CLEVELAND – The International Collegiate Licensing Association (ICLA) is proud to announce Shelly Terry, executive director, licensing, strategic partnerships and retail engagement at Duke University, as President for the 2026-27 membership year.

"Like the adage, 'Jack of all trades, master of none, but better than a master of one,' collegiate licensing not only tolerates but requires professionals who are well-versed in many industries," said Terry. "The dynamic field of trademark licensing spans pop culture, law, business, fashion, academia, athletics, corporate and social responsibility, among others, and thrives on individuals who can find the convergent spaces where profit, promotion, and preservation of iconic brands intersect. Upon entering trademark licensing, I was elated to learn of the International Collegiate Licensing Association, an organization uniquely designed to support professionals, where 'duties as assigned' can include anything from hiring a dog blogger to launching international product lines."
 
"Through my time in the membership, I have grown professionally through event attendance, mentorship programming, and eventual committee and board service," stated Terry. "I am honored to usher in new milestones, both personally  as a 'first',  and for our organization as the next ICLA president. As we hail the 25th year of ICLA, I recognize the significance of this pivotal moment in our industry and am appreciative of the trust my colleagues have placed in me. In an ever-evolving climate, I look forward to working with fellow board members and the broader membership to determine relevant programming and initiatives. The legacy of past leadership can be seen through our association's commitment to education, innovation, and growth. I am excited to extend that history and deepen our impact. I thank the membership for entrusting me with the opportunity to serve."

Terry takes the reins from Kimberly Spino, director of trademarks and licensing at SMU, who will transition to Past President. Serving alongside Terry will be: 1^st Vice President, Erika Austin, director of university trademarks and licensing at Michigan State University; 2^nd Vice President Kamesha Hill, executive director of auxiliary enterprises at Jackson State University; and 3^rd Vice President Heidi Adams, director of trademark licensing at Utah State University.

In addition to the 2026-27 Officers, the ICLA Board of Directors will assist in the development and advancement of the Association. The 2026-27 Board of Directors will consist of: Michael DeMarco, head of licensing and partnerships at Flag & Anthem; Richard Fairchild, senior director business development at Image One; Jason Harbison, assistant director of trademark licensing at Auburn University; Jared Harding, vice president of growth at Trevco; Jenn Miller, director of brand management and licensing at West Virginia University; Sonni Minton, director of trademark licensing and brand protection at NC State; Kyle Pope, executive director, collegiate licensing and business development at Texas A&M University; Evelin Simmons, director of UMass system trademark and licensing administration; and Joe Stefani, president at Desert Cactus. ICLA also welcomes Brian Eubank, executive director of licensing at Old Dominion University; and Monica Middendorf, associate director of trademark licensing at Arizona State University.
 
About ICLA: ICLA provides educational and networking opportunities, enhancement of acceptable operating standards and ethics, and establishment of the overall prestige and understanding of the profession of collegiate licensing. For more information on ICLA, please visit www.iclanet.com. ICLA is administered by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA), which is in its 62^nd year. For more information on NACDA and the 19 professional associations that fall under its umbrella, please visit www.nacda.com.