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Brendon Ayanbadejo

Kidstrong Area Developer at KidStrong

Los Angeles, California

Overview 

Brendon Ayanbadejo is a Super Bowl champion and equal rights advocate, known for his roles as a former professional athlete with the Baltimore Ravens, Chicago Bears, and Miami Dolphins, as well as his current position as the Kidstrong Area Developer and a Limited Partner at Next Play Capital and Orangetheory Fitness. He is actively involved in investing in various sectors such as EnergyTech, Wellness & Fitness, and Education, with a focus on companies in Los Angeles and Southern California. Throughout his career, Brendon has excelled in sports, transitioning into entrepreneurship and investment, while also making significant contributions as an LGBT and civil rights advocate, showcasing a diverse skill set that includes sports management, public speaking, and social media expertise.

Work Experience 

  • Kidstrong Area Developer

    2021 - Current

KidStrong is a child development training center that specializes in the development of the brain, physical, and character of the child.

Raised $10,000,000.00.

  • Speaker/Public Advocate

    2009

    I understand both the pain of discrimination and the gain of personal joy that comes from embracing an unwavering belief in equal rights for all. I'm a proud supporter of LGBTq+ and Civil Rights. I have been fortunate enough to speak at several fotune 500 companies the likes of: Visa, Procter & Gamble, Facebook, ESPN, Johnson & Johnson, Google. A few of the schools I've been able to speak at: Harvard, Cornell, University of Delaware, UCLA, Eastern Oklahoma Companies I have consulted Diversity Equity and Inclusion: Orangetheory Fitness, West Coast Fitness, FIT Unlimited, Isagenix Today, Brendon sees the fight to legalize same-sex marriage as the 21st century version of the fight for racial equality, and he has thrown himself into the battle for equal rights with a relentless determination towards victory.

  • Limited Partner

    2016

  • Limited Partner

    2013 - 2023

    Currently the Area Developer of Santa Clara, Santa Cruz & Los Angeles Counties, Sacramento, Bakersfield, Cincinnati OH, Melbourne AUS. Our territories currently have 55 locations. What is Orangetheory Fitness? Orangetheory Fitness is 5 zone heart rate based cardiovascular and resistance interval training. We implement a variety of equipment including treadmills, rowing machines, TRX suspension training™ and free weights to tone your body burning fat and gaining energy throughout the day. Known as "The Best One-Hour Workout in the Country", participants can burn 500-1000 calories in a 60-minute session. Backed by the science of excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC), our 5 zone heart-rate interval training system is designed to keep your heart rate in a target zone, that stimulates metabolism and increases energy. The result is the Orange Effect – more energy, visible toning and extra calorie burn for up to 24 hours after your workout! -NorCal open San Jose Willow Glen San Jose Communication Hill San Jose Rose Garden San Jose Downtown San Jose Silver Creek Palo Alto Los Gatos Sunnyvale downtown Campbell Capitola Morgan Hill Cupertino Walnut Creek Lafayette Foster City San Mateo South San Francisco Mountain View Santa Clara Mission Park Marketplace Santa Clara Monticello San Jose Almaden -Los Angeles County Open Los Angeles Brentwood Westlake Village Santa Monica Torrance Melrose / La Brea Glendale Sherman Oaks Century City Los Angeles Downtown Northridge Simi Valley Burbank Redondo Beach Culver City Agora Hills Woodland Hills Los Angeles Downtown 2 Los Angeles Korea Town Culver City mar vista Marina Del Rey Playa Vista El Segundo

  • Coach

    2021 - 2022

    I'll be coaching live workouts as well as on demand strenght + HIIT fitness classes on the Tonal platform.

Tonal is a smart home gym that uses artificial intelligence and coaching to provide strength training.

Raised $580,000,000.00 from Cobalt Capital, Kindred Ventures, Dragoneer Investment Group, Transformational Healthcare, Team Builder Ventures and L Catterton.

  • FOXSports.com (Writer) / FOX Football Daily (Analyst)

    2013 - 2015

    To see my latest work, visit www.msn.foxsports.com/writer/Brendon_Ayanbadejo

  • Professional Athlete

    2008 - 2013

    Team captain and NFLPA Team Representative.

  • Professional Athlete

    2005 - 2008

    As a captain for the Chicago Bears, I helped contribute to the team reaching the Super Bowl.

Chicago Bears are a professional American football team in Chicago, Illinois.

  • Professional Athlete

    2003 - 2005

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