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The Origin Story
My name is Alex Weber. I'm the founder of Men We Admire. I’m an International Speaker, American Ninja Warrior, Published Author, and Award-Winning Entertainer for NBC...

But at the the end of 2020, I had a very honest realization:  I did not admire who I was, and I felt very alone.

I realized that there were certainly parts of myself that I did like, but also ones that I really didn't care for. And these darker parts of myself were holding me back personally and professionally.  I wanted to become a man that I truly admired, but I didn't want to do it alone -- or maybe I couldn't do it alone?


Connections with great men has always been a huge part of my life.  From playing Division 1 Lacrosse in the Ivy League for UPenn, being a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity, and even winning US Lacrosse Coach of the Year.   Connecting with great men had been such a dear part of my life, growth, and success.  But for some reason, in "adult life" that connection, camaraderie, and community had stopped for me and so many men.   And then, 2020 hit and brought my isolation to another level.

I know I’m not alone on that one!

So I started a group of guys coming together to not just be guys, but to become men — men that we admire.

The idea was to be able to acknowledge our own shortcomings and support one another to become our best selves. Believe it or not, there’s not a lot of places for men to do this without judgement.

Actually opening up about how we’re feeling, our dreams, our fears, our heartbreaks, and more than anything a community of good-hearted men wanting to become Men We Admire.  And now, I feel more connected to a community than ever before, and experience the benefits personally and professionally.

The heartfelt conversations, the vulnerability, the deep strength, the belly laughs, and more than anything, the true connection. If you feel alone, or if you feel like there is a higher version of you wanting to bust out, this is the place for you. And if you want to get back to being a real man having adventures and living this life to the fullest while being lifted up by other amazing men — then we’ve got a spot for you.

Join us to be Men We Admire.

A High-Achieving Men's Group
We focus on 3 main areas to grow as men.
Relationships
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Hear from some men we admire.
Noah - Men We Admire Testimonial '21
"I'm a part of Men We Admire because I've been looking for a community of guys that could push me, guys I could hangout with and connect with, guys I could talk to on a deeper than surface level..."
Jordan - Men We Admire Testimonial '21
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"Immediately I loved the connections and being able to talk to other entrepreneurs and other people just striving to live their best lives."
CJ - Men We Admire Testimonial '21
"I hadn't been a part of a group of just men. But I wanted to push myself to get to the next level and be vulnerable... I wanted to challenge myself to drop that ego and drop the facade, and surround myself with other men willing to do the same thing."
Cam - Men We Admire Testimonial '21
"The best part about the group is that a lot of the guys, no matter age, no matter what occupation they have, they're still kind of going through the same things, or have already gone through them... not only an accountability partner, it's an accountability group."
Yash - Men We Admire Testimonial '22
"I think what Men We Admire has allowed for me, and for other men, is that container for where we openly kind of just like are able to speak to these things and feel this relief..."
Kent - Men We Admire Testimonial '21
"Just to feel like you have a supportive community around you that's willing to listen, offer feedback, and then help guide what you're goals and objectives are - it's been outstanding."
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  • "The pandemic and life in general hits everybody a little differently, but I needed a stronger connection to my fellow men, and women, and I thought this would be a good place to start that journey."

    - Kent

  • "I'm a part of Men We Admire because I've been looking for a community of guys that could push me, guys I could hangout with and connect with, guys I could talk to on a deeper than surface level about just what it means to be not only a guy in this world, but what it means to be human, and what it means to live well. And it's been everything I've hoped for and more."

    - Noah

  • "The thing that I was lacking the most I think was accountability. When you're somebody that's super driven just innately, getting up and doing tasks isn't the hardest thing for me. It's moreso being held accountable to be a better husband, being a better friend, be a better family member, and when I show up to Men We Admire every week I'm just reminded... it reminds me to be a man that somebody else would admire."

    - CJ

  • "I think what Men We Admire has allowed for me, and for other men, is that container for where we openly kind of just like are able to speak to these things and feel this like sort of relief..."

    - Yash

  • "The best part about the group is that a lot of the guys, no matter age, no matter what occupation they have, they're still kind of going through the same things, or have already gone through them, depending on where you are in life, just the life lessons and support you get from talking to everyone in the group, money can't buy, not only an accountability partner, it's an accountability group."

    - Cam

  • "I was seeking community. And Alex presented me with this opportunity in this group. And I was honored and it was a great privilege to be a part of. Immediately, I loved the connections and being able to talk to other entrepreneurs and other people just striving to live their best lives."


