I’m Marques Colston
I played 10 years in the NFL, which crosses over with 15+ years I’ve spent building businesses, advising founders, coaching executives and high performers unlock sustainable success.
10-year NFL veteran, New Orleans Saints all-time leading receiver, and Superbowl Champion
Executive coaching with leaders at Nike, McKinsey, and Jordan Brand
Built education programs at Columbia Business School and University of New Orleans
Business consultant and advisor for dozens of growth ventures across sports, wellness, and tech
Founder of CVP, a sports-focused investment firm unlocking sports asset class for all investors
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From the Desk of Marques Colston
FDMC is the culmination of a diverse professional journey. Every Saturday morning, I share the insights, tools, and strategies that have helped me create separation through each new chapter—quietly, consistently, and on my own terms.
It’s never just about the jersey number, the title, or the role— it’s what you build it to represent.
That mindset my 12THEORY coaching platform is built on.
Most people know me because I wore #12.
What they don’t know? I didn’t choose that number—it was handed to me without expectation. No promises. No guarantees. Just a jersey and a longshot.
The story isn’t the number. It’s what I did with it.
From the 252nd pick to franchise record-holder. From overlooked athlete to business owner, educator, investor, and advisor. The playbook wasn’t built for me—so I built my own.
Now, I help athletes, entrepreneurs, and business leaders build individual playbooks that empower them to achieve their goals and ambitions.