Tampa Bay Buccaneer Stylez G. White Names French/West/Vaughan Agency of Record

TAMPA, Fla., March 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa Bay Buccaneer Stylez G. White is an elusive, electrifying defensive end best known for his powerful pass-rushing skills and quickness, but today he is making equally strong moves off the field. In pursuit of long-term financial stability and a legacy he can be proud of, White announced he has retained French/West/Vaughan, one of the nation's largest independent public relations, public affairs and brand communications agencies.

Stylez has engaged the agency, along with financial advisors Lehman & Martin, LLC, to advise him on the two most valuable assets a professional athlete has, celebrity and wealth. While Stylez gears up for another season with the Bucs, FWV is focusing on the young athlete's brand development through media relations, social media initiatives, event planning and endorsement opportunities, as well as providing support for his non-profit, the Better Us Foundation. Lehman & Martin, LLC will advise the young player on cash flow management, debt management, investment planning, asset protection and tax efficiency.

"According to a 2009 Sports Illustrated article, 78% of former NFL players have gone bankrupt or are under severe financial stress by the time they have been retired for two years," said FWV Executive Vice President Jack Glasure. "Stylez is laying a strong foundation now by building close personal relationships with business professionals in the Tampa Bay community and opening the doors for a post-NFL entrepreneurial career."

Currently at the height of his athletic career, Stylez' strong leadership and raw honesty have earned him respect both on and off the field. Growing up as an underprivileged kid, Stylez relied on his competitive spirit and self-discipline to get where he is today, and those same qualities are certain to play a role in achieving his post-football endeavors.  

"At this point in my career, I know that working closely with a team of professional mentors is vital for long term success," said White. "The marketers at French/West/Vaughan understand me, my passions and my aspirations for the future."

About French/West/Vaughan

French/West/Vaughan (FWV) is the Southeast's largest independent public relations, public affairs and brand communications agency. FWV has received numerous industry awards and accolades, and was named a 2006 finalist for PR Week magazine's "Midsize PR Agency of the Year" award. National and international clients represented by the agency include Wrangler, the Justin Boot Company, the International Gemological Institute, Divi Resorts, Blinds To Go, OTB Records, Melitta, M Entertainment and The Free Enterprise Nation.  The agency's creative department provides award-winning advertising, graphic design and media planning and placement services for a wide range of clients. FWV is headquartered in Raleigh and has offices in New York City and Tampa. For more information, please visit www.fwv-us.com.    

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