Here at the NIL Store powered by Campus Ink, we have so much to be thankful for this holiday season.
It’s been an incredible year of growth as we’ve remained steadfast in our mission of putting our athletes first in everything we do and supporting them through our industry-leading payouts.
Our amazing staff weighed in on what they are thankful for. Check it out below!
What We're Thankful For:
Sean “Chilly” Childers, Merchandise Designer
“I’m thankful for the opportunity to be on the front lines of such an innovative space with such a great mission!”
Adam Cook, VP - Campus Ink Sports
“I am thankful for the incredibly talented group of people committed to making NIL merchandise better for athletes and fans. And volleyball jerseys. And IU floating head posters.”
Sean Ellenby, Director of NIL Marketing & Communications
“I’m thankful to be working with individuals universally aligned to putting athletes first in everything we do.”
Tate Gillespie, Director of University Partnerships and NIL Strategy
“I am thankful to go to work every day knowing I am making an impact in the lives of college athletes and their families. What we are able to do at Campus Ink is a true testament to what NIL is at its truest form- and something generations of precious college athletes like myself have long fought for.”
Paige Goodenough, Graphic Designer
“I’m thankful I get to be creative while making a difference for ALL student athletes, and help set the standard in the NIL space with such a passionate team.”
Laura Graves, E-Commerce Operations Wizard
“I’m thankful for our teammates that are out on the front lines, working directly with the athletes, their families, and the athletic departments! We talk a lot in our meetings about how to make things work on the backend, but to be personally responsible for the experience each player has with Campus Ink, is a HUGE job, and it’s a LOT of responsibility to carry every day! They are out there telling the story of Campus Ink, and making sure that everything we promise, we deliver on!”
Eric Hrubes, Director of Licensing
“I am incredibly thankful for the opportunity to be a part of an up-and-coming company that is making a difference in the lives of college students and paving their own way in the collegiate industry.”
Taylor Huizenga, NIL Marketing & Communications Assistant
“I’m thankful for the opportunity to support athletes as they grow and recognize their ability to market themselves.”
Abby Kelly, Digital Strategist
“I’m thankful to work for a company that is changing the way the industry supports student athletes while fostering a team filled with creativity and fun!”
Mike O’Neill, Do-it-all-everything & father of one
“I am thankful that COLLEGE BASKETBALL IS BACK, BABY! (Also thankful for Ty Rodgers’ defensive ability to guard in the paint and on the perimeter)”
Lindsay Quick, Product & Inside Sales Specialist for Licensed Apparel
“I am thankful that we have the opportunity to work with some of the most iconic brands in college sports.”
Kelsey Westhoff, VP of Marketing
“I am thankful that I work with athletes, students and teammates that inspire me to work harder and who I continue to learn from every single day.”
Jason Wood, Creative Account Manager
“I'm thankful that I get paid every day to be creative and find new ways to help athletes express themselves in one of the most exciting industries in the world.”
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