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Sponsor Akim Aliu

Canada
Athlete (retired)
Ice Hockey - San Jose Sharks
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About Akim Aliu — retired NHL ice Hockey athlete

Akim Aliu is a globally recognized hockey voice and former pro player whose story spans Nigeria, Ukraine, and Canada. He brings authenticity, cultural impact, and a powerful platform around sport, diversity, and resilience—making him a strong fit for brands that want meaningful reach with real purpose.


Why you should sponsor me for your next influencer campaign?

 Akim is a former NHL Athletes and global activist. He is an outspoken critic of current hockey culture and it's lack of diversity and inclusion.

Overview

🎂37
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👨Male
📍TorontoOntarioCanada

Is Retired

San Jose Sharks

Canada

https://www.timetodream.org

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Pre-Packaged Projects

Social Media Deal

1 post & 1 story with the Akim Aliu promoting your product.

$1,200
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Brand Ambassador Deal

Long-term deal involving appearances, photoshoots, social media and more.

$6,000
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Appearance Deal

Have Akim Aliu make a live appearance at your next event

$6,000
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Frequently asked questions

Brands can sponsor Akim Aliu on OpenSponsorship by creating a free account, browsing Akim Aliu's profile, and sending a sponsorship proposal for social posts, appearances, or integrated campaigns. OpenSponsorship handles messaging, deliverables, and deal terms in one platform so you can connect directly with this athlete.

Akim Aliu is listed on OpenSponsorship and available for brand sponsorships. Brands can review campaign packages, audience details, and pricing on this profile, then submit a proposal to start a partnership with this athlete.

According to OpenSponsorship, estimated pricing to sponsor Akim Aliu starts at $1,200 for a social media post, $6,000 for a appearance and $6,000 for a brand ambassador campaign. Final rates depend on deliverables, usage rights, and campaign scope. Sign up on OpenSponsorship to view packages and send a proposal.

According to OpenSponsorship, Akim Aliu's audience includes 14K+ Instagram followers, interests including Fitness & Performance, Health & Wellness, Movies, Photography, Travel, and more, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Brands can use this profile to evaluate reach, content niche, and sponsorship fit before sending a proposal.

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