EXECUTIVE TEAM

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    Joseph Orukotan, Managing Partner

    Joseph, a co-founder of A1R, is a nationally respected program builder. Best known for coaching and development of Bronny and Bryce James and creating the elite AAU programs Strive For Greatness and Blue Chips. Through those programs, he’s helped develop and showcase some of the most talented players in the country, building a reputation for demanding standards, detailed skill work, and a real understanding of what it takes to succeed at the next level.

    Joseph has played a key role in building the brands of high-profile athletes such as Kevin Concepcion and Daniel Harris, helping position them for long-term success both on and off the field. He has been directly involved in structuring and executing seven figures worth of NIL deals, leveraging his relationships with families, brands, and decision-makers to turn early exposure into real economic opportunity.

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    Anthony Raia, Managing Partner

    Anthony is an NBPA-certified agent and co-founder of A1R, bringing a rare blend of analytics, scouting, and relationship-driven representation. Before launching A1R, Anthony cut his teeth in basketball and football analytics and film breakdown, building a data-backed approach to evaluating talent. He has worked with numerous overseas players across Europe and other international markets, advising on contract structure, career strategy, and pathways back to the NBA and G League. Combining deep scouting experience, a modern understanding of advanced metrics, and a growing global network of coaches, teams, and decision-makers, Anthony is focused on building A1R into a player-first agency that maximizes both on-court opportunity and off-court earning potential.

    Anthony has negotiated seven figures in NIL deals across college football and basketball, working with high-profile athletes, collectives, and brands.

AGENTS

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    James Landry, NFLPA Agent

    Impact Sports Strategic Partnership

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    Dante Cortello, NFLPA Agent

    Impact Sports Strategic Partnership

  • DAVE PATEL

    NBPA Agent

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    Justin Rubin, FIBA Agent

    Strategic Partnership with ProConnect

OPERATIONS

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    Bobby Pettiford

    Director of Client Services

  • Steven Thompson

    Football Operations Manager

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    David White

    Coaching Operations Manager

NIL

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    Adarious Jones

    NIL Manager - Football

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    Steve Young

    NIL Manager - Football

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    Chris Allen

    NIL Manager

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    Kelly Garcia

    Athlete Manager

PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

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    Jay Coleman

    Basketball Player Development