WE DON’T FOLLOW THE PATH. WE BUILD IT.
LORA ATHLETES ADVISORS
At Lora Athletes, we believe every girl deserves a team behind her dream.
The women’s hockey path is exciting, but it’s also overwhelming. Families are asked to make major decisions — leagues, schools, showcases, development paths, recruiting, exposure — often with limited guidance and inconsistent information. Now, you’ve got a PWHLPA Certified Agent and 4-Time Olympic Medalist behind you.
We are your athlete’s strategic advantage. An all-female team backed by PWHL, Olympic, International and NCAA experience that is unparalleled.
We partner with players and their families to build a clear, confident pathway — from minor hockey to college recruitment and beyond. We provide planning, communication support, development, mental strength, branding guidance, and an unwavering belief in the athlete’s potential. Our role is simple: remove uncertainty, amplify opportunity, and ensure that no door stays closed because a family “didn’t know how.”
Every Lora athlete gets:
Personalized hockey development and exposure planning
Athlete evolution, development, and mentorship
Recruiting strategy and communications support
Off-ice brand building and opportunity guidance
Weekly and monthly education to elevate on and off the ice
A teammate that shows up — not just when it’s convenient, but always
With our collective experience your player gets the expertise and guidance to prepare them for college and professional play, that you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll be working with one of the top PWHLPA certified agents in the game along with one of the most decorated female hockey players in the world who will help your player evolve both on and off the ice.
Meet the Team
KRISTA KERTH
PWHLPA Certified Agent - Founder, Lora Athletes
REBECCA JOHNSTON
Player Development Coach - Co-Founder, Lora Athletes Advising
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Krista Kerth is the founder of Lora Athletes and owner of Dan Brands — two companies redefining what athlete representation looks like. With more than two decades in brand strategy and marketing, Krista built Dan Brands as a personal-brand and athlete management agency representing NHL players and NHL alumni, helping them grow their influence, secure partnerships, and build life beyond the game. Through that work, she saw a glaring gap: male athletes were surrounded by a full ecosystem of support, while female athletes were expected to navigate their careers alone.
Determined to change that, Krista became a certified agent with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) and launched Lora Athletes, a female-first advisory and representation firm designed to give women the same level of strategic support traditionally reserved for men. She represents and advises elite hockey players through draft preparation, contract negotiation, recruitment strategy, personal brand development, and monetization of their name, image, and likeness. Her approach is deeply personal — she treats every athlete like family, leading with clarity, honesty, and unwavering belief in their potential.
Whether she is building a legacy for an NHL alum or guiding a young female player toward her first professional contract, Krista brings the same philosophy to every relationship: athletes are more than their performance. They are brands, businesses, and leaders in the making. Lora — meaning dream, honor, victory — reflects exactly what she helps athletes create.
Krista isn’t just representing players. She’s building futures, opening doors, and proving that when athletes — especially women — are seen, supported, and strategically guided, they don’t just succeed. They lead.
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Rebecca Johnston is one of Canada’s most decorated and respected female hockey players, bringing over 15 years of international experience with Team Canada to her current role in player development and mentorship.
A three-time Olympic gold medalist and three-time World Champion, Rebecca has represented Canada at the highest level of competition, known for her power, speed, and leadership on and off the ice. Over the course of her national team career, she has become one of the most consistent and impactful forwards in women’s hockey, helping shape the modern era of the game.
At the collegiate level, Rebecca starred at Cornell University, where she earned three All-American honors and became one of the program’s top all-time scorers. Following her NCAA career, she played professionally in the Canadian Women’s Hockey League (CWHL), capturing two Clarkson Cups, a League MVP award, and recognition as the CWHL’s leading scorer.
Rebecca continues to inspire the next generation through her role with the Calgary Flames Player Development Department, where she works directly with prospects to enhance skill, mindset, and performance preparation at the professional level.
