For Episode 126 of Amplify Your Business, we’re joined by Zach Hodder—Founder of Calgary-based Harpia.

The story of Harpia is one of meeting what you need with what you have. As any rural hockey enthusiast can attest to, finding qualified coaching costs more than just the time on the ice—it takes transport costs, logistics, and lodging. But when that’s what it takes to get ahead in the game, how can families get ahead on a budget? Hodder looked to technology (specifically smartphones) as a vehicle for personalized training, analytics, and off-ice coaching on a family-friendly budget. Talk about a hat trick!

0:00 - Intro

0:45 - How did Harpia start, and what problem is it solving?

5:35 - Using smart devices for smart training

8:15 - Expanding services in the early stages

10:41 - Learnings from The Alberta Catalyzer Program

15:02 - Surrounding yourself with advisors

18:38 - What would you do differently?

21:05 - The best resources for entrepreneurs

27:24 - Knowing when to admit your mistakes

30:56 - Big things happening at Harpia

34:17 - Outro