The NIL Mixer: Where Deals Get Done is a high-energy, one-night event that brings together local high school and college athletes with businesses seeking authentic partnerships through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals.
Hosted by Esquire Sports and Greet Wash Park, this showcase + networking mixer is designed to ignite real conversations and real NIL opportunities.
Athletes will each take the stage for a powerful 1-minute pitch introducing who they are, what they stand for, and why they’re the perfect ambassador for a local brand. Following the pitches, businesses and athletes will mix, mingle, and build connections during our Networking Session — complete with music, swag and prizes.
When an athlete and business agree on a potential partnership?
📣 We ring the bell, shout them out live, and celebrate the start of something great.
Whether you're a student-athlete looking to level up your brand, or a business ready to support the next generation of leaders, this is where NIL deals get done.
Event Highlights:
🗣️ Live Athlete NIL Pitches
🤝 Speed Networking with Businesses & Athletes
🔔 Live NIL Announcements & Bell-Ringing Moments
🎧 DJ Fa'Dorah & MC Greg Rideout
🎁 Vendor Swag, Giveaways & Raffle Prizes
💼 Ambassadors On-Site to Facilitate Matchmaking
Who Should Attend?
Student-Athletes: High school (committed/college-bound) and college athletes seeking brand deals.
National and Local Businesses: Businesses looking to connect with athletic influencers and community ambassadors.
🎟️ Tickets:
$49.99 – General Admission (Business Rep)
$199 – Business Vendor Table (includes swag handouts, branding space, networking)
Apply Now. Sponsor Early. Show Up.
Grateful for Our Sponsors
A special thank-you goes out to our amazing sponsors whose support makes this event possible:
Lori Rickert with State Farm – protecting what matters most and giving back to the community.
Greet Wash Park – connecting neighbors and celebrating the spirit of local living.
We’re so appreciative of your partnership and commitment to helping us create a memorable experience for all!
Let’s build the future of NIL, together.
