Request for Expression of Interest (RFEI) : Athlete365 Business Accelerator Programme

Empowering Olympians to Become Entrepreneurs

• The Athlete365 Business Accelerator Programme, delivered via Athlete365, supports Olympians, Paralympians and elite athletes transitioning to life after sport that are interested in entrepreneurship. Leveraging their athletic experiences, the programme equips athletes with the skills, mentorship, and resources to build and scale their business ventures successfully.
• Delivered in English, French, and Spanish, this blended learning programme ensures global accessibility and inclusivity, reaching athletes from diverse backgrounds and sports disciplines.

About the Programme

The Athlete365 Business Accelerator offers structured learning, mentorship, and practical guidance through:

• Interactive Online Modules: Covering ideation, business fundamentals, financial planning, branding, marketing, leadership and an understanding of why athletes are well-suited for entrepreneurship. Modules are delivered via Athlete365 and accessible 24/7 on-demand.
• Live Workshops: Across different time zones and languages to ensure global participation serving as a complement to the online modules.
• Mentorship Opportunities: For those participants with successful applications, connections are provided to a network of business mentors and industry leaders when possible matching the athlete’s language and time zones.

Service Provider requirements

The International Olympic Committee is seeking a Service Provider/Supplier to operate and enhance the Athlete365 Business Accelerator Programme by:

• Programme Management & Delivery:
  • Seamless execution of learning pathways and mentorship component.
  • Regional customization for diverse athlete needs.
• Entrepreneurial Support & Mentorship:
  • Availability of a global network of mentors and investors ready to support athletes in their entrepreneurship objectives .
  • Facilitate one-on-one coaching and peer networking.
• Marketing & Athlete Engagement:
  • Create engaging content to amplify reach
  • Create understanding amongst athletes as to why they are well-suited as entrepreneurs
• Sponsorship activation:
  • Collaborate with interested TOP Partners to integrate in the programme and engage with athletes providing their respective expertise.

Required Skills and Experience

Organisations applying to operate the Athlete365 Business Accelerator Programme should demonstrate expertise in the following areas:

• Experience in delivering sports and entrepreneurship programmes.
• Expertise in educational content creation and blended learning models.
• Proficiency with digital platforms and analytics tools.
• Capacity to deliver multilingual content (English, French, Spanish).
• Strong marketing and communication skills to boost athlete engagement.

RFEI Application Process:

Disclaimer: This RFEI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or an offer to contract. By selecting or rejecting any proposal(s), IOC exercise their contractual freedom. The IOC reserves the right to modify or withdraw this RFEI at any time without prior notice. The IOC is looking for an independent contractor as a supplier. This RFEI should not be construed as an offer of employment. The IOC shall not be held liable for any costs or damages in relation to this call for proposals, and all costs associated with the preparation and submission of responses are the sole responsibility of the respondents and will not be reimbursed. Participants agree to keep all information received through this RFEI confidential. As the data controller, the IOC will process any personal data (including without limitation, given names, family names, roles, email addresses and telephone numbers) provided by participants to the IOC within the submission, for the sole purpose of assessing the applications and carrying out a due diligence evaluation of participants. As a participant, by sending your submission, you consent to the IOC carrying out any further due diligence evaluation on the basis of a form that will be provided by the IOC in due course and that you will need to sign and return back to the IOC. Participants’ personal data will be retained only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this RFEI, and/or as authorized by applicable laws. This information is supplemented by the IOC Privacy Policy. To exercise your data protection rights, you can contact the IOC at [email protected] and any disputes, which cannot be settled amicably, shall be submitted to the ordinary courts of Lausanne.