Small business owner struggles to determine financial valuation and compensation terms for NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) athlete partnerships.

No accessible, standardized tool exists for small businesses to benchmark NIL athlete rates or manage compensation deals; existing platforms like Opendorse are geared toward larger brands and agencies.

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Jun 2, 2026

App Concept

NILRate

NILRate is a mobile-first platform that helps small businesses quickly value and execute NIL athlete partnerships. It provides market-rate benchmarks by sport, region, and social media following, plus built-in contract templates and payment processing.

Key Features

Athlete valuation calculator using real-time market data
Searchable database of college athletes with NIL availability
Customizable contract templates compliant with NCAA rules
Integrated payment processing with tax documentation

Target Users: Small business owners and local marketing managers in the US who want to sponsor college athletes for social media promotion or local endorsements.

Revenue Model: Freemium with $29/mo pro tier for unlimited valuations and contracts; 2% transaction fee on payments processed through the platform.

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