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NIL Brand Partnership Executive
Axe Sports Group – Next Play Initiative (NPI)
Location: Houston, Texas (Greater Houston Area)
Type: Flexible | Commission-Based | 1-Year Term
About the Opportunity
Axe Sports Group is expanding into the Houston market following our recent partnership with Houston Christian University (HCU), and we are building a selective network of NIL Brand Partnership Executives to support this launch.
This is a unique opportunity to be on the ground floor of building NIL revenue infrastructure in one of the most opportunity-rich markets in the country.
We are seeking experienced, relationship-driven professionals based in Houston who can leverage local business connections to drive NIL partnerships for student-athletes while supporting HCU through our Next Play Initiative (NPI).
Houston represents a high-growth NIL market with strong alignment across:
• Corporate headquarters and mid-market businesses
• A rapidly evolving college athletics landscape
• Brands increasingly looking for authentic athlete-driven marketing
This is a commission-only, high-upside role designed for individuals who want to directly participate in building a scalable NIL ecosystem in a major metro market.
About the NPI Sales Network
Our NPI Sales Network is a flexible, high-performance model that:
• Deploys experienced professionals directly into university partnerships (starting with HCU)
• Enables continuous NIL deal sourcing across Axe’s athlete roster
• Operates under a structured, proven NIL sales engine
• Mirrors top-tier consulting and professional services models
Executives in Houston will play a foundational role in establishing and scaling Axe’s presence in the region.
About the Next Play Initiative (NPI)
The Next Play Initiative (NPI) is Axe Sports Group’s university-driven NIL and athlete development platform, built to deliver:
• NIL education and brand readiness
• Mental performance training
• Financial literacy programming
• Life-after-sports development
• A dedicated NIL sales engine that generates real revenue opportunities
With HCU now onboard, the focus shifts to execution — driving partnerships, activating brands, and delivering measurable results.
Responsibilities
HCU Partnership Support (Primary Focus)
• Represent Axe Sports Group within the Houston market
• Drive local and regional brand outreach aligned with HCU athletes
• Develop and pitch NIL partnership opportunities
• Support proposal creation and deal execution
• Coordinate with Axe leadership and HCU stakeholders
Athlete NIL Deal Sourcing (Ongoing)
• Build relationships with Houston-based brands and agencies
• Identify creative partnership opportunities for athletes
• Pitch, negotiate, and advance deals through the pipeline
• Collaborate internally to activate and fulfill partnerships
What We’re Looking For
We are prioritizing candidates with strong Houston market connectivity, including:
• Business development or sales professionals
• Sponsorship / partnership managers
• Marketing and advertising sales reps
• Individuals with deep ties to Houston’s business community
• Former athletes or alumni with strong local networks
Key Traits
• High-level relationship builder
• Self-starter with strong accountability
• Confident communicator and presenter
• Strong follow-through and professionalism
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on results
What You Gain
• Direct involvement in launching and scaling NIL at HCU
• Access to a growing athlete and university network
• Sales training within Axe’s NPI system
• Flexibility to operate independently
• Unlimited commission potential tied directly to performance
Compensation
• Commission-only structure
• Paid upon successful completion of NIL deals
• No base salary
• High upside based on network and execution
Requirements
• Ability to operate as an independent contractor
• Commitment to a one-year engagement
• Strong communication and consistency
• Willingness to follow Axe’s process and compliance structure
• Participation in monthly check-ins
Application Instructions
Submit your resume.
No cover letter required.
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Axe Sports Group – Next Play Initiative (NPI)
Location: Houston, Texas (Greater Houston Area)
Type: Flexible | Commission-Based | 1-Year Term
About the Opportunity
Axe Sports Group is expanding into the Houston market following our recent partnership with Houston Christian University (HCU), and we are building a selective network of NIL Brand Partnership Executives to support this launch.
This is a unique opportunity to be on the ground floor of building NIL revenue infrastructure in one of the most opportunity-rich markets in the country.
We are seeking experienced, relationship-driven professionals based in Houston who can leverage local business connections to drive NIL partnerships for student-athletes while supporting HCU through our Next Play Initiative (NPI).
Houston represents a high-growth NIL market with strong alignment across:
• Corporate headquarters and mid-market businesses
• A rapidly evolving college athletics landscape
• Brands increasingly looking for authentic athlete-driven marketing
This is a commission-only, high-upside role designed for individuals who want to directly participate in building a scalable NIL ecosystem in a major metro market.
About the NPI Sales Network
Our NPI Sales Network is a flexible, high-performance model that:
• Deploys experienced professionals directly into university partnerships (starting with HCU)
• Enables continuous NIL deal sourcing across Axe’s athlete roster
• Operates under a structured, proven NIL sales engine
• Mirrors top-tier consulting and professional services models
Executives in Houston will play a foundational role in establishing and scaling Axe’s presence in the region.
About the Next Play Initiative (NPI)
The Next Play Initiative (NPI) is Axe Sports Group’s university-driven NIL and athlete development platform, built to deliver:
• NIL education and brand readiness
• Mental performance training
• Financial literacy programming
• Life-after-sports development
• A dedicated NIL sales engine that generates real revenue opportunities
With HCU now onboard, the focus shifts to execution — driving partnerships, activating brands, and delivering measurable results.
Responsibilities
HCU Partnership Support (Primary Focus)
• Represent Axe Sports Group within the Houston market
• Drive local and regional brand outreach aligned with HCU athletes
• Develop and pitch NIL partnership opportunities
• Support proposal creation and deal execution
• Coordinate with Axe leadership and HCU stakeholders
Athlete NIL Deal Sourcing (Ongoing)
• Build relationships with Houston-based brands and agencies
• Identify creative partnership opportunities for athletes
• Pitch, negotiate, and advance deals through the pipeline
• Collaborate internally to activate and fulfill partnerships
What We’re Looking For
We are prioritizing candidates with strong Houston market connectivity, including:
• Business development or sales professionals
• Sponsorship / partnership managers
• Marketing and advertising sales reps
• Individuals with deep ties to Houston’s business community
• Former athletes or alumni with strong local networks
Key Traits
• High-level relationship builder
• Self-starter with strong accountability
• Confident communicator and presenter
• Strong follow-through and professionalism
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on results
What You Gain
• Direct involvement in launching and scaling NIL at HCU
• Access to a growing athlete and university network
• Sales training within Axe’s NPI system
• Flexibility to operate independently
• Unlimited commission potential tied directly to performance
Compensation
• Commission-only structure
• Paid upon successful completion of NIL deals
• No base salary
• High upside based on network and execution
Requirements
• Ability to operate as an independent contractor
• Commitment to a one-year engagement
• Strong communication and consistency
• Willingness to follow Axe’s process and compliance structure
• Participation in monthly check-ins
Application Instructions
Submit your resume.
No cover letter required.
Apply tot his job
Apply To this Job