CGL’s edge lies in our team—each bringing unique capabilities and a shared vision for athlete empowerment.

Chris Grier Luchey, Founder & CEO: With over $1 billion in negotiated deals, Chris is a pioneer in NIL, legacy building, and international positioning. From roots as scout and AAU director in Detroit to brokering the largest CBA deal for Wilson Chandler in 2010, he blends business savvy with cultural insight.

Kiley Romero, Chief Business & Strategy Officer: One of the few women to co-found a U.S. mortgage firm, Smooth Mortgage, she’s led major policy reforms and Salesforce transformations. Kiley brings entrepreneurial drive, media fluency, and innovative strategy to player empowerment.

Steve Banks, Vice President of Operations: Former agent to Durant, DeRozan, and Payton—Steve launched ShotTek’s smart training gear and spearheads The Legacy Experience to improve athlete financial literacy.

Juwon Aragbaye, SVP of Player Personnel: With real estate syndications and a record label under his belt, Juwon builds wealth ecosystems beyond the court, embracing the African diaspora and cultural impact.

Valeria Giani Conde, Director of Communications: A globe‑traveling communicator, she crafts media strategies for camps across Latin America and leads NBA Summer League media. Fluent in five languages, she bridges cultures and stories.

The CGL team orchestrates a multidisciplinary strategy—empowering athletes through action, advocacy, and opportunity.