NFLPA Pitch Day

NFLPA Pitch Day is a unique platform for diverse entrepreneurs to present their startup businesses to an elite judging panel of investors and athletes

Our mission is to improve the way we do business by connecting professional athletes with emerging entrepreneurs - specifically people of color, women and individuals from underrepresented groups - and give them a platform to accelerate their business.

By leveraging the influence and marketing power of NFL players, Pitch Day provides, aspiring leaders a unique platform to pitch their products and ideas to a panel of all-star judges and take their businesses to the next level. 

The opportunities to connect and gain visibility are unmatched. Invite-only attendees include professional athletes, investors, business executives and NFLPA partners that have sprawling influence in the sports, technology and investment sectors.

The 8th annual NFLPA Pitch Day takes place during Super Bowl week on February 7th in Las Vegas, Nevada. Selected applicants will compete for the opportunity to secure funding, athlete-marketing services, strategic consultations and potential access to NFLPA’s group licensing rights.

We are recruiting companies in the following two categories:

Consumer Products & Goods

Diverse, unique and exciting new products that engage fans and reach new demographics.

Health Tech, Human Performance & Wellness

Innovations that optimize athlete performance, safety, health and wellness through best-in-class technologies.

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This year’s judges are also looking at businesses and innovations that emphasize sustainability, from product integration to best practices to environmental causes. Applications are reviewed by a select committee that includes NFLPA staff, NFL players and industry experts. Submit your application by December 1, 2023.

The event is by invitation only and is not open to the public. Highly respected VIPs, professional NFL players, leading investors and select media will be in attendance. 

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NFLPA Pitch Day is an opportunity for established brands to discover and support cutting-edge, early-stage businesses positioned to disrupt the marketplace. Partners will have unique access to some of the finest minds and personalities in the sports and venture industry to build meaningful connections.

Interested in learning more about partnership? Let us know.

This event is invite-only. If you are interested in attending, please send your inquiry here.