Elite Partner Network
Synergistic growth through professional collaboration. We work with the industry's most influential agencies to redefine the landscape of athlete representation. Elite is open to working with other organizations through strategic partnerships to advance the careers or our players and coaches.
Our Partner Agencies
Elite Sports Empowerment Inc. (ESE) has partnered with FLA Sports and Entertainment to expand the depth of support available to its athletes. Leading FLA Sports and Entertainment are Arnold Smith, Director of Basketball Operations and Certified WNBA Agent, and Michael Jones, a licensed financial advisor and wealth management professional. Together, this partnership pairs ESE's athlete representation with FLA Sports and Entertainment's basketball operations and financial expertise, giving clients comprehensive support on and off the court
Arnold Smith
Arnold Smith, a graduate of Troy University, with an MBA in Employment Law is the Director of Basketball Operations and Certified WNBA Agent. Arnold brings firsthand basketball experience as a former professional player in Europe along with over 20 years in organizational management, guiding athletes through every stage of their professional journey.Â
Mike Jones
Michael Jones, a graduate of Florida A&M University is a licensed financial advisor and wealth management professional. Michael holds Series 7 and 66 licenses and the specialized SE-AWMA® designation, bringing more than 12 years of experience in marketing, contract negotiation, and executive management for Fortune 100 companies to help athletes build and protect long-term wealth.