Welcome to Unwrapped—where sports, culture, and business intersect through the lens of a Black woman founder.

I’m Andrea Brown, a communications strategist, sports marketing enthusiast, and founder of The Gifted Collective, a platform dedicated to helping athletes maximize their voice, brand, and opportunities. With Unwrapped, I’m peeling back the layers of the game—sharing my journey as a founder, breaking down the latest in sports marketing, and offering insights you can actually use.

What you can expect:
🏆 Real talk on sports, branding, and business—from NIL deals to the power plays shaping the industry
📖 Case studies and strategy breakdowns—lessons from athletes, brands, and campaigns that are changing the game
✊🏾 Founder insights—the highs, lows, and lessons learned as I build a business in this space

Whether you’re an athlete, creative, entrepreneur, or just someone who loves sports and smart strategy, Unwrapped is here to keep you informed, inspired, and ahead of the game.

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