Bozeman, Montana (August 2024) – Basepath, the leading name, image and likeness (NIL) operations software provider for collectives, universities and college athletes, has officially been chosen as the exclusive NIL operations software provider for The Bobcat Collective, supporting Montana State University (MSU) athletes. Additionally to NIL operations software, Basepath is also providing the Bobcat Collective with membership software and services to manage fan subscriptions and donations.
The Bobcat Collective is dedicated to assisting MSU athletes by helping them build their brand and earn compensation through NIL deals. Supporters of the Bobcat Collective will gain access to exclusive events, autograph sessions, and more.
Basepath’s platform offers an integrated suite of features designed to simplify NIL management, which the Bobcat Collective will be leveraging to enhance their operations.
The Bobcat Collective will utilize Basepath’s athlete operations platform which includes streamlined contract management, automated task assignments, and smart contracts through a DocuSign integration. Additionally, compliance dashboards will help athletic department administrators maintain adherence to NCAA, conference, state, and federal regulations.
“Partnering with Basepath is a major step forward for the Bobcat Collective,” said Bobcat Collective Founder Brandon Vancleeve. “Basepath’s NIL management solutions will enable us to provide our athletes with the resources they need to excel in their athletic and academic pursuits, while allowing our supporters to benefit from unique experiences and engagements with our athletes.”
With Basepath’s membership management tools, the Bobcat Collective can seamlessly manage memberships, donations, and engagement activities. This feature includes streamlined donation and membership subscription links with a dashboard for administrators to easily view member information and manage payments. The software also allows for efficient communication using email and text campaign integrations. Combined with membership services to help grow the collective’s donations with marketing and fundraising strategies, Bobcat Collective will have the ability to scale their organization.
“We are excited to support the Bobcat Collective in enhancing NIL opportunities and operational efficiency for Montana State student-athletes,” said Thomas Thomas Jr., Co-Founder and CEO of Basepath. “Our platform is designed to provide the necessary tools and education for athletes to maximize their NIL potential while maintaining compliance and focusing on their overall development.”
About The Bobcat Collective
The Bobcat Collective is a fan-driven and alumni-led Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) program for Montana State University student-athletes, alumni, and fans. Committed to maximizing opportunities for student-athletes, the collective provides access to exclusive events, autograph sessions, and more, all while supporting the growth and success of Montana State athletics. For more information, visit bobcatcollective.com
About Basepath
Basepath is the leading NIL operations software provider, supporting over 70 collectives, universities, and college athletes across the nation. With solutions such as the Basepath Wallet, Admin Dashboard, and General Manager, Basepath streamlines NIL management, compliance, and financial literacy education. The platform is designed to facilitate seamless contract management, financial reporting, and content distribution, empowering student-athletes to maximize their NIL opportunities while focusing on their athletic and academic pursuits. For more information about Basepath, visit www.basepath.com or its social media pages on Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
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