Shaping the Future of NIL
FOR EVERYONE
Certifying the Future of College Sports
Tennessee’s Official NIL Certification Authority
NIL Compliance • Athlete Protection • Economic Equality
— Powered by Innovation & Integrity
Certifying the Future of College Sports Tennessee’s Official NIL Certification Authority NIL Compliance • Athlete Protection • Economic Equality — Powered by Innovation & Integrity
The Tennessee NIL Leadership & Innovation Commission (TNLIC) is dedicated to advancing Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) education, certification, and ethical practices and support for students, athletes, institutions, leaders, and stakeholders within Tennessee’s sports landscape.
The Commission’s mission is to empower athletes, colleges, universities, and agents through comprehensive programs, standards, and resources that promote transparency, equality, and leadership in the evolving NIL space.
TNLIC serves as the central hub for NIL education, cultural competency, and socio-economic development, ensuring that athletes and institutions navigate the complex NIL ecosystem with integrity and success.
Through strategic partnerships and cutting-edge technologies, the Commission advocates for responsible NIL practices that protect athlete rights while fostering growth in collegiate athletics and beyond.
Empowering Athletes,
Shaping the Future of NIL for all
Protecting Athletes. Empowering Supporters.
TNLIC exists to protect athletes—and the families, coaches, schools, and service providers who stand with them—through education, certification, ethical standards, and transparent practices. Please complete this short form below, so TNLIC can review your note and get back to you as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you and hope you choose to sow and grow with us!

