Springfield, MO - Missouri State University announced that is has agreed to a long-term agreement with Nelligan Sports Marketing (NSM) to exclusively represent the Missouri State University Corporate Sponsorship Program, as well as campus-wide, business-to-business opportunities.

"We are excited to be partnering with Nelligan Sports Marketing," said Missouri State University Director of Athletics, Kyle Moats. "Their unique understanding and record of success in maximizing revenue and exposure for athletic programs makes them a perfect fit to enhance and expand MSU's corporate partner program. We're looking forward to building a strong and successful relationship for many years to come," Moats went on to say.

"This is an exciting time for Missouri State University and our athletics program. As we continue to build and enhance the overall experience for our students, faculty, fans and alumni, it is critical that we maximize the marketing and revenue opportunities necessary for success. We are eager to work with NSM on campus-wide, business-to-business opportunities to help us reach our goals," said Missouri State President, Dr. Michael Nietzel.

"Kyle Moats has done an outstanding job in the short time he has been at Missouri State University," said NSM President & Chief Operating Officer, Tim Hofferth. "Kyle and the rest of the Missouri State University Athletic Department staff are building a program that all members of the University's student, alumni, fan and corporate communities can be proud of. We look forward to working with the University in developing the premier corporate sponsorship program in the country," added Hofferth.

Missouri State is the state's second-largest university, with more than 20,000 students. The University offers more than 150 undergraduate majors and 47 graduate programs. Nearly 90 percent of their 700 full-time faculty members have a doctorate or the highest degree in their field. Their students get the competitive edge through the state's largest internship program, which encourages employers throughout Missouri and the world to hire their graduates. Missouri State graduates have gone on to succeed at top graduate and professional schools across the country. The University's students experience college life at its best, with NCAA Division I athletics and more than 250 student organizations.

Nelligan Sports Marketing, Inc. provides sales and marketing expertise for sports properties worldwide. NSM is dedicated to building long-term relationships with clients through exceptional management of the properties represented and by maximizing revenue growth through their corporate relationships. In addition to Missouri State University, NSM represents some of the elite college properties in the country, including the Colonial Athletic Association and its 12 member institutions, the Horizon League, the Pac-10 Conference, the Patriot League, Brown University, UC Santa Barbara, Colorado State University, Eastern Michigan University, Fairfield University, Florida Atlantic University, Indiana State University, Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne, University of Louisville, Marquette University, Middle Tennessee State University, Monmouth University, University of Pennsylvania, Princeton University, Providence College, Rutgers University, West Virginia University, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, the Champs Sports Bowl, the Capital One Bowl and the Penn Relays.

For more information about Nelligan Sports Marketing, please visit www.nelligansports.com.

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