Cleo Childress is the founder of Cleo Yoga Finance, where she blends financial education with yoga to help athletes stretch into healthy money habits and enhance their athletic performance. Her mission is to support athletes across all sports and levels build financial literacy and mental resilience through wellness practices.

Cleo holds a Master’s degree in Financial Planning and Financial Psychology, a Graduate Certificate in Financial Psychology and Behavioral Finance, and a Vinyasa Yoga Certification. Her extensive background in finance and wellness equips her to guide athletes in managing their finances while reducing stress through mindfulness practices.

Her journey as a teen mom and first-generation college graduate drives her passion for empowering others. Having overcome financial struggles herself, Cleo is committed to helping athletes build financial confidence and create a secure future.

Her motto: "Don’t wonder what if, take a risk!”

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Don’t wonder what if—take a risk
— Cleo Childress
 
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