National Scouting Combine Featured Sports Agent, Lauren Burchfield from Levelup Marketing

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Lauren Burchfield | Levelup Marketing | DB 

Website: levelup-better.com | Instagram: @lb.athlete2agent/

Q: How did you come to start LevelUp? What was your motivation?

A: Levelup was unintentionally started about 10 years ago but my consistent involvement in the youth and amateur sports community and my industry knowledge, and expertise in the fitness and sports nutrition world. Unknowingly I was building brand partnerships for leagues, teams, and athletes before I decided to make it my profession. 

 

Q: What would you consider to be your biggest accomplishment in your sports career?

A: My biggest accomplishment comes from knowing I have positively impacted another person’s life and supported their career or life journey. I have had the chance to chat with countless athletes, some that I have or currently represent, and some I simply offered advice, whether it was a simple recommendation for their sports journey or direction for their future career planning, for life after the game. 

 

Q: What do you consider to be one of the more important things you learned during your career?

A:  Jokingly, I refer to myself as a “Professional Relationship Facilitator” because I love engaging within different communities and connecting with diverse individuals, simply by initiating a conversation.  It is important to remain humble and offer a helping hand to others around you as your career may rise, it is important to empower those who helped in the process. The sports industry may seem large, but really, it is a small community that is powered by a strong network. That being said, I have found that networking is key for a successful sports career.

 

Q: What has been your biggest challenge and how do you manage it?

A: The biggest challenge for me was gaining my first client when LevelUp was just starting out. Gaining the first client seemed the hardest, but once they were signed to our agency, many followed suit. It goes back to being humble, and when you care about those within your cliché, the relationship comes naturally which can be seen by others. It is always important to be yourself, rather than pretending to be what others think you should be. Transparency and being humble goes a long way. As a sports agent and representative, we hold the successes of another individuals in our hands. The original challenge was establishing the foundation of trust that led to relationship. 

 

Q: What qualities do you look for when scouting athletes for representation?

A: The qualities we look for in our athletes to represent, are those that dedicated, and display active listening skills that translate into leadership abilities. Many of our athletes come from a similar background, leading to them being overlooked, or missed in the chance to advance to the next level. Athletes that remain humble in the process display a different level of dedication. Their motivation and drive is presented like no other, because they are leading with integrity and establishing their right to advance. An athlete’s sports career journey can be uneasy, but our agency and level of representation empowers their alibies as we are a part of the support system, while presenting a variety of opportunities. The athletes that Levelup represent or scouts exhibits those of the same mentality and devotion as the mission behind Levelup. We are dedicated. We are motivated. We will not stop. We believe; therefore, we keep applying ourselves. Levelup seeks those with the same qualities because those are the athletes that are eager to invest in themselves, and so will we. 

 

Q: How can athletes learn more or get on your radar?

A: Athletes can find me on most of the social media platforms; IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, Discord, or they can check out our company website, or connect with me at the National Scouting Combine. Always happy to have a conversation.

 

Q: What can athletes do to prepare for opportunities at the next level?

A: Preparing for the next level is not just about physical performance. Yes, as an athlete, the ability to perform is required. However, the mental preparation is the main driver to success. An athlete must be ready to showcase their skills, connect with their fans, all while staying calm under the pressures of their career expectations. Outside of the well-rounded preparation, athletes must seek out every opportunity available to increase their presence, and attend tryouts, network with teams, attend events such as the National Scouting Combine. It is all about being in the right place, at the right time. That is the best way to prepare their self for the next level. Put in the work because the next level does not come easy, it is earned.    

 

Q: How important is an athlete’s background and do you look for anything specific?

A: As far as an athlete’s background, we look at their school, stats, dedication to the game and we listen to their story. As mentioned, they missed their opportunity, but why? Life can throw curve balls, but it is then how they respond to those life events that transpires to the passion of their devotion of their craft. We do not look for specifics when it comes to background, such as school, family, or life events. We care more about the moral compass and the devotion to their sports career mission.

 

Q: Who is the perfect candidate that will succeed with your help?

