Molly Fletcher Explained

Molly Fletcher
Birth Date:	20 September 1971 (age 52)
Birth Place:	East Lansing, Michigan, US
Occupation:	Motivational speaker, author, sports agent
Alma Mater:	Michigan State University

Molly Fletcher (born September 20, 1971) is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker and former sports agent. She is the founder of the Molly Fletcher Company, based in Atlanta, Georgia.^[1]

Early life and education

Molly Fletcher was born on September 20, 1971, in East Lansing, Michigan. She graduated from Michigan State University in 1993 with a B.A. in communications. She competed on the varsity tennis team from 1989 to 1993, captaining the team as a senior.^[2]

Fletcher moved to Atlanta shortly after graduation. She negotiated her first contract by arranging to teach tennis lessons at a luxury Atlanta apartment complex in exchange for free rent.^[3] Following a stint with Intellimedia Sports, Inc., a division of ESPN, Fletcher worked on the Super Bowl XXVIII Host Committee and then CSE.

Career

Described as the "female Jerry Maguire" by CNN and ESPN,^{[4] [5]} Fletcher has recruited and represented athletes, coaches and broadcasters, including Tom Izzo, Ernie Johnson Jr., Matt Kuchar, Doc Rivers, John Smoltz, Erin Andrews,^[6] Billy Donovan,^[7] and Joe Theismann.

Works

Fletcher is the author of the following books:

• Book: Fletcher, Molly . A Winner's Guide to Negotiating: How Conversation Gets Deals Done . . New York . 2014 . 978-0-71838-783-9.
• Book: Fletcher, Molly . The 5 Best Tools To Find Your Dream Career . Carpenters Son Publishing . Franklin . 2013 . 978-1940262048.
• Book: Fletcher, Molly . The Business of Being the Best: Inside the World of Go-Getters and Game Changers . . New York . 2011 . 978-1118060100.
• Book: Fletcher, Molly . Fearless at Work . . New York . 2017 . 978-1259862984.
• Book: Fletcher, Molly . The Energy Clock: 3 Simple Steps to Create a Life Full of ENERGY - and Live Your Best Every Day . 2020 . Simple Truths . 978-1492691501.

Personal life

Fletcher is married with three daughters, including twins. She resides in Atlanta, Georgia with her family.^[8]

Notes and References

1. News: Bradford . Nicole . Fletcher: Embrace Your Potential - Atlanta Business Chronicle . 13 September 2016 . Atlanta Business Chronicle . April 17, 2015.
2. Web site: Michigan State Women's Tennis Team Celebrates Past with Alumnae Event - Michigan State Official Athletic Site . 2006-09-08 . https://web.archive.org/web/20170510090628/http://www.msuspartans.com/sports/w-tennis/spec-rel/090806aaa.html . 2017-05-10 . dead .
3. News: Unleashing Your Potential: Molly Fletcher at TEDxEmory . https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211220/FZuO32MJ6o8 . 2021-12-20 . live. 2015-04-14 . YouTube . 2013-06-02.
4. Web site: Hong . Eleanor . Female agents a rarity in team sports . 2009-04-28 .
5. News: McClintock. Margaret. Molly Fletcher: FACES of Atlanta. 20 September 2016. StyleBlueprint. September 13, 2015.
6. News: Jordan Shamus. Kristen. Molly Fletcher's tips to master the art of negotiation. 20 September 2016. Detroit Free Press. November 11, 2014.
7. Web site: 3 things not do in your next job negotiation. Chemi. Eric. 2015-10-18. CNBC. 2016-09-26.
8. News: Spain. Sarah. Molly Fletcher gives athletes a voice. 11 September 2016. ESPN. April 4, 2012.