1000 Card Project

Join me for Episode 1 of the 1000 Card Project Podcast as I sit down with Gabe Encinas, former college football staffer turned full-time sports card entrepreneur. Gabe shares how his time working in college football shaped his eye for talent, his passion for collecting, and his current strategies for sourcing, selling, and scaling in the sports card market—especially with college football cards.In this episode, we cover: • Gabe’s journey from the college football world to the card hobby • Lessons

In this kickoff episode, host Ron McKeefery shares the story behind the 1000 Card Project — a challenge to flip 1,000 sports cards worth $1 each into 1,000 cards worth $100 each. You’ll hear how his background as a coach, lifelong collector, and entrepreneur inspired the project, what listeners can expect from future episodes, and why this podcast is for anyone looking to turn their passion for the hobby into a profitable venture. Get ready for real tactics, honest lessons, and a front-row seat to