Board Member
Julius Thomas

“PAC is going to keep showing up for people. We are going to keep showing up to help people be who they are professionally – but also going to make sure that they’re whole by providing services and support.”

About Julius
Former NFL Pro Bowler & 7-Year Veteran (Denver Broncos, Jacksonville Jaguars, Miami Dolphins)
Doctoral Candidate in Psychology (Nova Southeastern University) with research in positive psychology and neuroscience
President of the Society for Sports Neuroscience & Behavioral Health Advisor for the NFLPA
Julius Thomas, a proud PAC member and former NFL Pro Bowler, has transitioned from a seven-year NFL career to becoming a leader in mental performance and wellbeing. As the Founder and CEO of Optimal Performance, Julius provides science-based solutions in preventative mental health, leadership development, and performance strategy consulting.
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Currently completing his doctorate in psychology, Julius serves as President of the Society for Sports Neuroscience, a Behavioral Health Advisor for the NFL Players Association, and an Advisory Board Member for Men’s Fitness as a mental performance and wellbeing expert. Julius’s dedication to empowering others to achieve peak performance and personal growth defines his impactful work beyond the game.
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