#17 From the Sideline to Startups: A conversation about courage and community with Five Star Fans co-founder Tina Provost

If you’ve ever wanted to start a business, this will give you energy. Tina Provost was a D1 cheerleader for Ohio State and with her business partner, created Five Star Fans, the NIL’s only platform that lets fans send players rewards directly. She shares her entrepreneurial journey, her personal story of a tough upbringing and inspires you to live life to the fullest.

Additional Resources:

Connect with Tina:
Five Star Fans: https://www.fivestarfans.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinaprovost/

Connect with Danielle:
The Story Effect http://thestoryeffect.com/
Instagram http://instagram.com/storyeffectpodcast
Linkedin  https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellekrischik
Learn about Knight Agency http://knightagency.com/

Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peopleforward-network/

Learn more about PeopleForward Network: https://peopleforwardnetwork.com/

Key Takeaways:

- The emotional connection to sports can create a sense of community.
- Experiencing adversity can shape resilience and determination.
- Being part of a team fosters lifelong friendships and support.
- Entrepreneurship requires courage and a willingness to take risks.
- The NIL changes the landscape for college athletes significantly.