In this episode of the Hardtech Podcast, host DeAndre Harakas and co-host Grant Chapman sit down with Martin Wyeth, the visionary founder of powerTee.

With over 20 billion balls hit on their systems to date, powerTee has fundamentally changed how golfers practice. Martin shares the story behind the invention, born from a desire for better training, and the gritty reality of scaling a hardware company. The conversation dives deep into the resilience required to navigate major global shifts—from the 2008 financial crisis to the unique challenges and opportunities presented by COVID-19.

As they look to the future, Martin Wyeth discusses the rapid growth of the home-use market, strong investor interest, and the innovations that are keeping powerTee at the top of the leaderboard.

Massive Impact: powerTee has facilitated the hitting of over 20 billion golf balls worldwide.

The Origin: The invention was driven by Martin Wyeth's personal observation of the need for more efficient golf training aids.

Resilience is Key: The company successfully navigated significant economic hurdles, including the 2008 financial crisis.

Pandemic Pivot: COVID-19 presented a mix of operational challenges and new growth opportunities for the business.

Future Growth: There is rising investor interest in the brand, specifically regarding the rapidly growing home-use market for golf tech.

Special Guest: Martin Wyeth.