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Brandon Ikard serves as Commissioner of the National Arena League, where he overseas league operations, strategic development, and long-term planning. With over a decade of experience in sports business and branding, Ikard has played a key role in revitalizing the NAL through increased professionalism, financial structure, and expanded national visibility. 

Before becoming Commissioner, Brandon Ikard built a successful career in custom sportswear and corporate branding as the co-founder of Ai Apparel Group and GOAT Sports Marketing, both of which he continues to operate. Ikard remains committed to growing the league, enhancing fan engagement, and creating meaningful opportunities for teams and players both on and off the field.

Steven joins the NAL after seven seasons of working on the team level as the Director of Multimedia of the Jacksonville Sharks. Steven has won multiple league awards for "Best Media" and "Best Website" and is now spearheading media demands on a league level where he works directly with teams in the realms of social media, website, and public relation integration. His role is responsible for covering the league media & news outreach of the National Arena League. Currently Steven oversees technology & digital advancements for the NAL and works with partnering companies on major future projects for the NAL online and on the turf. 

Steven has also been instrumental in coordinating special events for the National Arena League including NAL Championship Media Days, Annual Award Banquets, and served as the lead media contact for National Arena League Championship games. In addition to arena football, Steven has worked in the NFL with the New York Jets and works in the Technology field for Production & Events for the Jacksonville Jaguars where he has been nominated for Front Office award in 2024.

Steven currently lives in St. Augustine, FL where his hobbies include fishing, grilling, golf, and taking Disney World trips with his wife & kids.