About Bryan “Red Beard” Woodward founder of Major League Collective

Bryan Woodward — known throughout the hobby as Red Beard Sports Cards — is a lifelong sports card enthusiast, collector, and show organizer with a passion for building community around the game.

After founding and growing the Bay Area Card Show into Florida’s largest monthly trading card event in 2020, Bryan brought his experience and vision back home to New Jersey. There, he launched Major League Collective — a new brand of shows and community designed to elevate the sports card scene with modern energy, premium presentation, and a community-first focus.

What started as a love for collecting has evolved into a mission to redefine the card-show experience — blending the excitement of the hobby’s golden era with the professionalism and creativity of today’s modern marketplace.

Major League Collective represents that next chapter — where collectors, culture, and connection all come together under one roof.