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Sports Stars Who Own Restaurant Franchises

Sports stars today are finding innovative ways to invest the millions of dollars they earn on the field and court. Many have turned to become franchisees in various restaurant chains as a safe, reliable way to make profits on their earnings. Sports stars who own restaurant franchises understand what it is like to compete in the business world. They are great speakers, sharing stories about their entrepreneurial success while inspiring audiences at a variety of corporate events.

Jamal Mashburn

Retired NBA All-Star

$20,000 - $30,000

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Magic Johnson

Basketball Hall of Famer and Los Angeles Lakers Legend

$100,000 or More

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Keyshawn Johnson

Legendary NFL Wide Receiver and ESPN Commentator

$30,000 - $50,000

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Trevor Ariza

Forward for the Los Angeles Lakers

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Drew Brees

Retired 13-Time Pro Bowl Quarterback for the New Orleans Saints

$100,000 or More

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Mark Brunell

Retired Three-Time Pro Bowl Quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars

$10,000 - $20,000

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Shaquille O'Neal

Retired NBA Legend

$100,000 or More

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Venus Williams

Five-Time Wimbledon Champion

$100,000 or More

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Drew Gooden

Retired NBA Power Forward and Kansas Jayhawks Legend

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Richard Sherman

Retired Five-Time Pro Bowl Cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks

$30,000 - $50,000

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Adrian Gonzalez

First Baseman with the Boston Red Sox

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Mohamed Sanu

Wide Receiver for the New England Patriots

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Billy Sims

1978 Heisman Trophy Winner and Restaurant Chain Founder

$5,000 - $10,000

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Dat Nguyen

Former Dallas Cowboys Linebacker

$10,000 - $20,000

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Athlete Speakers is a sports speakers bureau and marketing agency. We work on behalf of our clients to get the best booking price for the desired speaker. In addition to arranging appearances and speaking engagements, we represent corporations, PR firms and other organizations hiring sports stars for advertising campaigns, marketing campaigns, endorsements, new product launches, publicity events, fundraisers, trade shows, conventions, meet and greets, virtual meetings, and product launches. We do not exclusively represent anyone listed on this website. Athlete booking fees are deemed to be reliable, but not guaranteed and can change at any time due to the demand, travel schedule, event location or other factors.