As a successful businesswoman, Bognar understands the importance of leveraging her personal brand to build meaningful relationships with her own fan base. She believes that NIL provides an opportunity for student-athletes to capitalize on their individual strengths and create personal connections with fans.

For Illinois swim and dive, the impact of Top Tier Lessons has already been felt. Parents have reached out directly to inquire about upcoming meets, showing a genuine interest in their children’s coaches and the sport. Swimming and diving is not typically a highly publicized or media-focused sport, but Bognar wants to change that by bringing more attention to non-revenue sports within the community.

Given her ambitious goals, busy schedule, demanding academic pursuits, frequent travel, and various relationships to maintain, it’s no wonder that Bognar is constantly seeking ways to balance her time effectively. Whether it’s building a successful company or spending time with family and friends, she understands the importance of finding harmony in all aspects of life.