Author: Clay Bollinger
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College athletics is in the midst of its most transformative decade. NIL, revenue sharing, private equity, and digital disruption aren’t just headlines — they’re redefining how departments must operate. In this edition of Spotlight Insights, I’m breaking down the mindset…
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For years, college sports content revolved around team brands—highlights, press conferences, and behind-the-scenes clips curated by institutions. But the game has changed. Today, fans want unfiltered access to the athletes themselves. Authenticity, relatability, and personal connection are driving engagement in…
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Sports media is evolving rapidly, and the traditional methods of sponsorship and monetization are no longer enough. Today’s athletic departments must embrace a new mindset: brands don’t simply want to “support” your business, they demand direct access to engaged audiences.…
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How do you incorporate sponsored content into your college athletics strategy WITHOUT making it feel forced? Too many athletic departments treat sponsorships like a box to check — slapping a logo on a highlight or forcing an ad into content…
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Welcome to the first edition of Spotlight Insights, my new weekly blog series here at Spotlight Creative Solutions. Each day on LinkedIn, I’m sharing ideas, sparking conversations, and exploring trends around creative strategy in the college athletics space, but those…
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