HBCU Sports, Creator & Career Engagement Series | Hampton University

A 2-hour NIL activation for Hampton students & student-athletes — live coaching, local brand partners, and real deal-ready skills. What This Is The Hampton University Sports, Creator & Career Lab is a 2-hour, high-impact experience built for Hampton students and student-athletes who are ready to move from talking about NIL to actually building it. This isn't a lecture — it's a working session with real brands in the room. By the end of the night, you'll walk out with: • A first draft of your personal brand story and elevator pitch • A real understanding of how local and regional businesses evaluate potential partners • Direct exposure to 4 confirmed local and regional brand partners • Practical financial literacy for NIL income • The tools to approach a business professionally and pitch a partnership that works for both sides Who Should Attend Hampton University students and student-athletes at any stage of building their brand — whether you've never thought about NIL or you're actively fielding deals. Meet the Partners • D1 Training (Chesapeake, VA) • ALFA Custom Clothiers (Hampton Roads-based) • Rings and Robes (Hampton University alumni-owned) • Thrivent Financial B.E. Collective+ is a Sports, Creator & Career Engagement platform helping HBCU athletes, schools, and brands activate and execute real opportunities within our community — not just talk about them.