OUR STORY

Revolutionizing Athlete Branding with AI

We're on a mission to empower every athlete with their own AI Agent, transforming how athletes build and monetize their personal brands in the digital era.

Our Mission

"Empower every athlete with their own AI Agent"

At FanWorld.AI, we believe that every athlete deserves the opportunity to build and monetize their personal brand, regardless of their sport, level, or resources. Our mission is to democratize access to sophisticated brand management tools through AI technology, creating a more equitable landscape for athletes in the digital era.

AI-Powered Representation

Create personalized AI agents that authentically represent each athlete's unique voice, style, and values.

Time Freedom

Free athletes to focus on their sport while their AI agent handles content creation, fan engagement, and brand building.

Monetization Opportunities

Unlock the full financial potential of NIL rights through strategic partnerships, content monetization, and digital products.

Democratized Access

Make sophisticated brand management accessible to all athletes, not just those with large followings or resources.

Our Origin Story

FanWorld.AI was born from a simple observation: athletes were spending more time managing their social media presence than training for their sport.

Our founder, a former collegiate athlete turned tech entrepreneur, witnessed firsthand how the emergence of NIL rights created both unprecedented opportunities and overwhelming challenges for student-athletes.

While the ability to monetize their Name, Image, and Likeness opened new doors, it also created a significant burden. Athletes were suddenly expected to be content creators, social media managers, brand strategists, and business negotiators—all while maintaining their athletic and academic commitments.

The solution became clear: what if we could create AI agents that could handle the time-consuming aspects of brand building while maintaining each athlete's authentic voice and style?

This insight led to the founding of FanWorld.AI in 2022, with a mission to empower athletes to build their brands without sacrificing their primary focus on athletic excellence.

FanWorld.AI Founder

Why This Matters Now

The NIL and influencer era has fundamentally changed the economics of sports. An athlete's earning potential is no longer limited to their performance on the field—it's increasingly tied to their digital presence and personal brand.

For the first time in history, athletes at all levels have the opportunity to monetize their personal brand. However, without the right tools and support, this opportunity remains inaccessible to most. FanWorld.AI is changing that by democratizing access to sophisticated brand management through AI.

Our Leadership Team

FanWorld.AI brings together experts from sports technology, artificial intelligence, and marketing to create a platform that truly understands the unique challenges and opportunities of athlete branding.

Rajesh Vankayalapati

Rajesh Vankayalapati

Founder & CEO

Rajesh Vankayalapati

Founder & CEO

AI Engineer with 20+ years of experience in Generative AI technology. Previously founded Sports Gaming Tech startup acquired by major media company.

Expertise:

Sports Technology
Entrepreneurship
NIL Strategy

Our Vision & Roadmap

FanWorld.AI is building the future of athlete branding and digital identity. Our vision extends beyond NIL management to create a comprehensive ecosystem that connects athletes, brands, and fans in meaningful and profitable ways.

Foundation

2022

FanWorld.AI founded with a mission to empower athletes through AI

  • Company founded by former collegiate athlete and tech entrepreneur
  • Seed funding secured from sports tech investors
  • Initial AI prototype developed for content generation

Athlete Focus

2023

Launch of core platform for collegiate athletes

  • Beta launch with select NCAA D1 athletes
  • NIL Manager and AI Branding Agent products released
  • Partnerships with major universities and athletic departments

Expansion

2024

Scaling to more athletes and expanding product offerings

  • Platform expansion to all collegiate sports
  • Launch of Athlete Website Generator
  • Integration with major social platforms and content marketplaces

Brand Integration

2025

Building the brand-athlete marketplace

  • Launch of Brand Portal for sponsorship matching
  • AI-powered campaign management and analytics
  • Expansion to professional athletes and international markets

Fan Engagement

2026

Connecting athletes directly with fans

  • Fan subscription and membership platform
  • Personalized fan engagement through AI
  • Digital collectibles and exclusive content marketplace

Global Ecosystem

2027+

Creating a complete sports commerce ecosystem

  • Global expansion across all sports
  • Decentralized athlete brand ownership platform
  • Comprehensive sports commerce ecosystem

The Future of Athlete Branding

Our long-term vision is to create a world where every athlete, regardless of their sport or level, has access to the tools they need to build and monetize their personal brand. We believe that AI will fundamentally transform the relationship between athletes, brands, and fans, creating new opportunities for all stakeholders.

By building a comprehensive ecosystem that spans from content creation to commerce, we're not just helping athletes navigate the current NIL landscape—we're creating the infrastructure for the future of sports monetization and fan engagement.

Join Us in Revolutionizing Athlete Branding

Whether you're an athlete looking to build your brand, a brand seeking authentic partnerships, or an investor interested in the future of sports technology, we'd love to connect with you.