July 4, 2023

The business of YOU | Sivonnia "Protector of Athletes" Debarros

The business of YOU | Sivonnia

Sivonnia DeBarros – the Protector of Athletes®– is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, a woman in business, and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros received her B.S. from the University of South Florida, a M.S. from Everest University, and her Juris Doctorate from Chicago-Kent College of Law. 

​DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes in business protect their brands through collaborative partnerships, education, and support necessary to carry them to the next level. DeBarros has represented athletes from the MLS, NFL, Pro-Table Tennis, NBA-G League, and Coaches, to name a few.

What we discussed:

  • Why athletes need legal protection
  • Why being cautious of people, even family members who could benefit from your success is a good thing
  • N.I.L.-The one thing you should be asking college coaches
  • Why athletes should see themselves as a business
  • What exactly is a NIL Combine?

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