Licensing & Compliance Commitment
Built on Trust, Accountability,
and Integrity

Every Spartan™ is committed to operating with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and responsibility. As a brand built around representation, inclusion, and community trust, licensing and compliance are not viewed as administrative hurdles — they are essential pillars of credibility.


From the earliest stages of development, Every Spartan™ has been intentionally structured to align with the expectations of Michigan State University, the Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC), and broader industry standards governing ethical sourcing, labor practices, and brand stewardship.



This commitment ensures that Every Spartan™ is not only meaningful in purpose, but responsible in practice.

OUR MISSION
Every Ability.

 Every Moment.
Every Spartan.

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Respect for University Trademarks

Every Spartan™ recognizes that Michigan State University’s name, trademarks, logos, and visual identity represent decades of tradition, reputation, and institutional trust.


The brand is committed to:

  • Using university trademarks only with proper authorization
  • Adhering strictly to brand standards and usage guidelines
  • Respecting all approvals, revisions, and oversight requirements
  • Ensuring that all designs reflect the dignity and values of the university
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Every Spartan™ does not seek to reinterpret or dilute MSU’s identity. Instead, it aims to honor and protect it through thoughtful, compliant execution.

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Every Spartan™ acknowledges the rigorous standards upheld by the Collegiate Licensing Company and embraces the licensing process as a mark of legitimacy and accountability.


The brand is committed to:

  • Completing all required applications, disclosures, and documentation
  • Maintaining appropriate insurance coverage as required
  • Complying with product category approvals and restrictions
  • Participating in audits or reviews when requested
  • Operating transparently throughout the licensing relationship


CLC licensing is viewed not merely as permission to produce apparel, but as a partnership grounded in trust, responsibility, and quality assurance.

Fair Labor Association (FLA) Commitment

Every Spartan™ is dedicated to ethical manufacturing and responsible labor practices across its supply chain.


The brand is committed to aligning with Fair Labor Association (FLA) principles, including:

  • Respect for workers’ rights and dignity
  • Prohibition of forced or child labor
  • Safe and healthy working conditions
  • Fair wages and reasonable working hours
  • Non-discrimination and freedom of association


Every Spartan™ seeks to work with manufacturing partners who share these values and demonstrate compliance with recognized labor standards.

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Ethical Sourcing & Supply Chain Responsibility

Every Spartan™ understands that responsibility extends beyond design and marketing.


The brand is committed to:

  • Vetting suppliers for ethical and compliant practices
  • Prioritizing transparency in sourcing and production
  • Maintaining documentation related to labor and compliance
  • Addressing concerns promptly and responsibly


Ethical sourcing is viewed as a continuous process — one that requires vigilance, accountability, and improvement over time.

Quality Control &
Product Standards

Quality is central to the Every Spartan™ promise.


The brand is committed to:

  • Using materials that meet durability and comfort expectations
  • Ensuring consistent construction across adaptive and traditional garments
  • Conducting quality checks prior to distribution
  • Responding to customer feedback to improve future offerings


Quality control supports not only customer satisfaction, but the reputation of the university whose marks are represented.

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Social Responsibility in Practice

Every Spartan™ believes that apparel brands have a responsibility to contribute positively to society.


This includes:

  • Thoughtful storytelling that avoids exploitation or misrepresentation
  • Inclusive design practices that expand access
  • Respectful representation of people, history, and community
  • Responsible marketing and communication


The brand strives to ensure that its impact extends beyond commerce and into meaningful community engagement.

Governance & Ongoing Oversight

Licensing and compliance are not one-time achievements.


Every Spartan™ commits to:

  • Ongoing adherence to licensing agreements
  • Regular review of compliance obligations
  • Open communication with licensing and university partners
  • Willingness to adapt policies as standards evolve


Accountability is viewed as an ongoing responsibility, not a checkbox.

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Transparency & Good-Faith Partnership

Every Spartan™ approaches licensing relationships with transparency and respect.


The brand commits to:

  • Honest communication
  • Timely responses to inquiries
  • Collaboration with stakeholders
  • Alignment with institutional expectations


This good-faith approach is essential to sustaining long-term partnerships built on mutual trust.

Looking Ahead

As Every Spartan™ grows, its commitment to licensing and compliance will grow with it.


Future priorities include:

  • Continued alignment with evolving compliance standards
  • Expansion of responsible sourcing practices
  • Strengthening documentation and reporting processes
  • Maintaining consistency as the brand scales


Growth will never come at the expense of responsibility.

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Our Commitment

Every Spartan™ exists to celebrate community, inclusion, and shared identity.


That mission is only possible when built on a foundation of trust.


By committing to rigorous licensing standards, ethical labor practices, and responsible brand stewardship, Every Spartan™ affirms its dedication to doing things the right way — for the university, for its partners, and for the Spartan community.

Every Spartan. Every Ability. Every Moment.

A Founder’s Commitment


Every Spartan™ was founded by a lifelong Spartan, MSU alum, and business owner with a physical disability who understands — personally and professionally — the importance of inclusion.

This brand is not built from theory.
It’s built from lived experience.

It’s a commitment to ensuring that future generations of Spartans never have to ask whether apparel was designed with them in mind.

Because they already know the answer.

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If you believe that representation should never be optional — we invite you to be part of this from the beginning.

Unlike brands that separate accessibility into a niche category, Every Spartan™ believes traditional and adaptive apparel should be the standard. Our apparel is thoughtfully designed to balance function, comfort, and timeless style — without labels, barriers, or compromise.

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