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Project Love Chicago, 811 West Fulton Market, Chicago, IL (2026)

03/15/2025

💫Introducing Our Fireside Chat Panelist: Chase Adams! 🏀

From state champion to YouTube sensation, has turned his basketball skills into a powerful personal brand. With over 16M views on his viral highlight reel, he’s a master of branding, NIL, and influencer marketing.

Chase has built a personal brand that’s now a blueprint for student-athletes looking to maximize their NIL potential. At the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit, he’ll share insights on leveraging branding and digital influence to turn athletic success into financial freedom.

🚀Achievements:

💥 16M YouTube views – Gained global recognition from his viral highlight reel

🏆 2018 IHSA State Champion – Led Orr Academy to an Illinois 2A State Championship

⛹🏽‍♂️ Collegiate Standout – Impacted Portland, Salt Lake Community College, and Jackson State University with record setting performances

🌍 Pro Basketball Star – Scored 50 points in China, proving his game translates globally

🏅2025 BAL Combine MVP – Dominated at the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Combine

😎Fashion Nova Men Ambassador – Secured a partnership with Fashion Nova Men

❤️‍🔥 Collaboration with Project LOVE Chicago

Chase has been a dedicated supporter, using his platform to uplift young athletes. From playing in our Project Gratitude Charity Basketball Game, raising funds for scholarships, to speaking at our Life After Basketball Camp, Chase has been inspiring the next generation. We’re grateful for his continued support. 🙏🏾

🧠 What You’ll Learn at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit ❤️‍🔥

✅ How to leverage NIL and influencer marketing for earning potential
✅ Turning social media and branding into financial success
✅ Securing brand partnerships and sponsorship deals

📢 Chase Adams has proven that your brand is just as valuable as your game.

Meet Chase Adams at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit! ❤️‍🔥
📅 Date: March 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Bank of America Tower, Chicago

🚨 SPOTS ARE LIMITED! DM us NOW to register and learn from Chase and other NIL leaders!

03/14/2025

🚀 Introducing Our Fireside Chat Panelist: Jalen Coleman-Lands! 🏀🔥

We’re honored to have , NCAA National Champion, NIL entrepreneur, and financial literacy advocate, join us at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit!

Jalen’s journey—from high school phenom to collegiate standout to business leader—makes him the perfect guide for student-athletes on leveraging NIL, building wealth, and preparing for life beyond sports.

🏀 Basketball Achievements:
 📍 La Lumiere – Ranked 38th nationally  🏅 Jordan Brand Classic 2015  🍔 McDonald’s All-American Nominee 🎓 Played for Illinois, DePaul, Iowa State & Kansas 🏆 2022 NCAA National Champion with Kansas Jayhawks 🎯 Scored 1,500+ career points 💰 Used NIL deals in college to set up long-term success

💡 Financial Literacy & NIL Success:
 🔹 Founder of Athelites House – Nonprofit educating athletes on finance & career planning 🔹 Founder of FigurePrint – Platform helping young athletes with financial literacy 🔹 NIL & Business Expert – Transitioned from athlete to entrepreneur, focusing on branding & investment

Collaboration with Project LOVE Chicago: Jalen has mentored youth at our camps on financial literacy & career planning. His real-world experience and passion for mentorship make him a powerful voice in shaping the future of student-athletes.

🧠 What You’ll Learn from Jalen:
 ✅ Leveraging NIL to build wealth ✅ Transitioning from sports to a professional career ✅ Managing money, building credit & investing ✅ Personal branding & entrepreneurship ✅ Networking & building long-term relationships

📢 Meet Jalen at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit!

📅 Tuesday, March 25, 2025 ⏰ 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM 📍 Bank of America Tower Chicago

🚨 SPOTS ARE LIMITED! DM us NOW to register & secure your seat! 🔥

03/13/2025

🔥 Meet Our Fireside Chat Panelist: Jaylan Bailey! 🎙🏈

We’re excited to welcome , Area Leader of Marketing for , to the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit!

