Programs & Upcoming Events

Wisdom Foundation's Business of Basketball High School All-Star Invitational

March 19 & 20, 2025

LABCITY
2801 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205

Press Release: Carolina High School Athletes and Marvin Wilson's "Business of Basketball" Tournament Highlight NIL Opportunities

Charlotte, NC – February 2025 – As March Madness grips the nation, Carolina high school athletes are excelling, bolstered by opportunities from Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals. Concurrently, Marvin Wilson announces the "Business of Basketball," an elite high school tournament with LABCITY in Charlotte.

Record-Breaking Participation in High School Sports

The North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) reports a record 208,722 student-athletes, with significant growth across sports, including nearly 30,000 basketball participants.

March Madness Fever and NIL Opportunities

March Madness inspires Carolina high school athletes. NIL deals offer new opportunities, with an average value of $2,716 and total earnings reaching $21,331, allowing athletes to capitalize on their talents. Top basketball players are securing high-value endorsement deals with major brands, often reaching six-figure sums, especially for athletes with large social media followings. Additionally, the rise of NIL collectives and diverse revenue streams, such as partnerships with online gaming platforms, are further maximizing athletes' earning potential.

Marvin Wilson's "Business of Basketball" Tournament

Marvin Wilson, founder of the Wisdom Foundation, introduces "Business of Basketball" in Charlotte, featuring two days of networking, competition, and entertainment. Wilson's ventures, including EZTixx and Funding Credit, underscore his impact on Charlotte’s business and entertainment scenes.

Value of Business of Basketball Symposium

The "Business of Basketball" symposium is invaluable for student-athletes and parents in the age of NIL. Events like the NCAA Elite Student-Athlete Symposium have shown that such gatherings provide essential tools for navigating the transition to professional careers, including financial literacy, working with sports agents, and decision-making strategies. Additionally, the symposium offers networking opportunities with industry experts, former professional athletes, and NCAA staff, which are crucial for building a successful career in sports.

Contact Information: Marvin Wilson Founder Wisdomfoundationcinc@gmail.com (704) 975-8666 www.wisdom-foundation.com

Business and Basketball: More Than Just A Sport

Youth Programs| Events| Community

February 17, 2019•2 min read

Business and Basketball: More Than Just a Sport

Meta Marvin, founder and CEO of Wisdom Foundation and special guest join together and host

Charlotte, NC - On Saturday, February 16th, Wisdom Foundation and Heal Charlotte have partnered with local business leaders, and some of NBA’s greatest will host a unique opportunity for youth to learn about teamwork, business, philanthropy and entrepreneurship, while having an educational, yet enjoyable experience, at the Great Aunt Stella Center at 926 Elizabeth Ave.

Meta Marvin’s vision, is to infringe more than traditional thinking to future businessmen and athletes. It’s more than basketball, it’s about the community, building generational wealth, creating jobs and becoming well rounded community leaders.

Events will include a workshop at 6:30-7:15 pm with Kevin Butler, Ph.D and director of Pro Player Development & Scouting W.B.D.A, Former head coach , Phoenix Mercury, WNBA Assistant coach and Washington Wizards, NBA. Coach Butler will take time to empower and educate the youth on the importance of making good life choices, building basketball fundamentals, and developing skill set.

The workshop will be followed by at panel discussion from 7:30-8:30 pm with local business owners and youth. The reception will feature: Bluz, Charlotte Hornets Buzz Official Spokesperson and Legendary spoken word artist. The panel will focus on what it takes to mirror business with athleticism. Being able to integrate sports. Topics will include educational requirements, health and behavior, discipline, and civic involvement. Discussion will detail fundamentals relating to strategic financial planning for a career in sports. Marvin “Meta” Wilson Founder of Wisdom Foundation will facilitate the panel discussion which will also include Trevor Ruffin ( American professional basketball player, former player in the NBA- Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers and ABA), Leford Green (Jamaican Olympian) Jason Terrell (Educator and Executive Director of Profound Gentleman), Jorge Millares (Executive Director of Queen City Unity) and Kathleen Janus-author of “Social Start Up Success”, Antoinette Kerr, Author and Co-Owner of Bright and Bold Media and Daniel Sanford, 14 year old varsity player at Vance High school.

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