Fox Sports has embarked on its largest marketing campaign in network history ahead of the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup in Qatar, which begins Sunday. Click here to read the story at adweek.com. Discussion Questions: What are broadcast rights? Why did Fox invest billions in the rights to broadcast the Read more…
* Note to current subscribers to SCC’s Education Resource Center subscribers, you might consider downloading the “State of NIL” activity bundle to help augment your discussion of this news story in class! The resource is available by visiting the “Bonus Content” subscription link on your account page. Oregon State is Read more…
While the world is suffering from the impact of ‘Shrinkflation’, Papa Johns is delivering “Shaqflation” with the return of the Shaq-a-roni, adding a whole lot of EXTRA, like extra cheese and pepperoni cut into 8 large Shaq-sized slices. Papa Johns is even donating an extra dollar from every Shaq-a-Roni that Read more…
Earlier this week Adidas ended its partnership with rapper and fashion designer Ye (who previously went by Kanye West). Its decision came around the same time that a flurry of other companies also cut ties with the artist — but weeks after Ye began making offensive remarks. Click here to read the story at Read more…
Stephen Curry is a business mogul. From cryptocurrency to television shows, the Warriors star has amassed a fortune near $160 million according to celebritynetworth.com. Click here to read the story at si.com. Discussion Questions: What is a brand? Are athletes like Steph Curry a brand? What is a business mogul? What Read more…
In July 2021, name, image, and likeness (NIL) rules and laws opened the door for college athletes to make money for the first time. It did not take long for them, or brands, to capitalize. Click here to read the story at espn.com. Discussion Questions: What is NIL? Why is Read more…
Instacart has retained Grammy winner Lizzo as the face of its biggest brand campaign to date to introduce Carts, an in-app experience that will enable pop culture personalities, retailers and online creators to share shoppable, curated content. Click here to read the story at forbes.com. Discussion Questions: What is celebrity endorsement? Read more…
The end of Serena Williams’ glittering tennis career will have little to no impact on the American’s brand value and her earnings from endorsements could even surge post-retirement, industry experts told Reuters. Click here to read the story at reuters.com. Discussion Questions: What is a brand? Is Serena Williams a Read more…
Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance in the U.S., is kicking off its marketing campaign for the 2022-2023 college football season to shine a light on the gap between health insurance and medical bills. Click here to read the story at finance.yahoo.com. Discussion Questions: What is the difference Read more…
T.J. Finley is taking his fashion sense to Amazon. The Auburn quarterback, who is vying for the starting job as the Tigers begin fall camp this week, announced Tuesday afternoon that he has agreed to an NIL partnership with Amazon. Click here to read the story at al.com. Discussion Questions: Read more…