Sports Business + NIL Education Summit | Johnson C. Smith University

Join us on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at Johnson C. Smith University for the Sports Business + NIL Education Summit, presented by B.E. Collective+.

This one-day, interactive summit is designed to equip HBCU student-athletes, students, and administrators with the tools they need to thrive in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era and beyond.

Through hands-on workshops, expert panels, and networking opportunities, you’ll gain valuable insights into NIL rights, personal brand development, athlete compensation, and career pathways in sports business.

• JCSU student-athletes & students
• Athletic department staff & administrators
• Alumni, coaches, and collectives
• Local brands & professionals in the sports business space

• Understanding NIL Workshop
• Holistic Athlete Development
• Leveraging Your Brand + Pitch Simulation
• NIL Contracts, Collectives & Compliance
• Sports Business Networking & Career Fair

• Build your NIL knowledge and brand skills
• Connect with industry professionals and alumni
• Gain tools to pitch yourself to brands and collectives
• Discover career opportunities in sports & entertainment

Host or Publisher B.E. Collective+