Dr. Ernest E. Cutler Jr. is a seasoned leader, mentor, and advocate who blends athletic, military, and intelligence expertise into the field of sports representation. Born in Whiteville, North Carolina, and now based in Frisco, Texas, Ernest brings over 20 years of experience in defense logistics, procurement, and intelligence analysis, alongside a deep background in athletics and player development.

A U.S. Navy veteran, Ernest served with distinction, directing logistics and procurement operations that ensured readiness for thousands of service members and multiple aircraft squadrons. His military career sharpened his skills in negotiation, resource management, and operational planning. Transitioning into the civilian sector, Ernest continued this trajectory as a Senior Financial Crimes Intelligence Analyst with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, where he holds a TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph. In this role, he specializes in financial intelligence, fraud prevention, and strategic risk mitigation.

Alongside his military and intelligence career, Ernest has consistently invested in athlete development. As a former coach, program director, and co-founder of South Texas Elite Football Academy and STEALTH Sports LLC, he prepared athletes for competition at the highest levels across Florida, California, and Texas. He also served as Team Director for the FBU National Championship, working directly with elite youth athletes as they advanced toward collegiate and professional opportunities.

As a GFI Financial Planning professional, Dr. Cutler also helps clients align investments with long-term goals, focusing on retirement planning, asset protection, and tax-deferred growth. This financial expertise ensures his athletes have strategies not only for their careers, but also for building lasting wealth beyond the game.

In September 2025, Ernest completed his Athlete Management Certification through Sports Management Worldwide (SMWW), marking his entry into the world of sports agency representation. He also authored Why Are Student Athletes Funding Your Future? No More Excuses: Pay Me!—a powerful call for Name, Image, and Likeness compensation in college athletics. His mission is to deliver integrity-driven representation, helping athletes achieve success on the field while preparing them for meaningful lives beyond their playing careers.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Contract Negotiation & Risk Mitigation
• Athlete Representation & NIL Advisory
• Leadership Development & Mentorship.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Senior Financial Crimes Intelligence Analyst
• U.S. Department of the Treasury / Department of Defense / National Security Agency
• Directed investigations into wire fraud, shell companies, and AML risks supporting national security.
• Oversaw multi-million-dollar resource allocations, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
• Managed $225M in controlled budgets with full accountability for operational readiness.

ATHLETICS & LEADERSHIP ROLES

• STEALTH Sports LLC Executive Director: Mentored and trained athletes at multiple schools across Texas and beyond.
• Co-Founder – South Texas Elite Football Academy: Developed and guided athletes toward collegiate competition.
• Team Director – FBU National Championship: Managed elite youth athletes transitioning to Division I pipelines.

PUBLICATIONS
Why Are Student Athletes Funding Your Future? No More Excuses: Pay Me!