The Readiness Program for Student-Athletes Preparing for NIL Income
NIL Rules of Engagement™ exists to protect student-athletes, families, and institutions from preventable financial, legal, and reputational risk associated with Name, Image & Likeness (NIL).
EDUCATION-FIRST READINESS
We strengthen decision-making before income begins and supports athletes as financial responsibility increases.
INSTITUTIONAL COMPLIANCE
We operate alongside existing NIL and compliance teams to support — not replace — institutional efforts.
WHITE GLOVE EXPERIENCE
NIL Flight School™ is designed to be a high-touch cohort-based experience, not a mess education program.
If NIL becomes real for you… are you ready for it?
Contracts.
Taxes.
Family pressure.
Real money decisions under real scrutiny.
Most athletes don't lose money because of bad intentions.
They lose it because no one prepared them for the moment income becomes real.
NIL Flight School™ GETS YOU READY
A four-quarter readiness program designed to prepare student-athletes and their families for the financial, legal, and behavioral realities of NIL income.
q1: FInancial foundations
Understanding taxes, income reporting, and financial responsibility tied to NIL opportunities.
q2: decision frameworks
Learning how to evaluate opportunities, contracts, and decisions when money is involved.
q3: Family & responsibility
Helping athletes and families navigate expectations, communication, and financial responsibility.
q4: Income Readiness
Preparing for the moment NIL income actually becomes active because preparation is critical to success.
FLIGHT SCHOOL IS FOR STUDENT ATHLETES WHO...
Expect NIL opportunities in the next 12–24 months
Want to make responsible financial decisions
Want their families informed and aligned
Understand NIL comes with real financial responsibility
This program is not for casual interest.
It is designed for athletes who want to approach NIL with discipline and preparation.
Take the Next Step Toward NIL Readiness
NIL FLIGHT SCHOOL™
$3500
Four-Quarter NIL Readiness Curriculum
Family Alignment & Communication Sessions
Opportunity & Contract Decision Frameworks
High-Touch Cohort Experience
The Vision Behind NIL Flight School™
The initiative is led by Jimmie B. Strong, President of The Advisory, who serves as transactional counsel and strategic advisor to venture capital funds, family offices, entrepreneurs, and professional athletes.
A graduate of Morehouse College (Valedictorian) and Harvard Law School, Jimmie also teaches Sports Law at Vanderbilt Law School and has contributed to curriculum and career readiness programs for college athletic departments.
NIL Flight School™ reflects his broader mission: helping athletes build the knowledge and structure needed to navigate NIL opportunities with discipline, clarity, and long-term perspective.
The Vision Behind NIL Flight School™
The initiative is led by Jimmie B. Strong, President of The Advisory, who serves as transactional counsel and strategic advisor to venture capital funds, family offices, entrepreneurs, and professional athletes.
A graduate of Morehouse College (Valedictorian) and Harvard Law School, Jimmie also teaches Sports Law at Vanderbilt Law School and has contributed to curriculum and career readiness programs for college athletic departments.
NIL Flight School™ reflects his broader mission: helping athletes build the knowledge and structure needed to navigate NIL opportunities with discipline, clarity, and long-term perspective.
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