HBCU Sports, Creator & Career Engagement Series | Livingstone College
About this Event
Ready to Build Your Future Beyond the Game?
Whether you're a student-athlete, aspiring sports professional, content creator, or future entrepreneur, this one-day summit will give you the knowledge, tools, and industry connections to thrive in today's sports business and Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) landscape.
Join Livingstone College, ABC Sports Foundation, and B.E. Collective+ for a full day of sports business, NIL education, personal branding, financial literacy, networking, and career opportunities.
About This Event
The Future of Sports Starts Here.
The HBCU Sports Business + NIL Education Summit is a premier educational experience designed to prepare HBCU students and student-athletes for success in today's rapidly evolving sports industry.
Through interactive workshops, expert panels, real-world case studies, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain practical knowledge they can immediately apply to their athletic, academic, and professional careers.
Whether your goal is to:
- Earn NIL opportunities
- Build a personal brand
- Work in professional sports
- Become a content creator
- Launch your own business
- Learn how sports marketing really works
...this summit is designed for you.
What You'll Learn
Throughout the day, attendees will participate in sessions covering:
🏆 Name, Image & Likeness (NIL)
Understand how NIL works, NCAA guidelines, revenue sharing, and how to prepare for endorsement opportunities.
📱 Personal Branding
Learn how to develop a marketable personal brand that attracts opportunities on and off the field.
💰 Financial Literacy
Understand budgeting, taxes, contracts, and long-term wealth strategies for athletes and young professionals.
🎥 Content Creation
Discover how brands evaluate creators and how to build content that drives engagement and partnerships.
🤝 Sports Business Careers
Hear directly from professionals working across sports marketing, media, sponsorship, athlete representation, and business operations.
📄 NIL Deal Execution
Learn exactly what happens after signing a deal, including deliverables, timelines, contracts, and common mistakes.
Summit Experience
Attendees can expect:
- Interactive workshops
- Panel discussions
- Sports industry networking
- Brand-building activities
- NIL resources
- Career exploration
- Sponsor & partner engagement
Who Should Attend?
This event is perfect for:
- Current student-athletes
- College students interested in sports
- Coaches
- Athletic administrators
- Faculty & staff
- Aspiring sports executives
- Content creators
- Entrepreneurs
- Local high school students interested in sports careers
Why Attend?
You'll leave with:
- A better understanding of NIL
- Actionable branding strategies
- Professional networking connections
- Career insights from industry leaders
- Practical financial knowledge
- Tools to grow your influence
- Resources to prepare for future opportunities
Presented By
Livingstone College
In partnership with
B.E. Collective+
B.E. Collective+ develops educational programming that prepares HBCU students and student-athletes for success in sports business, entrepreneurship, branding, and NIL.
ABC Sports Foundation
ABC Sports Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding educational, athletic, and career opportunities through sports, leadership development, and community engagement.
Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Registration & Welcome
🕑: 10:15 AM
Opening Remarks
🕑: 10:30 AM
Mental Wellness & Athlete Identity
🕑: 11:00 AM
NIL 101 + Brand Building
🕑: 11:40 AM
Financial Literacy & Sports Business
🕑: 12:20 PM
Networking Lunch
🕑: 01:15 PM
Content Strategy & Brand Development
🕑: 02:00 PM
NIL Campaign Lab
🕑: 02:35 PM
Closing Remarks
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
Networking & Sponsor Expo
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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