    - Jordan

  • "..accountability and camaraderie, which again is something I especially lost touch with during the pandemic. So, just to feel like you have a supportive community around you that's willing to listen, offer feedback, and then help guide what you're goals and objectives are - it's been outstanding."

    - Kent

  • "Not only like an accountability partner, it's like an accountability group. So everyone knows what your goals and aspirations are and you're checked on as your weeks go on, as your days go on, and that's probably the best part about it."

    - Cam

  • "And I see this being hugely beneficial to other men who are of these minority groups who have cultural norms of just like creating this construct of this man who needs to push by being silent, by enduring. And I don't think that's true, I don't think you need to endure by yourself. I think you can endure as a man with the people around you."

    - Yash

The Men We Admire Community Vibe
Champion Achievement Stories
Hallmark Accomplishments From Men We Admire
Kyle Soderman
Athlete & Investor
Kyle is a Top American Ninja Warrior, MVP of World Chase Tag, and an avid NFT & Crypto investor. In one year, Kyle has 20x his revenue. He's in a long-term relationship with his dream woman (fellow American Ninja Warrior and Future Doc), and they are planning to buy a home together in Austin, Texas.

It is Kyle's success in not only career and athletics, but how he shows up as a partner to Meg that makes Kyle a Man We Admire.

Kevin Debruin
NASA Rocket Scientist
Kevin is a Rocket Scientist (NASA, JPL), American Ninja Warrior, and TV Host for Science Shows.

Kevin also went through a very hard ending to a long-term relationship. What is so impressive is that Kevin channeled the difficult moments into a positive outlet by training to compete in a Spartan Race. Kevin not only competed, he won first-place!

So much more than this accomplishment is who Kevin is for our group. Each and every week he shows up with a huge heart, and sincere desire to help the other men, and an unwavering commitment to being a Man We Admire.

Sean Dennis
Director of Recruiting
Sean had lived in Los Angeles for his whole life.

Not a bad place by any means and it worked well for Sean. He was a stand-out Volleyball player, went off to play D1 at USC, then landed an incredible job also based out of Los Angeles.

But he wanted a new experience. Throughout his first year with Men We Admire, Sean moved to Scottsdale, Arizona, found a new community, new experiences, and even landed the biggest promotion of his life!

Sean had also gone through significant changes in his personal life - ones that would test any person, and certainly challenge them to be admirable.

Sean is a champion because of his true integrity, and how he holds himself to the highest caliber of character, love, and authenticity. Sean is dedicated and committed to the group and to himself, always showing genuine love to both. It's who Sean is inside that makes him a Man We Admire.

Rob Mor
Founder & Producer
Rob's first Men We Admire goal was to be 1 month sober. Rob is now 1 year and 1 month sober.

Rob is a Founder & Producer for his Media Company creating content for Netflix, Lionsgate, and more. He also launched a passion project of his own podcast.

Perhaps what makes Rob a true champion though is the way he is a father. Rob is a widower and single-dad to his beautiful daughter, Leia. In every way, Rob is a Man We Admire.

Cam Countryman
Coach & Fitness Personality
Cam has the true spirit of a winner. He's an Ivy League Football Champion and Captain, a Collegiate Coach, and Fitness Personality.

But Cam is a winner in life. Cam brings a passion to everything he does, and continually inspires us to push further than what we thought we could do.

In his first year with Men We Admire, Cam uprooted from his hometown, built a life in Phoenix, Arizona, and landed an amazing job Hosting a Fitness Series. Cam does all this with a huge smile, big heart, and a massive love for life!

We dare you to be around Cam and not have fun. Cam even earned MVP at our first Men We Admire Retreat! It is this balance of hard work and play, all mixed with the discipline of an Ivy League Champion that makes Cam a Man We Admire.

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Join us for a Weekend Intro
It's one weekend - two sessions - to experience an intro to our men's group.

Year after year, the world's getting to be a harder place to a be a man. And as Men, we need to take the time to step up for ourselves. But we need community to do it.

Experience a community that connects with YOU, and activates your greatest qualities with support, accountability, and strategy.

Join us for a Weekend Intro
It's one weekend - two sessions - to experience an intro to our men's group.

Year after year, the world is getting to be a harder place to a be a man. And as Men, we need to take the time to step up for ourselves. But we need community to do it.

Experience a community that connects with YOU, and activates your greatest qualities with support, accountability, and strategy.

Encourage good men.
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