Last year, we had the privilege of partnering up with Montana Griz Football linebacker #37, Marcus Welnel. Not only was Marcus fun to watch on Saturdays, he was a great person to work with. We can’t say enough great things about him and wish him luck in all his future endeavors!
As we went into the 2023 season we signed 3 NIL contracts!!
This year we are partnered with Montana Griz Football players: safety #13 Ryder Meyer, running back #26 Nick Ostmo, and linebacker #37 Levi Janacaro!
What is an NIL?
NIL stands for Name, Image, and Likeness. Our Montana Grizzlies are working hard on the field and in class and not available to work during the semester. The NIL partnership allows businesses like us to compensate players while they fulfill their commitment to our brand.
How did we find our NIL partners?
Both Marcus Welnel and Ryder Meyer have spent past summers interning at our dealership. During their internship we were able to build relationships with these athletes that we wanted to continue to support. Ryder Meyer brought Levi Janacaro and Nick Ostmo in for a meeting and now we are proud to extend our partnership with multiple players.
What does this partnership mean?
We will team up with these athletes to create fun commercials and Facebook shorts, our NIL athletes will share our content on their personal pages, we will have in person appearances, and we will be rooting for each others success. You will find Lithia Ford of Missoula at every home game and cheering from home when our Montana Grizzlies are on the road.
For the first time, we offered the use of a vehicle during our contract instead of financial compensation. For the next few months you can spot Levi Janacaro on the road, driving around a two-door 2023 Bronco Badlands. A special thank you to Alpha Graphics for personalizing the rig with his number, 37.
We are proud to say “Lithia Ford of Missoula, proud sponsors of your Montana Grizzlies!”