A: The perfect candidate is one the becomes an influential leader, by being the first at practice and the last one to leave. They are consistently mastering their craft and even put in the reps during the off season. The perfect candidate is one who actively listens to direction, advice, and feedback given. In turn, the perfect candidate would instinctively apply those tools and resources offered towards their performance and career development. 

 

Q: If you could make a positive impact on all of society what would it be and why?

A: Funny question, because I can confidently state that I feel like I am already doing it. Maybe on a micro impact level but my approach to athlete representation creates a positive impact on someone. My goal when I started representing athletes was to be their support and help them overcome adversity in their sports journey. Everyone deserves a shot at their dream career, and it is a passion of mine to do everything in my power to help as many athletes achieve their dream. 

 

Q: Who is or has been the most influential person in your life?

A: The most influential person in my life has changed as my personal and professional goals have. My influence comes from others around me, and those that are impacted by a common issue. My influence is driven by the passion that comes from other aspirations and the need to modify the system, by acting as their Change Agent. 

 

Q: What is something unique about your sport or organization that people would find fascinating?

A: Our method and approach to sports management, athlete representation and athlete development is not like other sports agencies. Our clients become family, and we are dedicated to their overall well-being by offering a holistic approach that provides client specific resources that lead to the enhancement of their sports career journey and business endeavors.

