From UConn Football to Building Community Through Running w/ Omar Fortt

15 Jun 2025 • 52 min • EN
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Send us a text What happens when your dream of going pro doesn’t pan out? In this episode of Walk 2 Wealth, I sit down with Omar Fortt — former UConn linebacker turned entrepreneur and founder of Runners Collective. Omar opens up about life after football, rebuilding his identity, and launching one of Connecticut’s fastest-growing wellness communities from scratch. We talk about:Navigating life after college athleticsBuilding a personal brand without the NFL logoLaunching a movement with no followers and turning it into 100+ people running every weekThe role of marketing, mindset, and mission in finding your next chapter Whether you"re an athlete, a creative, or just figuring out your next step — Omar"s story is packed with lessons on purpose, perseverance, and turning pain into progress. 🎧 Tap in and discover how to create something meaningful when it feels like you’re starting from zero. Support the show HOW TO SUPPORT THE WALK 2 WEALTH PODCAST: 1. Subscribe, Rate, & Review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform. 2. Share Episodes with your family, friends, and co-workers. 3. Whether you"re just starting your business or your business is established, ChatGPT can help you take your business to the next level. Get Instant Access To My List of Top 10 ChatGPT Prompts To Save You Time, Energy, & Money: HTTPS://WWW.STOPANDSTARE.MEDIA/AI

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