Free Real Credit Chats moderated by Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia, Sports Creator Jenna Bandy, and James Dumoulin of “The School of Hard Knocks” kick off this month, with each event capped by a live DJ Diesel set.

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Credit One Bank announced its Credit Tip Off Tour today, a free college campus initiative hosted by “Credit Professor” Shaquille O’Neal. The college tour is bringing Real Credit Chats and live DJ Diesel sets to students this fall. Rooted in the brand’s four Credit Wrecker tips, the tour educates students on how to build healthy credit habits — and the common credit missteps to avoid — while inviting students to learn from Shaquille’s firsthand experiences and advice.

Kicking off on September 14 at Southern Methodist University (SMU)’s Moody Coliseum, the Credit One Bank Credit Tip Off Tour travels to Georgia State University (GSU)’s Student Center East State Ballroom, Fred’s Bar in Baton Rouge, and Florida Atlantic University (FAU)’s Carole & Barry Kaye Auditorium. Sports creator and host Jenna Bandy will moderate the Real Credit Chat at SMU, The School of Hard Knocks’ James Dumoulin will moderate GSU and Fred’s Bar in Baton Rouge, and Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia rounds out the tour by moderating the final stop at FAU.

“Credit education isn’t often taught in school, so we built this tour with Shaquille O’Neal to help close that gap and empower young people to make informed credit decisions,” said Michael Coleman, Chief Marketing Officer at Credit One Bank. “As the brand that believes in forward momentum, we’re meeting students where they are to kick-start their credit education in a memorable, engaging way and help set them up for a successful financial future.”

Many students are managing credit for the first time or using a parent’s card with little independent knowledge of how credit works. Small mistakes now, like missing a monthly payment or maxing out a credit card, could follow them for years. The Credit One Bank Credit Tip Off Tour addresses these common credit mistakes and how to avoid them with their iconic Credit Wreckers, a cast of relatable characters who bring common credit missteps to life in a fun and memorable way. Characters like Miss Payment, Max Out, Cancelina and One Track Jack each represent a different credit behavior to avoid. They help break down topics like on-time payments, credit utilization, credit history and credit mix without making credit education feel intimidating.

Each free event will feature a Real Credit Chat with O’Neal and Credit One Bank CMO Michael Coleman, backed by interactive games and activities with prizes designed to keep college students on their feet. After setting the stage with fun credit edutainment, Shaq caps the night by stepping behind the decks as DJ Diesel for a live set to drop the bass and turn the room into a party.

O’Neal is known by many titles — NBA legend, entrepreneur, philanthropist, analyst and DJ — and his commitment to education runs just as deep. He also knows firsthand that building strong credit is a learning process. After making his own credit mistakes early on, O’Neal learned over time what it takes to build and maintain healthy credit. Now, as a Credit One Bank brand ambassador, he’s bringing those lessons directly to students — making his personal experience and passion for education a natural foundation for the Credit Tip Off Tour.

“I’m always learning, I never stop,” said Shaquille O’Neal. “I learned credit the hard way. Nobody broke it down for me back then. Now I’ve got kids in college, kids right out of it, and I want them starting smarter than I did. That’s what the Credit One Bank Credit Tip Off Tour is about. And yeah, we’re still going to have fun.”

Jenna Bandy will moderate at SMU, Dumoulin will moderate GSU and Fred’s Bar, and Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia will moderate the final stop at FAU. Each moderator brings a unique perspective on what it means to start from scratch and build toward something bigger. Bandy, a sports host and content creator, has built her platform by bringing fans closer to the world of sports through engaging interviews, commentary and social content. Dumoulin, co-founder of The School of Hard Knocks, has built a following of tens of millions through conversations with successful entrepreneurs about the lessons that shaped their journeys. LaPaglia began building her own media career while in college, ultimately leaving school to pursue it full-time and growing her platform across podcasts and other ventures.

While many students may already have access to credit, Credit One Bank believes that credit access goes hand-in-hand with credit education. The Credit One Bank Credit Tip Off tour is designed to empower students to learn and ask about credit, use credit responsibly, build strong financial foundations, and be better prepared for what’s ahead.

