About Bryan Schwartz
He is a leadership development mentor and coach, NFL veteran, pastor, motivational keynote speaker, and author. Bryan is also the founder of “Fourth and Short,” a company with a name that embodies determination, resilience, and breakthrough.
With a 5-year NFL career with the Jacksonville Jaguars and a background in planting churches, serving as a sports chaplain, and being part of the National Prayer Center in Washington DC, Bryan’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.
In his mentoring and coaching role, Bryan specializes in mentoring and coaching high-performing leaders, such as professional athletes, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and professionals, who navigate the intense dynamics of pressure, power, privilege, and prestige that accompany their success. His mission is to empower these leaders to achieve not only career excellence but also to find deeper fulfillment in every aspect of their lives, guiding them from a journey of Identity to Impact.
Beyond his professional achievements, he shares his wisdom and experiences as a captivating motivational and keynote speaker, leaving a lasting impact on audiences, empowering them to breakrough the illusion of impossibility in their lives.
Bryan is happily married to his college sweetheart, Diane, and together, they have 7 children. Bryan and Diane live in Jacksonville, Florida.
Through “Fourth and Short,” Bryan continues to make a significant impact on leaders and their teams guiding them through critical moments and equipping them with the mindset and skillset to achieve success. His journey is a story of perseverance, dedication, and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others.
“Bryan is the mentor I never knew I needed and now don’t know where I’d be without! ...The result has been breakthrough in my outlook on my life, career and the future.”
— Bryce Paup, 4X NFL Pro Bowler & Defensive Player of 1995
