Our team

Come meet the dedicated team behind Flagship Sports Group — a passionate group of professionals committed to empowering athletes on and off the field. We take pride in building genuine relationships, delivering full-service representation, and helping our clients reach the next level.

Tristen Burnett

Founder - CFLPA Contract Advisor

Tristen is a certified sports agent based out of Northern Virginia. A 2018 graduate of Minot State University, Tristen played collegiate football as a middle linebacker for the Beavers and earned his B.S. in Criminal Justice. He is currently pursuing his M.S. in Sports Management at Southern New Hampshire University. In addition to his work as a sports agent, Tristen also serves as a law enforcement officer in the Virginia area, bringing discipline, integrity, and leadership to both fields.

Richard Conner II

Co-Owner - NFLPA Contract Advisor

Richard Conner II is a certified sports agent based out of the Great Lakes Region of Pennsylvania. He earned both his B.S. (2019) and M.S. (2020) in Sports Management from California University of Pennsylvania. With over 15 years of experience in building and maintaining professional relationships, Richard brings a deep understanding of the sports industry and athlete development. As the older brother of current NFL running back James Conner, Richard has had a firsthand look at the dedication and drive it takes to succeed at the highest level, making him a valuable asset to the athletes he represents.

Chris Baird

Co-Founder - Director of Marketing

Chris grew up in Fredericksburg, Virginia. He graduated from George Mason University in 2018 with a B.S. in Sports Management. Chris spent much of his time in college working closely with the athletic department on social media and marketing content. After graduating, Chris took an internship with the Portland Trail Blazers working in marketing and live digital content. Following his stint working in the NBA, he moved back to Virginia to later come across the opportunity to work at Cutalong Golf Club. Chris has been with Cutalong since July of 2020 while the course was still in construction. Chris' main responsibility with Cutalong is handling all membership sales and marketing related content.