Mark Leinweaver runs on enthusiasm and his passionate BE THE AGENT message is focused on self-representation and making an impact in the lives of others. The fast-paced presentation is designed to educate & inspire – with a goal of reminding all educators how important they are to the students and families they serve. Mark emphasizes the importance of Accountability, Balance & Character in representing yourself and how H.O.P.E is controllable. The daily path to success begins with one celebrity client: YOU!

What can I expect?

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Why This Message

Educators make such an impact on the lives of their students and families. In today’s world, they deserve to be reminded of how powerful that influence can be. Mark’s message is dedicated to doing that, empowering each member of the education community that they shape the culture and set the example.

BE THE AGENT will prove that all educators are a celebrity and, as such, have an agent. The daily path to leadership and success begins with representing one celebrity client: YOU! This insightful 45-minute session includes slides with useful acronyms and practical take-home material for every school, district and community.

As an MLB agent who has managed the lives of stars for over 15 years, Mark is (before all else) an educator at heart with a commitment to making a difference in the education world.  

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You Are A Celebrity

You’re exactly like the MLB players I represent. How? Because someone watches your every move & emulates what you do.

You Are An Agent

The definition of an agent is a person who is empowered to act on behalf of another. YOU must be the agent of yourself.  

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Hope

There are two types of hope – the hope you CAN’T control and the hope you CAN. What do you HOPE for?

Accountability

What is your Ability? You WILL be held to account for it. Ability is how you’re measured. Do you use it to make a difference? 

Balance

It’s like a battery and we all need to recharge our batteries. Taking a break isn’t selfish, it’s smart, and leads to success.

Character

It is vital to your client, especially with modern day issues – namely social media awareness and bullying.

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About Mark

Agent & Educator

Mark Leinweaver is an MLB Agent who has 25 years of sports and entertainment experience as an agent, educational speaker, TV & radio broadcaster, writer and film producer. He represents over 75 players & coaches, including All-Stars, and has helped negotiate hundreds of millions in contracts during his career. With thousands of contacts in his phone, he is always available to field calls from a front office to any client ticket request – such as Taylor Swift or the Super Bowl. Mark speaks nationwide at 50-plus schools a year about WHY CHARACTER MATTERS, a 30-minute assembly on about everyday issues and how dangerous their impact can be. He’s a volunteer guest professor every semester at the University of Southern California on “How To Get A Job In Sports” and has advised over 2,000 students on that subject. Mark was a national TV broadcaster, authored the book Minor Moments, Major Memories and is executive producer of MLB Network’s film How Baseball United America. He's been Keynote presenter at dozens of education & administrator conferences, offering a passionate message about self-representation and the difference we can make each day.

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What He's Doing

MLB AGENT

I spent the past 15 years working as a full-time MLB agent. After starting as an entry-level Agent Assistant in 2009 at 34 years old, I ascended to Vice President by 44 – representing over 75 players, including All-Stars and top prospects. (BHSC Bio).

WHY CHARACTER MATTERS SCHOOL ASSEMBLIES

Why Character Matters is a 30-minute school assembly that addresses Social Media Dangers & Consequences, the Need to Volunteer and Anti-Bullying Leadership. I’ve presented to over 150 schools across 15 states nationwide and donated over $50,000 to Special Needs & Anti-Bullying charities from those events (Why Character Matters Clips).

VOLUNTEER COLLEGE LECTURES

I offer a FREE Webinar (in-person at USC) on How To Get A Job In Sports Lecture to student-based organizations. It runs about 25 minutes and has educated thousands of students at USC, Duke, Virginia, Texas, Florida, Penn State, Florida State, Boston College, LSU, Texas A&M, and TCU (How To Get A Job Lecture).

HOW TO GET A JOB IN SPORTS ONLINE COURSE

My How To Get A Job In Sports Online Course is a comprehensive education about launching a student’s journey toward their dream job in sports. It includes 22 in-depth video modules and worksheets. I donate the $99 program to Special Needs & Anti-Bullying charities (How To Get A Job In Sports).

NATIONAL BROADCASTER

I am a former professional TV & radio broadcaster, including work nationally on MLB Network and Yahoo Sports, and was represented by Aimee Leone of IMG – who is now Fox Sports SVP of Talent Relations (TV Demo Reel).

AUTHOR & PRODUCER

My book Minor Moments, Major Memories debuted in 2005 and was optioned for development into a scripted TV series at Sony Pictures Television. My baseball documentary series with MLB Network Productions is in production, with a release slated for September of 2026. (Amazon Book).

Testimonials

What They Are Saying

“Your energy and engaging delivery captured attention and left a lasting impression!”

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Liz Dowling

Principal - W.T. Clarke Middle School

“Mark was a Grand Slam at our conference to both our new administrators but also our veterans. I highly recommend him.”

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Bob Stratton

VIAAA Executive Director

“Had over 50 people stop me in the hallway after the meeting saying that was the best speaker we've ever seen.”

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Matt McLees

Director of Athletics - Massapequa High School
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424-202-1723

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