Matt Lashoff, a former NHL defenseman and current Strategic Leader with Oak View Group and Founder of Vesta Legacy Group, shares how the grueling discipline of professional hockey prepared him for the complexities of global sports business and entrepreneurship. He discusses his unconventional path of balancing a career in the rink with his passion as a recording artist, highlighting how the vulnerability of songwriting taught him to lead with authenticity. This episode provides a roadmap for navigating high-stakes career transitions by focusing on the power of "failing forward" and maintaining the resilience to execute even when things are at their most inconvenient.

Bio: Matt Lashoff is a business builder, former NHL player, and founder of Vesta Legacy Group, a firm focused on helping companies grow through athlete and executive partnerships. He also serves as a senior executive at Oak View Group, where he works on major venue and development projects across North America.

After transitioning out of professional hockey, Matt built his career at the intersection of sports, business, and investment. Today, he focuses on driving revenue, structuring deals, and creating opportunities that connect brands, capital, and high-level networks. Based in St. Louis, he’s actively involved in business, youth sports, and community  

Something Extra: "For me, it's resilience." 

 Guest Links: 

• Matt’s LinkedIn
• Matt Lashoff Music
• Oak View Group