The Credit One Bank Credit Tip Off Tour is produced by Medium Rare, the team behind some of the biggest culture driven live events in sports and entertainment, including Shaq’s Fun House, Travis Kelce’s Kelce Jam and Dave Portnoy’s One Bite Pizza Fest. Bringing that same larger-than-life approach to college campuses making credit education feel engaging, unexpected and genuinely fun for students.

The Credit One Bank Credit Tip Off Tour will visit:

• Southern Methodist University (SMU), Moody Coliseum – September 14, 2026
• Georgia State University (GSU), Student Center East State Ballroom – October 23, 2026
• Fred’s Bar in Baton Rouge – November 6, 2026
• Florida Atlantic University (FAU), Carole & Barry Kaye Auditorium – November 9, 2026

Each stop is free and open to 500 enrolled students. Students can register for tickets at creditonetipofftour.com. Visit CreditWreckers.com to learn more about building good credit habits and meet the full cast of Credit Wreckers. They can also follow Credit One Bank on social media @CreditOneBank for tour updates and credit tips.

QUICK FACTS:

• What: The Credit One Bank Credit Tip Off Tour, a free and accessible credit education event featuring a Real Credit Chat with Credit Professor Shaquille O’Neal, followed by a live DJ Diesel set.
• Where/When:
  • September 14: Southern Methodist University (SMU)
  • October 23: Georgia State University (GSU)
  • November 6: Fred’s Bar in Baton Rouge
  • November 9: Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
• Who: Shaquille O’Neal (“Credit Professor” and DJ Diesel) and Credit One Bank Chief Marketing Officer Michael Coleman, with Jenna Bandy, Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia and James Dumoulin moderating.
• Cost: FREE and open to 500 enrolled students at each host campus. Students can enroll at creditonetipofftour.com.

About Credit One Bank

Credit One Bank is a financial services company and one of the fastest-growing credit card issuers in the U.S. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Las Vegas, Credit One Bank offers a full spectrum of credit card products including cash back rewards and points-based cards as well as high-yield certificate of deposit and savings accounts. Credit One Bank is also an official partner of the Las Vegas Raiders and the Official Credit Card of NASCAR® and the Vegas Golden Knights. Learn more at CreditOneBank.com, in our Newsroom, or on social media (@CreditOneBank) on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.

About Shaquille O’Neal

Shaquille O’Neal is one of the world’s most successful athletes-turned-businessmen. His-post playing career as an entrepreneur, sports analyst, DJ, restauranteur, brand partner, and producer has translated into a highly sought-after global brand.

The 15-time NBA All-Star’s unprecedented athletic career spanned nearly two decades and earned him countless awards and honors, including NBA Most Valuable Player, NBA Rookie of the Year, four NBA Championships and a First Ballot NBA Hall of Famer. Currently, O’Neal is an Emmy-winning analyst on ESPN’s “Inside the NBA.”

O’Neal is a universally recognized figure in sports, entertainment, and pop culture. His music career began with the release of four rap albums with his first, Shaq Diesel, going platinum. Today, he is known worldwide as DJ Diesel. His DJ business has become a global enterprise, with his SHAQ’s Bass All-Stars Festival and Shaq’s Fun House—an immersive event series combining live performances, carnival rides, and celebrity appearances.

Through his multimedia company, Jersey Legends Productions, O’Neal continues to innovate by creating compelling content that spans sports, entertainment, and culture. In April 2026, O’Neal partnered with TNT sports to create, Dunkman, the world’s first professional dunk league.

Follow Shaquille O’Neal on TikTok, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About Medium Rare

Lauded events, experiential, and management company, Medium Rare, works at the intersection of Sports & Entertainment, partnering with iconic personalities and brands to create live event properties including Shaquille O’Neal’s Fun House, Travis Kelce’s Kelce Jam, Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Tailgate, Rob Gronkowski’s Gronk Beach, Dave Portnoy’s One Bite Fest, and more. Recognized with six Webby Awards, INC 5000, and Billboard Dance Power Players, Medium Rare Founders Joe Silberzweig and Adam Richman are Forbes 30 Under 30 alumni and have graced the Pollstar Next Gen and Variety New Leaders lists in 2020 and 2021, respectively. For more info visit www.Medium-Rare.com

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