About Us
The OwlElite Fund
The OwlElite Fund is a for-profit collective that aims to enhance Temple University athletes market presence through NIL brand deals and partnerships, leveraging their name, image, and likeness. Founded by a former Temple University athlete, OwlElite Fund stands out as the only for-profit collective partnering along side other organizations to support the university's athletic department growth, marketability, impact, and future success.
Mission
Our mission is to empower Temple University athletes to harness their name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunities for sustainable business relationship growth and effective marketing endeavors. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive support, guidance, and resources to athletes, enabling them to cultivate meaningful partnerships, enhance their personal brands, and maximize their earning potential.
Owl Elite Fund
Press Release
Temple Alumni Launch For-Profit NIL Collective,
Empowering Temple University’s Student-Athletes
May 29, 2024, Philadelphia, PA – The Owl Elite Fund is proud to announce the launch
of their for-profit Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) collective to champion the rights and
interests of Temple University’s student-athletes. The Fund’s mission rests upon three
pillars: empowering student-athletes to take control of their futures; enabling them to
unlock the full potential of their NIL; and ensuring they receive the recognition and
compensation they deserve for their contributions to their respective sports and their
communities. To achieve its mission, the Owl Elite Fund aims to invest in resources in
brand management, marketing, and promotions; develop and sponsor programs to raise
proficiencies in compliance and legal and financial literacy; and spearhead community
building and networking programs to create opportunities for athletes.
The Owl Elite Fund is led by two Temple University alumni: Lou Parisi, the Fund’s
President and a former Temple student-athlete; and Jackie Dansak, Esq., the Fund’s
Director of Operations & General Counsel, and graduate of Temple Beasley School of
Law. Lou and Jackie have over thirty years of combined experience building products,
brands, and businesses for both start-ups and Fortune 50 companies alike.
In addition to his marketing expertise,
Lou brings insights from his experiences as a former NCAA athlete at Temple to the collective.
“By fostering a culture of entrepreneurship, education, and integrity, we aim to empower athletes to thrive both on and off the field, preparing them for lifelong success beyond their collegiate careers…driving positive impact, and fostering a community where excellence is not only celebrated but also leveraged for the betterment of individuals and the broader sports ecosystem.”
Jackie, an attorney at Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld LLC and a long-time advocate for
the rights of those in the sports and creative industries, notes, “I’m thrilled to be in a
position to mentor and guide student-athletes through this exciting and exploding field of
opportunity, while at the same time creating initiatives and building relationships to
enrich and benefit Temple’s entire athletics program.”
Delivering on its promise to invest in student-athlete success, the Owl Elite Fund
recently signed a one-year partnership with strategic marketing firm, Innovative New
Media. Christine Wamsley, Chief Operating Officer of Innovative New Media, states
“We at Innovative New Media are thrilled to be working with the Owl Elite Fund.
Together, we aim to cultivate monetization strategies for Temple University
student-athletes through brand deals and targeted campaigns, championing the
success of every Owl athlete and ensuring they get the most out of NIL opportunities.”
Arthur Johnson, Temple’s Vice President and Debbie and Stanley Lefkowitz ‘65 Director
of Athletics, sings high praise for the initiative. “The formation of the Owl Elite Fund is an
important event in the rich history of Temple Athletics. We are grateful for Lou Parisi’s
leadership in stepping up to spearhead this venture and we are excited to see the
impact of the Owl Elite Fund on the experiences of Temple’s student-athletes.” Johnson
further notes, “The collaboration between the Owl Elite Fund and Innovative New Media
creates a formidable partnership that will be well-positioned to assist businesses of all
sizes looking to engage Temple student-athletes in name, image, and likeness activities.
From the Owl Elite Fund and the TUFF Fund to Temple’s new multi-media rights holder,
Van Wagner, the future of NIL is bright on Broad St.”
About the Owl Elite Fund:
The Owl Elite Fund is the only for-profit collective endorsed by the Temple University
athletics department. In cooperation with the school’s non-profit collective, the TUFF
Fund (tuff-fund.com), the Owl Elite Fund aims to provide opportunities for brands and
businesses to support the growth, impact, and success of Temple University’s athletics program and its student athletes.
For more information about the Owl Elite Fund, please visit www.owlelitefund.com.
For media, sponsorship, and endorsement inquiries, please email us at
info@owlelitefund.com
About Innovative New Media:
Innovative New Media is a strategic marketing company focusing on NIL opportunities
by bringing together brands, collectives, and student-athletes to enhance and create
sustainable revenue flow for the student-athlete. For more information about INM,
please visit https://innovativenewmedia.agency/.
Our Culture
By fostering a culture of entrepreneurship, education, and integrity, we aim to empower athletes to thrive both on and off the field, preparing them for lifelong success beyond their collegiate careers. Through strategic collaboration and innovative initiatives, the OwlElite Fund is committed to shaping the future of NIL opportunities for Temple University athletes, driving positive impact, and fostering a community where excellence is not only celebrated but also leveraged for the betterment of individuals and the broader sports ecosystem.