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Free Agent, the private career network for elite athletes, today announced a strategic partnership with USA Fencing, the National Governing Body for the sport of fencing in the United States, to provide all USA Fencing athletes and alumni with exclusive access to the Free Agent platform. The partnership equips current and former USA Fencing athletes with curated job opportunities, brand partnerships, mentorship, and a dedicated professional network designed specifically for high-level athletes.
Through this collaboration, USA Fencing athletes and alumni have gained immediate access to Free Agent's closed, verified marketplace — connecting them with companies that actively value the unique skills, leadership, and competitive experience athletes bring to the workplace. The platform serves as a specialized, athlete-only network that supports career development during and after a competitive fencing career.
"Our athletes spend years building their athletic careers. Free Agent gives them a way to keep that value working in between, on their own terms and with their own name on it. That is why we leaned in early, and why we will keep putting it in front of our members."
Phil Andrews, CEO, USA Fencing
The partnership builds on Free Agent's growing track record of helping elite athletes translate what they built in competition into what comes next.
"Fencing is one of the oldest Olympic sports, built on strategy, split-second decision-making, and relentless preparation. Those are the same qualities that drive success in business and in life after sport. Our partnership with USA Fencing is about more than supporting athletes on the piste; it's about equipping them with the networks, tools, and opportunities to turn those competitive instincts into long-term careers and ventures."
Kirsten Toth, CEO & Founder, Free Agent
About Free Agent
Free Agent is the private networking and career platform for elite athletes, headquartered in Canada and serving current and former collegiate, professional, and Olympic athletes across North America. The platform provides verified athletes with access to curated job opportunities, brand deals, mentorship, and a closed professional network built specifically for the athlete community.
About USA Fencing
USA Fencing is the National Governing Body for the sport of fencing in the United States, with more than 50,000 members nationwide. Founded in 1891 and headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA Fencing supports newcomers, Olympians, and Paralympians alike.