Ryan Clark Lands Investment from Starbucks Billionaire Howard Schultz
Following his departure from ESPN, the former NFL player's media company, Pivot25 Productions, has secured backing from the former Starbucks CEO.
Ryan Clark, a former NFL player and sports analyst, has secured a significant investment from Howard Schultz, the former CEO of Starbucks, for his media company, Pivot25 Productions. The announcement comes several months after ESPN parted ways with Clark.
Schultz will reportedly focus on developing Clark's media venture into a lasting enterprise. Clark, who played eight seasons in the NFL and won Super Bowl XLIII with the Pittsburgh Steelers, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership on social media. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn from Schultz and grow as a business partner, stating, "Onward & Upward."
Clark's media company is primarily known for its podcast, "The Pivot." The podcast has garnered a substantial following, with over a million subscribers on YouTube, and has recently entered into a streaming agreement with Netflix. Clark has maintained a professional demeanor when discussing his departure from ESPN.
This investment from Schultz represents a notable development for Clark's entrepreneurial endeavors and provides considerable financial backing as he continues to build his media presence.