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All Gas, No Brakes: Talking NIL with Lauren Burke
Many athletes sliding into the NIL era have been building their personal brand on social media for years. Posting on social media is something Texas Softball star Lauren Burke has enjoyed doing throughout her time as a student-athletes, and she has built an audience...
5 Rules of Marketing Yourself for NIL Deals
Want to make money on Opendorse? These five rules to marketing yourself for NIL deals will help your chances of getting partnerships: 1. Make it easy for brands to find you Put your Opendorse Profile link in your bio on all social media channels. Shout out Opendorse...
Gloria Mutiri: Inspiring in the NIL Era
Entering the NIL era, Oregon Volleyball star Gloria Mutiri had a plan. She was focused on being intentional about partnering with brands that align with her values, long-term goals, and amplified the story of her life. Tragedy and Perseverance...
Discussing NIL Deals with Nicklin Hames
Football and basketball stars aren’t the only ones capitalizing on NIL deals. Nebraska Volleyball star Nicklin Hames continues to show the value female athletes bring to the NIL era, boasting a carefully crafted portfolio of 10+ NIL partnerships. From participating in...
Introducing Opendorse Opportunities
Now available on Opendorse, Opportunities makes it easier than ever for brands and fans to connect with their favorite athletes. It's like a job board for NIL deals. Everyone is welcome to create a free account and list an opportunity. How does Opportunities work?...
Church’s Chicken Shines on National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day
Fried chicken chains have emerged as brand stars of the NIL era. Early adopters with a clear vision of how athletes can help drive their business goals, several QSR spots were among the first to lean in to support student-athletes in a big way. That trend continued on...