With a background in brand marketing, strategic partnerships, and community engagement, Jaylan will share insider knowledge on what brands look for in NIL athletes and how to monetize your brand.

Before becoming a key decision-maker in NIL partnerships, Jaylan was a standout college athlete at Georgetown College, where he earned:

🏈 USA College Football NAIA All-American honors (2015)
🏈 2x All-Conference Selection (2014-2015)
 Jaylan brings firsthand experience in transitioning from athlete to sports marketing professional. Now, he’s using his expertise to create NIL opportunities at Raising Cane’s!

💼 Marketing & NIL Leadership
 📢 Leads Raising Cane’s marketing in South Chicagoland & NW Indiana 📢 Develops local marketing strategies & NIL partnerships 📢 Scouting student-athletes for potential NIL deals!

🔥 What You’ll Learn from Jaylan:
 ✅ How brands evaluate NIL talent ✅ What makes athletes stand out for sponsorships ✅ Maximizing NIL deals & long-term opportunities

📅 Date: March 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM 📍 Location: Bank of America Tower Chicago

🚨 SPOTS ARE LIMITED! DM us NOW to register and connect with Jaylan for potential NIL opportunities!

03/12/2025

🚨Introducing Our Fireside Chat Moderator: Kalia Butler!🎙

We’re thrilled to welcome Kalia Butler as the moderator for our Fireside Chat at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit! Kalia is a rising star in sports journalism, bringing extensive experience covering some of the biggest moments in sports and beyond.

🔥 Where You’ve Seen Kalia Butler

🎥 WCIU Sports – Sideline Reporter for the Chicago Public League Basketball City Championships
🏀 IHSA Sports Coverage – Reporter for the Illinois Basketball State Tournament
🎙 ACC Network Extra – Women’s Basketball Analyst
📰 Sports Illustrated – Beat Reporter covering Syracuse Women’s Volleyball & Men’s Basketball
📻 ESPN Radio – Co-host of Beneath the Jersey, a show highlighting athletes beyond the game
📱 Syracuse University Athletics – Creator of Cuse Top Headlines weekly recap videos

🎙 Kalia’s Playbook: Covering the Game On & Off the Court

Kalia is also the host of her own podcast, Kalia’s Playbook, where she dives deep into the world of sports, storytelling, and athlete branding. She recently featured former NBA veteran and basketball media personality Quentin Richardson.

📍 Kalia’s Path to the Sideline

🏆 Master’s Student at Syracuse University – Broadcast & Digital Journalism (Sports Media Track)

🎤 NABJ Graduate Vice President – Syracuse Chapter��🏈 Sports Broadcasting Intern at WPRI-TV – Covered New England Patriots Training Camp

🌭 Chicago Roots & Basketball Excellence

🏀 DePaul Women’s Basketball Team Manager (2020-2023)
�🏀 Chicago Bulls Team Assistant (2021-2023)

Kalia’s journey from DePaul to the Bulls to national sports media showcases her dedication to the game, storytelling, and athlete empowerment. Her insights will bring incredible energy to our Fireside Chat, giving student-athletes a deeper understanding of NIL, branding, and media exposure.

📢 Don’t miss the chance to hear from Kalia Butler LIVE at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit!

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025�⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM�📍 Location: Bank of America Tower Chicago

🚨 SPOTS ARE LIMITED! DM us NOW to register and secure your spot!

03/11/2025

🚀 Elevate Your NIL Game with Crowned Skin! ✨🧴
skin is redefining grooming with science-backed skincare products designed to boost confidence and attractiveness. Their pheromone-infused body butters and oils not only provide intense moisture but also enhance your natural allure.

💡 Why This Matters for YOU:

✅ Exclusive opportunity to secure an NIL deal with Crowned Skin
✅ Network directly with brand representatives seeking new talent
✅ Learn how to enhance your personal brand with premium grooming products
✅ Gain insights into effective brand partnerships and sponsorships

🔥 Who’s Ready to Partner with Crowned Skin?

