From NFL to CEO ft. Chris Hetherington | Coffeez for Closers with Joe Shalaby

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, we sit down with Chris Hetherington—former 11-year NFL veteran turned CEO of Fathead. From his early days as a Yale quarterback turned pro fullback, to his current role leading one of the most iconic sports brands of the last two decades, Chris shares the highs, lows, and real-life lessons that shaped his journey.

We talk about the mindset shift from athlete to entrepreneur, the hard truth about financial literacy in sports, and how Chris and his team are reinventing Fathead for a new generation—infusing tech, collectibles, and cultural relevance back into a brand loved by millions.

Chris opens up about losing his home in the Palisades fire, rebuilding his life and family structure in Newport Beach, and how being a present father and role model is the most important title he’ll ever hold.

This episode is about grit, reinvention, leadership—and doing what it takes to win in every season of life.

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