

#386 - Trent & Tyler Leon - Co-Founders @ Tilden Capital
10 snips May 20, 2025
Trent and Tyler Leon, co-founders of Tilden Capital, share their unique journey from pro golfers to oil and gas entrepreneurs. They discuss the pivotal moments that led them to pivot careers, including the lessons learned on the circuit and the influence of their competitive family environment. Highlights include insights on the oil industry's evolving landscape, their hands-on business philosophy, and the challenges of managing a small team for big deals. Their story showcases resilience, optimism, and the importance of moving forward after professional sports.
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Family Golf Prank Incident
- A family golf trip ended with their dad dislocating his ring finger chasing Trent after a prank.
- This was a memorable childhood story showing their family's competitive and energetic dynamics.
Tyler's Pro Golf Realization
- Tyler Leon shared his experience of playing pro golf and realizing how good others were day to day.
- This insight helped him decide to pivot from golf to business for better long-term success.
Deciding to Leave Golf Pro Career
- Tyler described his clear decision to quit professional golf after recognizing the limits of achieving higher success.
- He felt no regret, having given it his all and ready for new challenges.