Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Product
Problem
College athletes often lack a centralized, compliant way to connect with brands and monetize their name, image, and likeness (NIL), while sponsors struggle to find verified talent and manage contracts, payments, and regulatory requirements efficiently.
Solution
ProtectNIL offers a digital platform that links college athletes with brand partners through its NILAssist and Epic AI tools. The system automates contract creation, payment processing, and compliance checks, reducing administrative overhead for both parties. An AI-driven matching engine recommends suitable partnership opportunities based on athlete profiles and campaign goals. All transactions and agreements are stored securely, providing a transparent audit trail. The platform scales to a network of over half a million athletes, giving sponsors immediate access to a large, verified talent pool.
Target Audience
Primary users are college athletes seeking NIL revenue and brands, agencies, or sponsors looking to run marketing campaigns with verified collegiate talent.
Features
- AI-powered matching of athletes to brand campaigns using Epic AI
- Automated contract generation and digital signature workflow via NILAssist
- Integrated payment processing with real-time payout tracking
- Built-in compliance monitoring for NCAA and state NIL regulations
- Centralized dashboard for sponsors to manage campaigns, view analytics, and communicate with athletes
- Athlete profiles showcasing metrics, audience demographics, and past partnership performance