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Commercial Real Estate Student Development

Empowering Student-Athletes to Build Careers in Commercial Real Estate

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Who We Are

Empowering Student-Athletes to Build Careers in Commercial Real Estate.

Our Mission is to educate and empower student-athletes for successful careers in commercial real estate after their sports journeys end—enabling them to create as much impact in business as they have in sports.

BL Next is more than a program—it’s a movement. We provide the education, mentorship, networking opportunities, and career placements necessary for athletes to succeed in commercial real estate.

About Us

Student-Athlete Testimonials

"BL Next not only equipped me with the resources to enhance my technical skills, but also offered a valuable opportunity to expand my network and connect with others who share similar backgrounds."

 

Michael Jankovich '23
The University of Kansas, Basketball

"BL Next has significantly enhanced my technical skills for a successful future in real estate."

 

Will Mead '25
College of the Holy Cross, Rowing

"If you are a student-athlete interested in real estate, I highly recommend applying for the BL Next program! "

 

Alma De Miguel Evuna Eki '26
University of Pittsburgh , Track & Field

"The BL Next program has been a transformative experience for me as l navigate my senior year of college."

 

Irene Ngabonziza '25
Villanova University, Football

"BL Next program hasn’t just taught me skills – it’s given me the confidence to know I can handle whatever challenges come my way in the dynamic world of real estate."

 

Garrett Williams '25
Fordham University, Football

"BL Next cares about helping and empowering student-athletes to bring the skills they have learned on the field into the office."

 

John Collins '25
Middlebury College / East Carolina University, Baseball

"BL Next has provided me with an array of resources to expand my network and deepen my knowledge and skills in the real estate industry. "

 

Conor McCabe '25
Marquette University, Marquette University

Our Corporate Partners

Our Corporate Partners play a pivotal role in shaping the future of commercial real estate by empowering talented, disciplined athletes. A few of our partners include:
And Many More

BL NEXT WEBINAR SERIES

SPRING 2026

"Impact of AI on the Real Estate Industry"

Date: Wednesday, may 13 at 5 PM EST
Speakers: Leonard Allen-Smith (Allen Smith Equities), Nicco Lupo (JLL), Zachary Shapiro (RealQuant)

Moderated by Spencer Burton (CRE Agents | Adventures in CRE)

REGISTER HERE

Past webinar speakers include