The Accidental Entrepreneur: And yes, it could happen to you!
Since 2022, Jared has been on a mission to bring actionable, integrated insights with immediate results to competitive golfers of all skill levels around the world with his patented wearable golf technology, SmartGrip. What started as a passion project to improve his own golf game, has quickly become a growing global phenomenon. In this session, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look into the unexpected journey of bringing an idea from concept to reality, while delivering immediate value and successful outcomes to customers around the world. Jared will share his story of SmartGrip's evolution, the highs and lows, pivots and breakthroughs, and a glimpse into where his company, Umbrella Sports, is going next.
September 18, 2024
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