Ernest Josiah Kenty, a husband and Birmingham, Alabama native, is a former Division I student-athlete at Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky. Early in his college career, Ernest “E” suffered a severe knee injury—tearing his ACL, LCL, MCL, and part of his meniscus during the second week of fall camp. Through relentless determination, he made an incredible recovery and returned to the field, culminating in a standout spring game where he recorded two interceptions, a touchdown, two pass breakups, and three tackles. Despite this remarkable comeback, coaching changes put his scholarship in jeopardy, and E realized that his love for the game had evolved. It was then that his journey of winning championships off the field began, as he discovered how to channel the spirit of football into purpose, passion, and personal growth.

Today, E is the founder and CEO of Flip The Culture, a platform dedicated to preparing athletes for the many transitions they face both during and after their sports careers, equipping them with the skills and mindset to perform at their best on and off the field. He also hosts the Flip The Culture Podcast, where he shares inspiring stories and actionable strategies from athletes, coaches, and leaders. Flip The Culture addresses the critical challenge of identity loss and lack of direction that athletes often experience, even while actively competing, empowering them with leadership, life skills, and financial literacy to navigate every phase of their journey.

E is a public speaker, author, content creator, and award-winning educator. He was recognized as the 2021-22 Teacher of the Year in his first year of teaching and the 2022-23 Outstanding Middle School Educator of the Year, and he is a two-time recipient of the Daniel Milam Student Leader Award at Murray State University. His work earned him a TEDxAlabaster opportunity, where he spoke about the psychological and identity challenges athletes face and how Flip The Culture provides practical solutions to thrive in every transition.”