on leadership, NIL, and life after the game.
Press, features and conversations across the athlete development space.
Workshops, panels and gatherings across the Midwest.
Short-form lessons from The Coach Zach Playbook™.
How Can Coach Zach Help?
Tell us a little about your goals and the right team member will reach out.