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National Basketball Retired Players Association

National Basketball Retired Players Association. About the NBRPA.

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National Basketball Retired Players Association

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  1. National Basketball Retired Players Association

  2. About the NBRPA • Founded in 1992 by NBA legends and visionaries Dave Bing, Archie Clark, Dave Cowens, Oscar Robertson and the late Dave DeBusschere, the National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA) is a non-profit association (501c3) comprised of former professional basketball players from the NBA, ABA and Harlem Globetrotters. The NBRPA is led by a eleven person Board of Directors including Board President, Bob Elliott, Thurl Bailey, Otis Birdsong, Harvey Catchings, James Donaldson, Steve Hayes,, LaRue Martin, Johnny Newman, Marvin Roberts, Danny Schayesand George Tinsley. • The NBRPA’s mission is to develop, implement and advocate an array of programs to benefit its members, sponsors and the community. As ambassadors to the sport of basketball, the NBRPA promotes the game through clinics, camps and other grassroots initiatives in the United States and abroad. • The NBRPA markets its charitable endeavors in the community through its’ Legends Care™ initiative.

  3. NBRPA Core Assets

  4. NBRPA Membership The NBRPA’s membership includes 42 of the most iconic players in NBA history. Some of the latest additions to our growing membership: Michael Jordan | Alonzo Mourning | Robert Horry Muggsy Bogues | Sean Elliott | Jay Williams

  5. NBRPA Membership Information Members

  6. NBRPA Membership Geographic Information Midwest 23.32% East 18.69% West 26.81% South 31.18%

  7. NBRPA National Locations and Chapter Cities The NBRPA’s membership is geographically diverse across the United States with concentrations in its’ national locations and chapter cities.

  8. Legends Care™ Legends Care™is the charitable arm of the NBRPA. Legends Care is dedicated to youth basketball and educational programs in addition to addressing several social and economic issues facing our membership and the community. The NBRPA dedicates itself to enhancing youth programs, providing scholarships and delivering social responsibility. Legends Care has also partnered with current NBA player’s foundations including the Chris Paul Foundation.

  9. NBRPA’s Cornerstone Events The NBRPA has two cornerstone events over the course of the year, NBA All-Star Weekend and the Legends World Sports Conference. Additionally, the NBRPA partners with other organizations on one-off events across the country throughout the year. NBA All-Star Weekend • All-Star Golf Classic • Love & Basketball Gala (in partnership with Behind the Bench) • Legends Care Basketball Clinic • Member’s Meeting • ESPN Movie Premier • Legends Brunch • All-Star Lounge (open all weekend) Legends World Sports Conference • Legends Welcome Reception • Keynote Speakers • Sponsored Workshop Sessions • Legends Care Basketball Clinic • Legends Happy Hour • Legends Lounge • Member’s Breakfast and Lunch

  10. NBA All-Star Weekend Highlights The NBRPA played host to 200+ NBA Retired Players during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, CA from February 17-20, 2011. With a myriad of activities, the NBA Retired Players enjoyed the host city and worked with our partners and sponsors to build brand, create local market awareness and develop business relationships. All-Star Weekend Event Highlights • All-Star Golf Classic – A list Legends James Worthy, Elgin Baylor, Julius Erving, George Gervin, Moses Malone, Alonzo Mourning , Artis Gilmore and many others took part in this charity golf outing to benefit The Chris Paul Foundation, The Mario Batali Foundation and Legends Care™. The event provided donors with a unique opportunity to interact and play golf with the Legends of the game.   • Love & Basketball Gala - The NBRPA and Behind the Bench (NBA Wives Association) hosted an exclusive event for current NBA players, NBRPA members and their spouses as well as select sponsors and guests. This event was an ideal opportunity for sponsors and partners to connect with each group in an intimate setting. The event raised funds for both organizations. • The NBRPA in partnership with the NBA held the 13th annual Legends Brunch on All-Star Sunday. The private, invitation only event draws a who’s who of the game's legendary players. This is the most sought after event of the weekend, it’s strictly invite only. The Legends Brunch provides a great opportunity to reminisce with the greatest figures in sports history.  In addition the Legends Brunch is televised live on NBA TV.

  11. Legends World Sports Conference Highlights The Legends World Sports Conference (LWSC) was created to assist former players in enhancing their presence as business and community leaders and ambassadors for the game of basketball. The LWSC features a comprehensive three-day conference on topics ranging from Social Media, Coaching Opportunities, Finance and Investments, Health and Wellness as well as a Speakers Bureau forum. The program includes in-depth panel discussions, company presentations, workshop sessions, a sponsor showcase and more. The conference is designed to encourage the Legends themselves to share their experiences with one another and NBRPA sponsors and partners in a private setting. Benefits • Direct Access to Basketball Legends • National Reach and Local Appeal • Speaking Opportunities • Deliver Messaging • Relationship Building • Custom Activations • Branding and Signage Elements • Legends Lounge – Showcase Your Company • Workshop Sessions • Interactive Panel Discussions • Sponsor Visibility • Promotional Opportunities • Entertainment

  12. Partnering with the NBRPA Partnering with the NBRPA can provide your company/brand with a variety of opportunities to custom fit your business needs:

  13. Arnie Fielkow Scott Roskind • CEO EVP, Marketing & Strategic Alliances • C: 504-905-9025 C: 914-980-8431 • afielkow@legendsofbasketbal.comsroskind@legendsofbasketball.com • www.legendsofbasketball.com

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