Elevation Nation
Elevation Nation is a movement to shape resilient leaders by elevating mental fortitude.
Join Sam Panitch and Parker Yablon each week as they sit down with a new Elevator: a bold thinker, creator, or leader who’s using mental fortitude to overcome adversity, lead with purpose, and make an impact.
From entrepreneurs and pro athletes to musicians, wellness experts, and changemakers, Elevators come from all walks of life - but they all have one thing in common: mental fortitude that helps them thrive in the real world.
Elevation Nation
Branded Paddles and Big Dreams | Founder of Killa Dinks Griffin Toren
Elevator no. 215: Griffin Toren is the founder and CEO of Killa Dinks, a fast-growing pickleball and padel paddle company creating custom products for brands like Apple, Poppi, and the Miami Marlins. He started the company while still an undergrad at the University of Miami, turning a side hustle into a full-fledged business before graduation.
Inside this Podcast:
Griffin reflects on the pressure of building a company as a student, the mindset required to grow fast without burning out, and how relationships and customer service have been his biggest assets. We talk about the rise of pickleball, the beauty of learning on the fly, and what’s next for Killa Dinks.
Chapters
02:32
The Rise of Pickleball and Its Appeal
04:58
Building a Brand in a Competitive Market
07:39
Balancing College Life and Entrepreneurship
10:45
The Drive Beyond Financial Gain
12:41
The Elevator Mindset: A Blessing or a Curse?
20:55
Lessons from the Journey of Entrepreneurship
25:48
The Importance of Customer Service
29:24
Balancing Business and Personal Relationships
33:45
The Future of Killa Dinks and Growth Mindset