Crowned Skin is actively seeking student-athletes for NIL partnerships! DM us NOW to register and secure your chance to connect with them! SPOTS ARE LIMITED! 🚨

💥 Meet Crowned Skin at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit! ❤️‍🔥

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Bank of America Tower Chicago

Secure Your NIL Deal with Crowned Skin! ✨🧴

👀 STUDENT-ATHLETES! Ready to elevate your game and personal brand? Crowned Skin is seeking new ambassadors at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit! ❤️‍🔥

Are you ready to become a Crowned Skin ambassador?

03/11/2025

🚀 Create Your Own Adventure with SVI Sportswear! 🏀

is revolutionizing athletic apparel with custom, high-quality uniforms and gear designed to help athletes build their brand. With quick turnaround times and premium designs, SVI empowers student-athletes to stand out on and off the court.

🔥 Who’s Already Rocking SVI?

🏀 Jeff Teague – NBA Champion
🏀 George Hill – NBA Veteran
🏀 Trey Lyles – NBA Forward
🏀 Jake LaRavia – NBA Player
🏀 Kyle Guy – NBA Guard
🏈 Chris Evans – NFL Running Back
🏈 JuJu Brents – NFL Cornerback

💡 Why This Matters for YOU:

✅ Connect with SVI reps
✅ NIL partnership opportunities with SVI
✅ Access to custom apparel
✅ Learn how to monetize your NIL

📢 SVI is looking for the next wave of NIL athletes! If you’re a student-athlete, team, or organization, DM us NOW to claim your spot. 🚨 SPOTS ARE LIMITED!

💥 Meet SVI Sportswear at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Summit!
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Bank of America Tower Chicago

📲 DM us NOW to register before it’s too late!

Get in the Game with SVI!

👀 Student-athletes! What’s stopping you from securing your next NIL deal? Are you ready to level up your NIL game?

03/08/2025

🚀 Fueling the Future of NIL Athletes: Meet GoodSport®! 💧🏆
  is empowering student-athletes with exclusive NIL opportunities and elite-level hydration! At the NIL Financial Literacy Summit, they’ll reveal how you can secure brand partnerships and optimize your performance with proper hydration.

🔥 Who’s Already Powered by GoodSport®?
 🏀 Chicago Sky – Official hydration partner of the WNBA champions 🏈 Jonathan Owens – Pro football player & ambassador 🏈 Jake Ferguson – Pro football player & ambassador 🏈 Terron Armstead – Pro football player & ambassador 🏀 Thaddeus Young – Pro basketball player & ambassador 💪 Ann Crosby – Strength & conditioning coach for the Chicago Sky ⚽ Dallas Soccer Alliance – Promoting soccer across Greater Dallas

💡 Why This Matters for YOU:
 ✅ Land NIL deals with top companies like GoodSport® ✅ Gain insider knowledge from elite athletes and brand leaders ✅ Fuel your game with science-backed hydration

📢 DON’T MISS OUT on this exclusive opportunity! If you’re a student-athlete, team, or organization, DM us NOW to claim your spot. 🚨 SPOTS ARE LIMITED!

💥 Meet GoodSport® at the Project LOVE Chicago NIL Financial Literacy Summit! ❤️‍🔥
 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM 📍 Location: Bank of America Tower Chicago

📩 DM us NOW to claim your spot before it’s too late! 🚀

📢 STUDENT-ATHLETES: READY TO SECURE YOUR NIL DEAL? 💰🤑

🚨 Spots are LIMITED for the NIL Financial Literacy Summit! Don’t miss this exclusive chance to connect with top brands like GoodSport®, learn how to land NIL deals, and gain game-changing financial knowledge!

Are you registered yet?

