How Darren Buchanan Jr. uses NIL and basketball to transform Washington D.C. community
George Washington University’s Darren Buchanan Jr. is using his NIL money to give back to his hometown — hosting free camps, school drives, and holiday events for kids in D.C. He’s showing what it really looks like to use your platform for good. Read full article >
DII women’s golfer Maddie Fleck building a future through NIL opportunities
Ashland golfer Maddie Fleck uses NIL to build more than just her brand — she’s laying the groundwork for a future in sports media, one post at a time. With a successful social media following, she is leveraging her opportunities for professional development, including acceptance into the NCAA x Meta NIL Empower Program. Read full […]
Sky’s the limit for Iowa diver Makayla Hughbanks
Iowa diver Makayla Hughbanks is building a brand that’s all her own — from diving and flying to sharing the behind-the-scenes moments that make it real. Read full article >
Building an Investment Strategy
Source: Invesco QQQ Your money will be safe in a bank account, but stuff keeps getting more expensive year after year. To stay ahead of this, Invesco QQQ’s How Not to Suck at Money: Building an Investment Strategy module is your gateway to mastering investment strategies that balance risk and growth potential. Learn why investing essential, how […]
Starting to Invest
Source: Invesco QQQ Ready to take control of your financial future? Investing wisely is key to staying ahead in a world where expenses continue to rise. But different types of investments come with varying risks and rewards, so understanding the basics of investing tools is essential. Invesco QQQ’s How Not to Suck at Money game will show […]
Self-Employed Budgeting
Source: Invesco QQQ Self-employed budgeting can be stressful – there’s a lot to learn when you go out on your own. Need some tips? In Invesco QQQ’s How Not to Suck at Money: Self Employed Budgeting module, you’ll learn essential tips and tricks for how you can approach your budgeting strategy when your income is […]
Patent and Trademark Resource Centers
Source: USPTO Patent and Trademark Resource Centers (PTRCs) are located in libraries across the country. The PTRC librarian can demonstrate patent and trademark search tools, help you create a search strategy, and explain the application process for patents and trademarks. Click Here to find a PTRC near you.
Navigating Agents and Contracts with Former Attorney Kristi Dosh
Source: Kristi Dosh Kristi Dosh, a former attorney and founder of BusinessOfCollegeSports.com and NIL Island, guides you through the critical process of hiring the right agent. Whether you’re an athlete, author, or influencer, the right agent can elevate your career, while the wrong one can hold you back. Kristi shares the key questions you need […]
NIL Basics
Source: USPTO Download our name, image, and likeness (NIL) Basics below. What every student-athlete should know
Student-Athlete Trademark Basics
Source: USPTO Download our trademark basics for student-athletes below: What every student-athlete should know