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Sports + Outdoor Mentors

Sports + Outdoor Mentors

Business:Careers

David Birch: from a hospital bed to building the world's largest rewards and loyalty platform

David Birch: from a hospital bed to building the world's largest rewards and loyalty platform

2024-11-03
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In this episode, we sit down with David Birch, CEO and Founder of Endurance Zone, a company centered on helping athletes harness the power of endurance training to unlock peak performance. David's journey is one of resilience and transformation—from a professional rugby player to a successful entrepreneur after a serious back injury altered his career path. 

David shares insights on navigating the challenges of building and scaling a business in the sports industry, including finding the right co-founder, securing external funding, and creating a sustainable business model in the competitive sports market. 

Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with actionable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and industry insiders interested in the intersection of sports, endurance, and innovation. Take advantage of David's invaluable lessons on resilience, team-building, and the drive to overcome obstacles.

 

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