Lenders Playbook. Episode 53

Dec 6

From NFL Star to Private Lending with Devon Kennard

Today’s guest is Devon Kennard, a true embodiment of excellence—on the football field, in the classroom, and in the business world.

Before being drafted into the NFL in 2014, he earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Communication Management from the University of Southern California, where he maintained a 3.8 GPA. Devon played for The New York Giants, Arizona Cardinals, Detroit Lions, and Baltimore Ravens for 9 seasons total.

But his story doesn’t stop with the NFL. During his academic journey, he discovered a passion for real estate investing and building passive income. Today, he leads 42 Solutions, a thriving private lending company with a robust portfolio of properties and numerous successful investments in syndications. His transition from professional athlete to an accomplished investor is nothing short of inspiring."

Get ready for an inspiring conversation about resilience, consistency and real estate. Please welcome to the show, Devon Kennard.

What you will learn

Balancing Excellence Across Fields:
How Devon maintained academic excellence with a 3.8 GPA while playing football at a high level, earning both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree.
Transitioning From NFL to Real Estate:
- Insights into Devon’s journey from a 9-season NFL career with teams like the Giants, Cardinals, Lions, and Ravens, to becoming a successful real estate investor.
Building Wealth Through Real Estate:
- Devon’s strategies for generating passive income and creating a robust portfolio through private lending, syndications, and property investments.
Resilience and Consistency in Life and Business:
- The principles Devon has carried from the football field into his investing and entrepreneurial ventures.
The Vision Behind 42 Solutions:
- How Devon's company is making an impact in the private lending space and his approach to scaling success in real estate.