Specialized B2B Consulting for Officiating Associations

Modernizing Sports Officiating for a New Generation

Strategic marketing, web design, camp management, technology infrastructure, and 501(c)(3) compliance solutions purpose-built for officiating organizations nationwide.

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Nextgen Officiating Solutions

Built by Officials, for Officials

Nextgen Officiating Solutions is a specialized B2B consulting and technology agency designed exclusively for officiating organizations. Founded by active NCAA Division I basketball officials with deep expertise in enterprise cloud technology and association leadership, we bridge the critical gap between sports administration and digital modernization.

Both founders serve on the board of Nexgen Refs, a non-profit dedicated to integrating young people into the officiating pipeline. This unique alignment of elite officiating experience, high-level technological proficiency, and non-profit youth advocacy positions us to revolutionize how referee associations market themselves and operate.

Kyle Scofield

NCAA DI Official, Recruitment Director

Active NCAA Division I basketball official. Responsible for recruitment and training of high school football officials in New Hampshire. Deeply entrenched administrative experience with NHIAA and NHFOA. Board member of Nexgen Refs.

Ian Carey

Senior Systems Engineer, NCAA DI Official

Enterprise cloud architect with advanced certifications in Nutanix, Azure, and AWS. Active womens college basketball referee. Leads technology infrastructure and compliance. Board member of Nexgen Refs.

56.7
Average Age of HS Officials
50K+
Officials Lost During Pandemic
79%
Officials Taking Extra Assignments
237K
Registered HS Officials Nationwide

Comprehensive Solutions for Officiating Associations

Five integrated service modules designed to transform how officiating organizations recruit, operate, and grow.

Strategic Marketing & Social Media

Targeted Gen Z recruitment campaigns across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. Brand positioning, crisis PR, and hyper-localized digital advertising that transforms passive associations into proactive recruiting engines.

  • Gen Z recruitment strategy
  • Social media campaign management
  • Brand positioning & crisis PR
  • Geofencing & targeted advertising

Website Design & Development

Rapid-deployment, mobile-responsive websites optimized for recruitment conversion. From Squarespace to custom full-stack builds with deep ArbiterSports integration and frictionless registration pathways.

  • Conversion-optimized design
  • Mobile-first responsive architecture
  • ArbiterSports integration
  • 3-click registration funnel

Camp Management (CaaS)

Full-service Camp-as-a-Service administrative module covering the entire lifecycle of officiating camps. Digital registration, payment processing, schedule matrices, and real-time mobile evaluation integration.

  • RegFox & Campium configuration
  • Automated registration & payments
  • Real-time mobile evaluations
  • Video review infrastructure

Technology Infrastructure & Cloud

Enterprise-grade professionalization services including Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace deployment, DNS management, Active Directory, and strict data security protocols with multi-factor authentication.

  • Email & workspace migration
  • Non-profit subsidized pricing
  • DNS & security configuration
  • Data encryption & MFA enforcement

501(c)(3) Compliance & Legal

Expert guidance through the arduous IRS process of obtaining and maintaining tax-exempt status. Bylaw construction, conflict of interest policies, and Form 1023 narrative development purpose-built for sports organizations.

  • IRS Form 1023 / 1023-EZ preparation
  • Bylaw & policy construction
  • Private benefit trap avoidance
  • Ongoing compliance monitoring

Fractional CMO/CTO Services

Dedicated, hands-on management of all association operations, marketing, camp logistics, and sponsor procurement. Executive-level strategic direction without the full-time executive cost.

  • Full operational management
  • Strategic growth planning
  • Sponsor procurement
  • Quarterly analytics reporting

From Discovery to Deployment

A streamlined, four-phase process that minimizes disruption and maximizes results for your association.

1

Discovery & Audit

Deep dive into your associations current operations, digital presence, recruiting pipeline, and pain points to build a comprehensive modernization roadmap.

2

Strategy & Design

Custom strategy development incorporating industry best practices, audience research, and proven frameworks tailored to your associations specific needs and budget.

3

Build & Deploy

Rapid implementation using templated cloud deployments, modern web frameworks, and automated marketing systems to deliver results in weeks, not months.

4

Support & Growth

Ongoing retainer-based support including website updates, social media management, technical support, and quarterly analytics reporting to ensure continued growth.

Simple, One-Time Pricing

Fixed project-based pricing designed for officiating associations. No hidden fees, no recurring commitments.

Starter

Essential digital foundation
$500
One-time project fee
  • Basic website setup
  • Mobile-responsive design
  • Contact & registration forms
  • Domain & hosting guidance
  • Email setup consultation
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Enterprise

Complete modernization
$5,000
One-time project fee
  • Full-stack custom website
  • 501(c)(3) compliance guidance
  • Enterprise email & workspace setup
  • ArbiterSports integration
  • Marketing campaign development
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Ready to Modernize Your Association?

Schedule a free discovery call to discuss how Nextgen Officiating Solutions can help your association recruit, retain, and support the next generation of officials.