David Pollack announced as speaker for 2027 Pirate Radio Leadership Luncheon

by | Sep 29, 2026

Pirate Radio has announced that College Football Hall of Famer, author and former ESPN college football analyst David Pollack will be the featured speaker for the sixth Pirate Radio Leadership Luncheon in March 2027.

A three-time All-American at the University of Georgia and a former first-round NFL Draft pick, Pollack spent more than a decade covering college football for ESPN. Today, he brings lessons from athletics, broadcasting and life’s unexpected setbacks to audiences across the country. His message encourages people to lead with purpose, embrace adversity and make every day count.

The Leadership Luncheon has previously featured Damon West, Dale Murphy, Jon Gordon, Inky Johnson and Jay Glazer. Pollack’s appearance continues the event’s tradition of bringing compelling voices to Greenville to inspire local leaders and support ECU athletic programs.

Watch Pirate Radio’s interview with David Pollack:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jPFWbzY7ZU

View the speaker announcement:

https://x.com/PR927FM/status/2104694374504563067?s=20

For sponsorship information, contact Jonathan Ellerbe at ellerbe@pirateradio1250.com.

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