Alex Essex is the founder of Next Level NIL and an NFLPA‑certified Contract Advisor who believes every athlete deserves a seat at the negotiating table. After earning his J.D. from Georgia State University as an Attorney’s Guarantee Scholar and advising Fortune 500 clients in civil litigation and corporate law, Alex decided it was time to grow his impact. Grounded in his own experience as a former tackle at the University of Georgia (2014-2018) - Next Level NIL was created to take athlete representation to new heights.

Some notable accomplishments include:

• Negotiating more than $1.2 million in NIL deals across every major NCAA conference

• Crafting tailored endorsement and partnership packages, leveraging data‑driven market analysis and a deep network of brand relationships

• Establishing a best‑in‑class framework for compliance, transparency, and athlete education in an evolving regulatory environment

Beyond campus, Alex and his team leverages their expertise to guide pro-prospects and seasoned veterans through combine prep, draft strategy, free agency, and contract extensions.

Whether you’re just starting your athletic journey or stepping into the professional ranks, Next Level NIL is here for you every step of the way.