Austin Ekeler's Business Endeavors

Take a look at what Austin Ekeler is building off the field.

Business Wire

Austin Ekeler is 28 years old and the running back for the Los Angeles Chargers. One year after going undrafted in 2017, Ekeler returned to school to graduate from Western Colorado University.

Here’s a quick a look at Austin’s off-field business ventures:

EKSPERIENCE - a new, revolutionary platform helping student-athletes connect with fans to both monetize their NIL and build long-term personal brand value. Austin’s vision is to help athletes understand the importance of building fan relationships. EKSPERIENCE was soft launched in December 2022.

EKSPERIENCE

Gridiron Gaming Group (GGG) - an official gaming enterprise platform provider. Launched in 2021, this venture was created because Austin saw success streaming and collaborating on Twitch. Currently, GGG hosts tournaments and helps players build revenue streams on their gaming and streaming platforms.

Pro Athlete Ventures - a news media platform that focuses on philanthropic and entrepreneurial endeavors of NFL athletes. For more info, check out their social media and website.

Fan Controlled Football (FCF) Team Owner - FCF is a 7-on-7 indoor football league that allows fans to call plays in real-time. Two seasons have been completed (2021 & 2022), with play set to resume in 2024. Austin’s team is the Shoulda Been Stars, part of the OG Division. Druski, Altered State Machine, and Rachel Lindsay are also owners of the team.

Ekeler Foundation

Austin Ekeler Foundation - charitable organization with a mission to turn setbacks into stepping stones. The foundation wants to inspire passions and unlock potential. Several projects have included renovating gyms, organizing youth football camps, and giving back to communities in need.