
Snowboard - Chairlift Podcast
Welcome to The Chairlift - Snowboard Podcast, where we raise the bar on Canadian snowboarding!
Join our host, Snowboard Mom, a passionate snowboarder with 28 years of experience, her “sliding sideways” husband, and their two mini shred kids as they explore the exhilarating world of snowboarding.
Discover in-depth snowboard gear reviews, resort spotlights, and the latest snowboarding trends. Tune in for captivating interviews with professional snowboarders, and get the inside scoop on snowboarding contests and culture. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly snowboarding tips, epic trip ideas, or jaw-dropping snowboarding tricks, we’ve got you covered.
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Snowboard - Chairlift Podcast
11. Navigating Funding, Sponsorship and Branding in Snowboarding | Crispin Lipscomb
In this episode, Snowboard Mom continues her conversation with Crispin Lipscomb, a two-time Olympian and seasoned snowboarder, as he delves into the complexities of sponsorships and branding in the world of competitive snowboarding. Learn how Crispin navigated the sponsorship landscape and built his brand!
Episode Highlights:
- Carding and Funding: Crispin explains the process of carding and the financial challenges of being a national team athlete.
- Sponsorship Realities: Insights into the realities of securing and maintaining sponsorships in snowboarding.
- The Fifth Element: Crispin introduces the concept of the "fifth element" in coaching—branding and sponsorship—and its importance for young athletes.
- Marketing and Snowboarding: Discussion on the impact of marketing on different snowboarding disciplines and the decline of certain events.
- Personal Experiences: Crispin shares personal stories about his sponsorship journey, including challenges and successes.
- Advice for Young Athletes: Tips for young snowboarders on how to build their brand and secure sponsorships.
Key Takeaways:
- The importance of understanding the financial aspects of competitive snowboarding.
- How to effectively navigate the sponsorship landscape and build a personal brand.
- The role of marketing in the success of snowboarding disciplines.
- Crispin's personal experiences and lessons learned from his sponsorship journey.
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