From protecting Austin’s live music scene to launching the University of Texas’s largest NIL fund, Nick Shuley’s career has always centered on impact—and on people.

In this episode, we sit down with Nick to unpack how he found himself at the forefront of the NIL movement, fighting to ensure college athletes weren’t just paid, but supported. He shares how he navigated the chaotic rollout of NIL legislation, why he made it a point to sit down with every athlete he worked with, and the financial and emotional lessons these young adults need long before they ever go pro.

We also explore the parallels between sudden NIL windfalls and the experience of first-year entrepreneurs, the disproportionate impact on Black athletes, and what Nick wishes every donor and student-athlete would consider before signing a deal. He and Daniel also dive into the origin of the Third and Longhorn podcast—a platform that’s helped athletes tell their stories, grow their brands, and in one case, even find a new home for a food truck.

Whether you care about sports, social equity, or just love a good underdog story, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and heart.

Resources:

• Learn more at The Color of Money
• Follow Nick Shuley on Instagram: @nickshuley
• Connect with Nick Shuley on LinkedIn
• Become a real estate agent HERE

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This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

From NFL locker rooms to boardrooms with Stephen Ross, Jamar Adams’ journey is anything but ordinary. In this powerful episode, Jamar shares how growing up in public housing, winning chess championships, and excelling in football laid the foundation for founding Essence Development—a $6B real estate firm focused on creating communities of opportunity.

We dive into how Jamar leveraged his NFL experience to gain access to high finance, why a billion-dollar bonus opened his eyes to wealth creation, and how divine providence shaped a career built on strategy, mentorship, and purpose. Jamar reveals the real cost—and reward—of starting a business, and why diversity isn’t a feel-good checkbox, but a powerful driver of value and empathy in development.

This episode is a masterclass in mindset, legacy, and building systems that serve. Whether you're starting with three rental doors or dreaming of 3,000 units, Jamar's story will change how you think about what's possible.

Resources:

• Learn more at The Color of Money
• Learn more about Jamar’s work at essencedev.com
• Connect with Jamar on LinkedIn
• Become a real estate agent HERE

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Emerick Peace:

• Instagram: @theemerickpeace
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Daniel Dixon:

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• Facebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixon
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsoldit
• YouTube: @dixongroupcompanies

Julia Lashay:

• Instagram: @iamjulialashay
• Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
• YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Bo Menkiti

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• Facebook: facebook.com/obiora.menkiti
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/

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What if your family could operate like a business, not just to survive, but to build legacy wealth?

In this powerful episode of The Color of Money, we’re joined by private wealth advisor LaVaisha Davis, who specializes in helping first-generation wealth creators build “fractional family offices.” These coordinated, strategic setups bring together your CPA, attorney, investment advisor, and insurance professionals to work in sync, so your financial plan is greater than the sum of its parts.

LaVaisha breaks down the core pillars of wealth planning—investment, income, estate, taxes, and philanthropy—and explains how entrepreneurs can avoid costly mistakes by aligning their advisors under one cohesive strategy. She also addresses a critical concern for many listeners: how do you build wealth collaboratively if your family structure is fractured or strained?

If you’ve ever felt like wealth management is out of reach, this conversation will change your perspective—and maybe your future.

Resources:

• Learn more at The Color of Money
• LaVaisha Davis’ Website
• LaVaisha on Instagram
• LaVaisha on LinkedIn
• Join the Welcome Legacy Community
• Become a real estate agent HERE

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Emerick Peace:

• Instagram: @theemerickpeace
• Facebook: facebook.com/emerickpeace

Daniel Dixon:

• Instagram: @dixonsoldit
• Facebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixon
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsoldit
• YouTube: @dixongroupcompanies

Julia Lashay:

• Instagram: @iamjulialashay
• Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
• YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Bo Menkiti

• Instagram: @bomenkiti
• Facebook: facebook.com/obiora.menkiti
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/

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This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.