““A thoughtfully designed athlete program doesn’t just deliver content — it creates connection, invites reflection, and builds momentum for real, lasting change for youth athletes and their families in competitive environments.””
Kent Ervin, B.S.
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CREATIVE DIRECTOR, HUMAN FIRST ATHLETE ALWAYS™ ATHLETE WELLNESS PROGRAM
As an elite athlete turned creative visionary, Kent brings a rare blend of athletic insight and innovative design and storytelling to the Human First Athlete Always™ wellness programs. With firsthand experience navigating the pressures, passion, and performance demands of professional baseball as a pitcher in the minor league system of the San Diego Padres organization, Kent understands what it means to live the athlete's life from the inside out. As a youth baseball coach, his personable approach with both parents and athletes consistently created a positive and supportive environment.
Driven by a deep commitment to athlete wellness and a talent for translating science into inspiring visual experience, Kent leads the creative team with over twenty years experience and provides direction for all content, from short-form videos to immersive curriculum design. His work ensures each message resonates emotionally, aligns with our athlete-centered philosophy, and delivers impact in two minutes or less through The 2 Minute Spark, our signature video based programs.
With a background in multimedia production, visual storytelling, Kent curates content that helps athletes see themselves not just as competitors, but as whole humans—resilient, joyful, and worthy beyond sport. Kent’s superpower is bringing the KSP Mental Performance spirit to life.