03/07/2025

🚨STUDENT-ATHLETES SEEKING NIL DEALS!🚨

Your brand is your business—learn how to maximize it! 📈

Join Project LOVE Chicago’s NIL Summit and take control of your financial future. ❤️‍🔥

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 25th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM 📍 Location: Bank of America Tower Chicago

🔥 What’s in It for You?
 ✅ EXCLUSIVE access to top NIL brand deals ✅ FIRESIDE CHAT with elite athletes who’ve mastered NIL ✅ NIL Financial Literacy Workshop led by Bank of America & Merrill ✅ Sports Therapy Session on mental health & athlete wellness

🚀 Spots are VERY limited! If you’re a student-athlete, team, or organization, DM us NOW to secure your spot!

Are You Ready to Secure Your NIL Bag? 🤑🤑🤑

02/27/2025

Missed tryouts? Here’s your second chance. is looking for the best of the best to compete at the highest level in AAU basketball. If you couldn’t attend due to prior commitments, this is your final opportunity to showcase your skills and earn a spot on the team.

📆 Date: Saturday, March 1st

📍Location: Pullman Center - 10355 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

⛹️‍♂️ Age Groups: 13U & 14U (If you are in 8th grade, you must play 14U)

This final tryout will determine our official roster. If you or someone you know would be a great asset to the team, don’t miss this opportunity. AAU is extremely competitive, and we are here to compete at the highest level.

Register now to secure your spot. 🏆

01/10/2025

🚨 Attention students! 🚨

Looking to boost your financial literacy, learn better money habits, and explore career opportunities in finance? Don’t miss Project LOVE Chicago’s No Days Off event, featuring Bank of America, Merrill, and Rapunzl Investments!

🗓 Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
🕘 Time: 9 AM - 1 PM
📍 Location: Bank of America Tower

💼 Learn about managing your money, building wealth, and financial literacy from industry experts.

📈 Plus, join Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient Myles Gage for a guided activity on stock investing—and gain insights into making smarter financial decisions!

Don’t miss the chance to engage in career panels, breakout sessions, an office tour, and guided activities, all while setting yourself up for an internship opportunity in the finance world!

🍕Lunch will be provided!

Secure your spot today! 💥

12/18/2024

RAISE SOME DOUGH for Project LOVE Chicago!🥖🥗

We're partnering with Panera Bread for a special fundraiser, and we need YOU to help us make a difference! ❤️‍🔥

📅 Date: December 21, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: 2420 N Halsted Ave, Chicago, IL

Enjoy a delicious meal at Panera, and 30% of your order will be donated to Project LOVE Chicago to support youth career development & mentorship, academic enrichment programs, and access to mental health resources! 🙌🏽

Whether you're dining in, picking up, or getting delivery, you can help just by eating! 🥙🥯

🛒 How to Participate:

1. Visit Panera at the event location and use code “FUND4U” at the register.
2. Use code FUND4U online at panderabread.com.
3. Use code “FUND4U” in the Panera App.
4. Spread the word and invite your friends! ❤️‍🔥

Let’s raise some dough together and fuel the next generation of leaders in Chicago! 🙏🏽

12/18/2024

RAISE SOME DOUGH for Project LOVE Chicago!🥖🥗

We're partnering with Panera Bread for a special fundraiser, and we need YOU to help us make a difference! ❤️‍🔥

📅 Date: December 21, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: 2420 N Halsted Ave, Chicago, IL

Enjoy a delicious meal at Panera, and 30% of your order will be donated to Project LOVE Chicago to support youth career development & mentorship, academic enrichment programs, and access to mental health resources! 🙌🏽

Whether you're dining in, picking up, or getting delivery, you can help just by eating! 🥙🥯

🛒 How to Participate:

1. Visit Panera at the event location and use code “FUND4U” at the register.
2. Use code FUND4U online at panderabread.com.
3. Use code “FUND4U” in the Panera App.
4. Spread the word and invite your friends! ❤️‍🔥

Let’s raise some dough together and fuel the next generation of leaders in Chicago! 🙏🏽

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