The president’s granddaughter has already secured her first partnership despite not yet becoming a college athlete, having signed with a renowned energy drinks brand alongside some famous faces
Kai Trump has secured her first NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) partnership ahead of playing golf at the University of Miami next year after joining forces with energy drinks brand Accelerator Active Energy.
The 18-year-old aspiring golfer doesn’t begin her scholarship with the Hurricanes until 2026 but is already making the most of her popularity by linking up with the company, which is renowned for launching “The Livvy Fund” with former LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne to support women’s college athletes.
Earlier this year, it emerged that U.S. President Donald Trump’s granddaughter could become one of the highest paid female athletes ever having developed a growing NIL stock since taking up golf. The teenager’s substantial social media following also significantly contributes to her valuation, as does her highly-popular YouTube channel.
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In January, Trump actually sealed an NIL deal with Dallas-based Leaf Trading Cards, which sells autographed cards for $200 a pack, but it would appear that her recent announcement involving Accelerator Active Energy has blown that out of the water.
Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, Trump used a presidential-themed announcement to reveal her big news, in which she made a speech at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, telling all “fellow Americans and content creators” that she’s partnered and invested in Accelerator.
“My fellow Americans and content creators. After months of reflection, I made a decision. I’ll be running, no stepping into a new role,” Trump began. “One with great responsibilities and 100% natural caffeine. I’ve partnered with Accelerator. No sugar. No crash. Cheers.”
In the post’s caption, she added: “Not running for office… just running on Rocket Pop. Proud to partner with @drinkaccelerator — check out my favorite energy drink on Amazon and select retailers near you!”
In the comments section, the official Drink Accelerator account posted: “Welcome to the team, Kai”, while former college gymnastics champion Dunne wrote: “Welcome to the fam!!!”
Also on the energy drink’s roster as an equity partner is Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, who has helped to highlight the drink’s key features, such as its natural caffeine, lack of added sugar and preservatives, in previous campaigns.
“It’s pretty cool, especially being partners with such great athletes and being up there with him,” Trump told FOX Business about what it’s like to be part of a star-studded team.
The aspiring golfer added how Accelerator is “so important to ensuring I stay focused and have extra energy when I’m in the gym, on the golf course, studying, traveling or as part of my daily routine.”
Trump’s arrival has been welcomed with open arms by Accelerator Active Energy CEO Andrew Wilkinson, who said in a statement: “Kai has a very busy schedule including golf, content creation, travel and much more and Accelerator is the perfect solution to providing her the sustained energy without sugar while she’s on the go.
“We are excited to see all she is going to accomplish in the years ahead as she becomes a leading voice in NIL and beyond.”