This NIL4U Podcast episode is all about NIL software to help in the process of the new collegiate sports era we are now in. We feature the Co-Founder & CEO at Basepath, Thomas Thomas, Jr. Basepath is a NIL operations software company that streamlines NIL activity between fans, collectives, universities, and student-athletes. Basepath automates tasks, contracts, communication, and finances for NIL stakeholders and student-athletes.
00:00:06 - Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:00:41 - Trent's Greetings and Introduction of Thomas Thomas Jr.
00:01:02 - Thomas Thomas Jr.'s Introduction
00:01:18 - Where to Find BasePath
00:01:33 - BasePath's Role in the NIL Community
00:02:05 - BasePath's Focus on Serving Collectives
00:03:46 - Special Offer: Free NIL Wallet from BasePath
00:04:47 - The Genesis of BasePath
00:07:10 - NIL for Good: Shake Shack and Altius Campaign
00:08:18 - Discussion on NIL for Good and Athlete Education
00:09:21 - The Importance of Alumni Networks Post-Graduation
00:11:16 - Alumni Direct's Role in Networking
00:12:19 - Thomas's Alumni Experience
00:13:30 - Mental Health and the Transfer Portal
00:16:17 - The Complexities of the Transfer Portal
00:19:13 - Transfer Portal Time Periods
00:20:03 - Revenue Sharing in College Athletics
00:23:48 - NIL Academy Education Promotion
00:24:44 - Revenue Sharing Model Discussion
00:25:51 - Thomas's Perspective on Revenue Sharing
00:29:21 - The Inevitability of Revenue Sharing in College Sports
00:31:03 - Arkansas Edge Launch Powered by BasePath
00:32:27 - NIL for Good and Community Impact
00:32:40 - Thomas's Tips on NIL Collectives and BasePath
00:33:07 - Consolidation of NIL Collectives
00:34:20 - Benefits of BasePath for NIL Collectives
00:35:57 - The Benefit of the NIL Wallet for Student Athletes
00:36:38 - Closing Remarks and Thanks to Guest