In this episode, Anthony Katz, founder of Hyperice, shares his incredible journey from being a high school teacher with a passion for sports to building a global recovery brand used by some of the world’s top athletes. Anthony talks about the inspiration behind Hyperice, his early struggles in product development, and the pivotal moment when Kobe Bryant agreed to test his product. He reveals how he leveraged athlete partnerships to build credibility for Hyperice and how the company’s innovations in recovery technology have set them apart in the industry. Listeners will gain insights into the power of networking, the importance of resilience, and the strategies Anthony used to build a nine-figure company from scratch.

In this episode, listen to Anthony & Nathan discuss:

- The inspiration and initial development of Hyperice products

- Working with top athletes like Kobe Bryant and leveraging partnerships for growth

- The challenges of building a hardware startup from scratch

- The role of innovation in creating market-leading products

- Strategies for building credibility and brand recognition in a competitive market

- The importance of storytelling in building a successful brand

- Many more valuable insights for entrepreneurs

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