With Lora Athletes Advising, Rebecca brings her elite-level experience, coaching insight, and passion for mentorship to young female athletes aspiring to reach the NCAA/USPORT and the PWHL. Her firsthand understanding of what it takes to succeed at every level of the game — from youth to Olympic gold — makes her an invaluable resource for players and families pursuing excellence in hockey and beyond.
Our Offerings…
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NCAA / USports / PWHL / Junior Hockey pathway education.
Eligibility tracking & compliance guidelines.
Access to monthly educational webinars with our network of experts
Basic player evaluation + development recommendations
1 x Annual Mindset Baseline Session
Self-Guided Mindset Toolkit
Family support
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Quarterly strategy calls
Personalized player development plan + progress tracking
Quarterly video development review
Showcase, camp & team placement strategy support
1 x Annual Mindset Deep Dive with Mindset Performance Plan
Small-group Mindset Coaching Calls
Mindset Prep for Showcases/Camps
Monthly educational webinars with our expert network
Mindset Parent Education Touchpoints
Priority support
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Customized career strategy & roadmap (updated quarterly)
Full NCAA / USports / PWHL International recruitment management and representation
Monthly 1:1 career strategy & guidance calls
Monthly video development review
PWHL player mentorship program - get guidance from the best in the world
Educational webinars with our expert network
Comprehensive Mindset Season Kick-off Aligned with Strategic Roadmap
Monthly 1:1 Mental Performance Sessions
Integrated Video and Game-Day Mindset Support
Real-Time Mental Performance Support for Decisions, Adversity, and Crisis Moments
Family concierge services: travel planning, school selection, billet guidance
Recruitment package development at NCAA, USports, PWHL & International levels
Nutrition and off-ice training support and guidance
On-ice skills sessions (additional fee)
Priority and unlimited support
OUR PARTNERS
Mindset Body Bank has been a partner of Lora Athletes since early 2024. Rob Pallante is a certified mental performance coach and former hockey player himself. He works with some of the top athletes in the NHL, PWHL, CHL, and NFL. Rob isn’t a sport psychologist, but someone that’s been there. An ongoing support for our athletes to prepare their most important skill... their mental game.
Lora Athletes NHL Agency Partner. Alterno is a full-service NHL Certified Player Agency representing some of the top male talent in hockey across the world; like Gabriel Landeskog, Victor Hedman, and Jesper Boqvist. As Lora’s NHL partner, rely upon their vast network of agents, advisors, coaches, managers, and experts in hockey.
Dr. Murray Heber is an expert in performance FLOW. With a focus on neuroscience, Dr. Heber helps athletes access flow states on demand for a level of performance most have never been able to reach before. He supports in discovering what intrinsic drivers motivate athletes and develops strategies for sustainable performance throughout their athletic career.
TrailBlazer Hockey is an amateur hockey advisory & agency group led by a group of highly experienced and respected hockey business professionals - all with the passion of helping the next generation of hockey talent. From ex-NHL’ers to lawyers, business executives, and NHLPA certified agents, TrailBlazer provides unique and foundational guidance for families looking to progress their young mens’ hockey careers.
Pliable is a marketing company that specializes in NIL and sourcing opportunities for student-athletes in the NCAA. Led by Greg Glynn, Pliable supports athletes in a variety of sports in the US as a registered NIL Agency. He also delivers NIL Certification courses for Front Office Sports, Sports Management Worldwide, and CleanKonnect.
Top Prospects Goaltending is a goalie training group based in Calgary, AB. Founded and operated by Brad Kirkwood, they have worked with goalie talent from the minor hockey level all the way to elite PWHL and NHL goalies. Brad is also the goalie coach for the Toronto Sceptres of the PWHL and for Hockey Canada’s Senior Women’s National Team. He was named goalie coach for the 2026 Milan Olympics.
Tatiana Straathof is a professional circus artist, motivational speaker, and FOCUS coach. Through her training program, Master your FOCUS, Tatiana has helped hundreds of hockey goalies & players from minor hockey to the NHL to master their focus, improve reaction time, develop mental stamina, and have the confidence to play their best game after game.