The HBCU Icon Exchange Web App Connects HBCU Student Athletes With Fans, Brands & Supporters
The Icon 1901 Collective and Playbooked Creates An NIL Platform for All HBCU Athletes
"Our primary goal is to level the playing field and promote equity in college sports by supporting the growth, development, and brand awareness of HBCU student-athletes," says Marc Smith, CEO of the Icon 1901 Collective."
NIL opportunities hold immense value for HBCU athletes, providing a powerful platform to amplify their personal brands and secure meaningful partnerships with brands. The HBCU Icon Exchange allows athletes to showcase their talents, engage with their communities, and establish themselves as influential figures on and off the field. “Brands benefit from the authenticity, diversity, and unique stories of HBCU athletes, enabling them to connect and engage with a passionate and loyal fan base,” says Keith Mitchell, CEO of PlayBooked. “The partnership between HBCU athletes and brands in the NIL landscape unlocks limitless potential for mutual growth, inclusivity, and empowerment."
About The Icon 1901 Collective
The Icon 1901 Collective is an independent and innovative NIL company founded by Grambling State University Alumni; Marc Smith, CEO and former GSU baseball player; Marva Nichols, Chief Marketing and Branding Officer, Miss GSU 1991-1992; and Attorney David Dirks, Jr., Chief Operating Officer, former GSU student leader, and Howard University Law School alumnus. For more information about The Icon 1901 Collective and the HBCU Icon Exchange, contact mailto:media@theicon1901.com or visit http://www.TheIcon1901.com.
About PlayBooked
PlayBooked, the technology platform/mobile app of choice for various NIL collectives, including Cal Berkeley, Notre Dame, Michigan, and Auburn, connects college athletes with fans and brands. PlayBooked for Business custom-curates multi-athlete content creation campaigns for brands and licenses its technology platform to collectives and organizations. For more information, visit http://PlayBooked.com or download the PlayBooked app (iOS and Android).
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The Icon 1901 Collective
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