Make A Play Foundation
Lawrence Erekosima is the Founder and CEO of Black X, an influencer marketing agency focused on amplifying diverse voices, especially within the Black community, through tailored campaigns. Erekosima is also a member of ForbesBLK, a platform aimed at fostering a global community of Black entrepreneurs and leaders driving systemic change. With a strong background in law, including experience as a student attorney at The University of Alabama School of Law, Erekosima has provided legal guidance in copyright, trademark, and nonprofit matters. Previous roles include board member and co-chair of marketing for the Make A Play Foundation, legal intern positions at National Geographic and Sitecore, and co-founder of the Scholar-Athlete Association, which supports athletes transitioning to law school. Erekosima earned a JD and LL.M. in Business Transactions from The University of Alabama School of Law, following a dual bachelor's degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice from The University of Alabama.
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Make A Play Foundation
Make A Play Foundation ("MAP") is a non-profit organization that prepares underrepresented athletes for executive careers in competitive industries. We have designed a "Fall Forward Plan" that leverages our 5C's of career development, coaching, community, competition, and curriculum to prepare our Fellows for impactful entry-level roles. Over the next year, we will be fundraising to support the development of our undergraduate ("Training Camp" and "D-League") and post-graduate career training programs ("MAPPA" and "Premier League"). MAP Training Camp A two-month pre-professionalism course for athletes entering their sophomore year at an accredited college or university. 100% of Training Camp Fellows graduated to the D-League in 2020. MAP Development League ("D-League") A twelve-month professional development fellowship for athletes entering their junior year at an accredited college or university. 100% of D-League Fellows secured internships and fellowships at Fortune 500 companies and Vault 100 law firms in 2020. MAP Players Association ("MAPPA") The official alumni network for D-League Fellows interested in pursuing careers in Finance, Front Office Management, or Law. 100% of MAPPA Trainees receive specialized training from industry experts in at least one discipline. MAP Premier League A three-month postbaccalaureate fellowship for ex-athletes that have graduated from an accredited college or university. 75% of our Premier League Fellows received full-time offers from Deloitte in 2021.