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“I would like to start this message by thanking you and everyone involved who made this opportunity possible. I am truly grateful for the experience and atmosphere you’ve cultivated through the National Scouting Combine. My journey has not been an easy one by any means. Losing my mother in 2017 to cancer, losing the house my brothers and I called home before attending this very event in 2018, and completely bombing the event left me completely shot mentally. This event that just took place gave me the motivation and hope for better days. That is exactly what has been provided to me. Opportunities I never considered have presented themselves to me with each passing day. WWE contract offers, Rugby offers, and NFL scout inquiries about what kind of man Jarrod Cann is, are just the first of many opportunities that were made real through my participation in your event! Thank you for allowing me to tell my story on such a platform and allowing me to save lives with my story.”
Jarrod Cann
Jarrod CannRB, Central Connecticut State
“The National Scouting Combine was a great opportunity for me to get official test numbers and get my information out to teams and scouts to gain necessary exposure. It is always a big challenge for athletes to get official verified numbers but the National Scouting Combine gave me this opportunity. The entire staff works with the players to put them into the best position to succeed. They give players opportunities to promote themselves on and off the field. They have a setup to do all combine tests and to perform official position drills. The event also allows for players to gain useful contacts with teams and National Scouting Combine staff members to further promote themselves. The National Scouting Combine provided me with a chance to showcase my abilities as a free agent and put myself in a good position to have success in my pursuit to play professional football. I want thank the National Scouting Combine staff for giving players this unique chance to demonstrate their skills.”
Chris Bury
Chris BuryTE, Notre Dame
“I had a great experience at the combine. The whole staff was extremely positive and really wanted the best for all of the players that attended. Being that I was a free agent and a season removed from NFL camps it was crucial for me to get new numbers to show I was still working hard. My only opportunity so far came from a scout who attended the combine. As players that’s why we attend these events, to be seen by the pro levels. I’m very greatful for the opportunity that was came from the combine. I’ll be recommending it to every player possible in the future who’s looking to go pro.”
Dillon Salva
Dillon SalvaTE, Merrimack
My experience at the National Scouting Combine was an extremely positive one. Coming from a small school (Bryant University – Division I AA), opportunities to showcase my athleticism and measurables to pro scouts were scarce. However, Jimmy and his team gave me that opportunity when they put together a first-class event, in an outstanding venue and invited hundreds of players that had been overlooked or just wanted the opportunity to showcase their abilities. The connections, advice and coaching I received at the 2018 National Scouting Combine were priceless, as many pro scouts and coaches began to get in contact with me during and immediately after the combine. Jimmy and his team did an outstanding job of incorporating new, cutting edge technologies into the combine, while inviting well-respected coaches, scouts and former professional players to run the drills and provide coaching. Jimmy provided me with a platform to chase my dream of playing professional football that I would not otherwise have had, and in turn is part of the reason why many CFL teams took interest in me, why I was invited to Rookie Minicamps with the Jets and Texans and why I have now signed with the Orlando Apollo’s of the new Alliance of American Football League. The invitation to the 2018 National Scouting Combine was a blessing to me and my career and I would recommend any and all small school or overlooked college football player to attend and take advantage of this combine that, with Jimmy leading it, will continue to get better every single year.
Matt Sewell
Matt SewellWR, Bryant University
“My testimonial would be because of COVID-19, it has hindered my ability to showcase my talents at pro days, workouts, and tryouts. But, because of the NSC I can still send official numbers and video to each team, while also gaining the opportunity to meet scouts in face and build a relationship with them. Lastly, the NSC is second only to the NFL combine which helps me have something else to hang my hat on as one of the top performers!”
Jamal Ware
Jamal WareLB, Maryville College
“Thank you for the support and helping with promoting me for the next level. I am most definitely interested and my experience at the national scouting combine was incredible. It was my first official opportunity and it was a professional combine. All verified, legitimate laser times and numbers are vital to have especially in the times we are facing today. All of the coaches and personnel involved were professional in every aspect. It is such a blessing to have the opportunity to be apart of the national scouting combine and I can’t be more grateful to have verified numbers.”
Kyle Haines
Kyle HainesWR, Shippensburg
“First and foremost I would like to thank the NSC staff for giving me the opportunity to showcase my skills in front of scouts and allow myself to get relevant combine numbers. This combine is by far the best Combine I have been to. The rooms were great and the food that was provided by NSC was great as well. You can feel that they had a passion for helping those who may not have had an NFL Combine invite and others who are just chasing that opportunity. They were extremely supportive and willing to market the players in every way possible. I was beyond impressed with the testing once we got going. Everything was very organized and professional just as it should be. When it came to the testing they had both hand time and laser time which makes your test times that much more official. The number of scouts that attended the Scouting Combine was even better. This staff truly knows how to put together a legit A+ combine experience and was by far the best combine experience I have been a part of.”
Nolan Saraceni
Nolan SaraceniRB, Montana Tech
“I was fortunate enough to be a participant in the 2020 BSN Scouting Combine as it was an experience that I will surely never forget. Not only did it open opportunities for me to play football at the professional level, but it also shed light on my path to a football dream as an underdog. Not many athletes get this sort of opportunity and I am just blessed to have been apart of it.”
Tyler Anderson
Tyler AndersonRB, Thomas More University
Pursuing a career in professional football from a small school is a lonely path. A prospect may have the support of his peers, family, and teammates, but the process can be overwhelming and very confusing. Often times small school prospects don’t have access to the resources provided to prospects at football powerhouses. “How can I get myself in front of scouts? How can I prove to them that I can play at the next level?” These are only a few of the many questions that race through a potential prospects mind on a daily basis. The Beyond Sports Network National Combine helped simplify this process for many of the players that attended, including myself. Despite the combine being held for a few days, the information and services provided by the combine, as well as the sense of community between the staff members and prospects stood out to me. Every test that would be performed at the NFL combine was covered, every coach and staff member supported each prospect to an unbelievable extent, and the amount of scouts and agents in attendance and how interactive they were was impressive. The Beyond Sports Network National Scouting Combine was a critical step in attempting to take my talents to the next level. If you are a small school prospect with no clear path to the next level, the National Scouting Combine will certainly clear up the path for you.
Schnayder Termidor
Schnayder TermidorLB, Ithaca College
BSN gave me the platform I needed to be respected as a athlete. I came to there first Combine in 2010. I was pulled by every NFL, CFL scout. At that time there were a couple really good WRs including a SEC top WR who NFL scouts were coming to see. Once I put up good #s in my Testing Drills, we did one on ones. I showed my great covering skills to the point all the scouts herd the WRs talking and asking who was this guy. Then BSN promoted me and my numbers and I received workouts on all levels. I became a name in the business. Having legit numbers and respectable organization backing you is what you need. Everyone can say they can play and perform but coaches and scouts don’t believe you. BSN gives you the stage to perform and prove them wrong and get the opportunity you deserve. Because of BSN I was able to create a long professional career and when needed comeback to prove I could still play at a high level.
Cedeno Patrick
Cedeno PatrickLB, Delaware State
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