About us
Our Mission
At
Athlete2Employment (A2E), our mission is to connect businesses with top-tier talent by specializing in the placement of former and current collegiate athletes. We aim to bridge the gap between the athletic world and the corporate workforce, leveraging the unique skills athletes develop—such as leadership, teamwork, and resilience. By providing businesses with high-performing, disciplined candidates, we ensure that employers gain a competitive advantage, while empowering athletes with career opportunities that align with their potential.
What we do
We serve businesses looking for qualified employees by matching the best candidates—former and current collegiate athletes—with the positions they wish to fill. Many companies recognize the unique value that athletes bring to the workplace, such as dedication, time management, leadership, and resilience.
As the intermediary between athletes and businesses, we ensure the best fit for both parties. Our loyalty to collegiate athletes and their respective athletic departments drives our mission to place them in the ideal career opportunities. The strong relationships we’ve developed through athletic departments and the business world are what set us apart. Built on trust, reliability, and proven success, we are proud to be the industry leader in athlete placement.
Meet Our Team
Garrett Wood
CEO/Co-Founder
Garrett Wood, a former Division 1 golfer at Xavier University and the University of Kentucky, co-founded Athlete2Employment (A2E) to help student-athletes transition from sports to successful careers in the workforce. During his time in the Big East and SEC, Garrett earned numerous accolades, including being a 3-time All-American Scholar, a 4-time SEC Honor Roll recipient, and achieving 42 career starts in collegiate golf.
Garrett’s golf career was highlighted by 1 collegiate win (Big East Conference), 2 runner-up finishes, 11 top-10 finishes, and 21 top-20 finishes, with a career-low round of 65 recorded three times. He Earned First-Team All Conference in the Big East as well. His exceptional skills on the course led him to compete as an elite amateur player, reaching as high as a top 200 golfer in the world rankings and competing in two United States Amateur Championships, including most recently in 2022.
With a Bachelor's in Finance and an MBA, Garrett combines his business expertise with his passion for helping athletes succeed off the course. After college, Garrett pursued a professional golf career and continues to compete today. His personal experience navigating the challenges of transitioning from athletics to the business world drives his dedication to ensuring that student-athletes have the support and opportunities they need to thrive in their careers. At A2E, Garrett is committed to helping athletes leverage their unique skills, such as leadership, discipline, and resilience, to succeed in the corporate world.
Dhaivat Pandya
COO/Co-Founder
Dhaivat Pandya, a former Division 1 golfer at the University of Maryland and the University of Kentucky, co-founded Athlete2Employment (A2E) to help student-athletes transition seamlessly from collegiate athletics to the corporate workforce. During his time competing in the Big Ten and SEC, Dhaivat earned several prestigious academic and athletic honors, including being a 2-time All-American Scholar, a 1x SEC Honor Roll recipient, and a 2x Big Ten Honor Roll honoree.
Dhaivat’s athletic accomplishments include 30 career starts, a runner-up finish at the Ohio Amateur, and a 3rd place finish at the Big Ten Championship. He was also named to the All-Big Ten Tournament Team, competed in US Open Sectionals, and posted a career low round of 66.
Outside of collegiate golf, Dhaivat traveled the country as an elite amateur player, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the golf community. After his collegiate career, Dhaivat pursued his business career, leveraging his undergraduate degree in Finance from the University of Maryland and his Master’s in Finance from the University of Kentucky to excel in the business world.
Dhaivat's experience in both elite athletics and business development fuels his passion for empowering student-athletes and ensuring they are recognized for their exceptional skills, such as leadership, discipline, and resilience. At A2E, Dhaivat is dedicated to helping athletes leverage these attributes to succeed in their careers and make an impact in the workforce.
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