Ross Mandell, the pioneer who reshaped Wall Street, has catapulted hundreds of companies into the public sphere, crafting his legacy as an undisputed guru in investment banking and stock brokerage. Now, this sought-after public speaker captivates audiences worldwide, weaving his financial genius with life-altering inspiration, merging invaluable financial insights with profound life and business lessons to motivate and inspire a new generation.
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Ross Mandell, the pioneer who reshaped Wall Street, has catapulted hundreds of companies into the public sphere, crafting his legacy as an undisputed guru in investment banking and stock brokerage. Now, this sought-after public speaker captivates audiences worldwide, weaving his financial genius with life-altering inspiration, merging invaluable financial insights with profound life and business lessons to motivate and inspire a new generation.
What Elite Athletes Know About Achieving Financial Freedom
Going Public With Ross Mandell
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What Elite Athletes Know About Achieving Financial Freedom
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In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with LaVonne Idlette, Olympic hurdler for the Dominican Republic, attorney, MBA, and financial professional focused on asset protection and wealth preservation. From elite athletics to law, finance, and family office strategy, LaVonne shares a rare perspective shaped by global competition, discipline, and long-term thinking.
LaVonne walks through her journey from growing up in Hampton, Virginia, discovering her natural speed on neighborhood streets, and eventually becoming a world-class hurdler who competed in the 2012 London Olympics and five World Championships. She explains how competing internationally at a young age built discipline, confidence, and adaptability — traits that later translated into business, law school, and financial strategy. The conversation expands into professional athletics as a business, sponsorship economics, transitioning out of sports, and why curiosity, exposure, and education are critical for building sustainable wealth beyond peak earning years.
Key Moments & Takeaways
-Growing up fast, competitive, and academically gifted in Virginia
-Discovering organized track late and transitioning into hurdles
-Competing internationally for the Dominican Republic at the Olympic and World Championship level
-Life as a professional athlete, sponsorship income, and global competition
-Balancing elite athletics with graduate school and law school
-Transitioning from sports into finance, law, and family office strategy
-Why curiosity, exposure, and discipline matter more than talent alone
-The importance of privacy, asset protection, and long-term wealth planning
-Helping athletes and high earners protect capital and avoid lifestyle traps
-Announcing her upcoming book, The Hidden Wealth Code, built around long-term financial principles
LaVonne Idlette’s story is a masterclass in discipline, reinvention, and elite performance beyond the track. This episode of Going Public highlights how world-class athletic mindset, legal training, and financial intelligence intersect to create lasting success. A must-listen for athletes, entrepreneurs, and high performers looking to convert peak performance into long-term wealth and stability.
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Going Public With Ross Mandell
Ross Mandell, the pioneer who reshaped Wall Street, has catapulted hundreds of companies into the public sphere, crafting his legacy as an undisputed guru in investment banking and stock brokerage. Now, this sought-after public speaker captivates audiences worldwide, weaving his financial genius with life-altering inspiration, merging invaluable financial insights with profound life and business lessons to motivate and inspire a new generation.
