Walter Stith is a Financial Advisor, Global Sports and Entertainment at Morgan Stanley in Atlanta Georgia. A native of Atlanta, Walter attended Western Michigan University and graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Business Administration majoring in Finance. Walter was awarded Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors in 2019-2022. Prior to working at Morgan Stanley, Walter played in the National Football League (NFL), Canadian Football League (CFL) and also the American Basketball Association (ABA). Walter is one of the few athletes to play on the professional level in two sports. Walter Stith played for the Cleveland Browns and Buffalo Bills in the NFL, the BC Lions in the CFL and the Lake Michigan Admirals in the ABA. During his NFL off-seasons, Walter interned with Smith Barney in New York City to gain investment knowledge and wealth management experience.
A modern renaissance man, Walter has zeal for life to pursue passion projects and take advantage of opportunities. Walter has been featured in Forbes, Think Advisor, Apple Podcast, CBS Sports, Business Insiders, USA Today, and The Atlanta Business Chronicle. Walter was also a guest on Apple TV Oprah’s Conversations, YouTube Original- Home Courts with Quavo and as a background actor in an Independent Film That’s Her.Walter’s favorite pastime is spending time with his wife and 3 children. Walters hobbies include performing stand-up comedy, traveling and kayaking.
A highly demanded speaker on Finance, Sports and Entertainment, Walter has spoken at several conferences, summits, colleges and universities across the United States and Canada.
Signature Talks
Game Plan for Wealth: Winning On and Off the Field
Walter takes his experience from the field during this session where he dives into how athletes and high-performers can apply the same discipline and focus they’ve used in their sport to master their finances.
- Learn how elite athletes translate discipline into long-term financial success
- Discover practical tools for budgeting, investing, and building generational wealth
- Shift from short-term wins to a legacy-driven mindset
Life After the League: Redefining Identity Beyond the Spotlight
More than just a career shift, Walter speaks first hand about the personal transformation that comes after the lights go out. It’s a candid look at finding purpose, balance, and fulfillment beyond the field.
- Navigate the emotional and financial transition after a high-performance career
- Build a new identity rooted in purpose, not just performance
- Gain tools to rebuild confidence, routine, and clarity for what’s next
Money Moves in Sports & Entertainment: What They Don’t Teach You
During this powerful session, Walter, who is one of the rare athletes to compete professionally in both football and basketball, pulls back the curtain on the money traps and myths that too often derail promising careers. It offers real-life, relevant financial strategies tailored for those navigating high-profile industries.
- Understand the unique financial challenges in sports and entertainment
- Learn how to avoid the most common pitfalls that derail success
- Empower yourself with strategies for smart money moves from day one
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