Shaun White, 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist and newly minted entrepreneur, discusses his Whitespace brand with Shopify, challenges of repeating as a champion, the evolution of half pipe walls, the benefits of larger half pipe walls for snowboarding tricks, the naming of tricks, and the evolution of snowboarding tricks.
Sean White emphasizes the importance of authenticity and being true to oneself in creating a brand, and strives to create a mold and a message that resonates with customers.
Sean White highlights the importance of supporting and nurturing young talents, and finds joy in being able to elevate the careers of young athletes.
Deep dives
Sean White's New Apparel Brand WhiteSpace
Sean White discusses his new apparel brand, WhiteSpace, which he developed as a business owner and customer. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and being true to oneself in creating a brand. WhiteSpace aims to provide user-friendly and high-quality products that align with Sean's personal preferences. Sean's brother also plays a creative role in the development of the brand. They strive to create a mold and a message that resonates with customers, continually improving and receiving feedback to build a successful brand.
Sean White's Experience as a Sponsor
Drawing from his own experience of being sponsored by Burton since the age of seven, Sean discusses how that influenced his perspective on sponsoring young athletes now. He highlights the importance of supporting and nurturing young talents, just as he was given the opportunity. Sean finds joy and fulfillment in being able to sponsor and elevate the careers of young athletes. Age is not a barrier to giving and receiving support, and Sean feels proud when he can contribute to their success.
Sean White's Involvement in a Youth Camp
Sean is excited to announce his involvement in a youth camp investment project. The goal is to provide the next generation with the best facilities, experiences, and products in sports such as snowboarding and skateboarding. Sean shares his personal connection to the camp, recalling how he enjoyed attending a similar camp during his childhood. The investment aligns with his vision for WhiteSpace and his passion for developing the sports industry. He invites young ones to come and experience the camp, offering support and guidance for their aspirations.
Sean White's Unique Approach to Goal Setting
Sean discusses his approach to setting goals and highlights the importance of knowing and understanding one's own desires. He believes that goal-setting provides focus, motivation, and a sense of achievement. Each goal, whether big or small, contributes to personal growth and progress. Sean advises finding ways to make the journey enjoyable and fun, creating incentives or challenges along the way. He acknowledges the challenges and obstacles that may arise but emphasizes the strength of commitment to one's goals.
Episode 221: Neal and Toby interview 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist and newly minted entrepreneur, Shaun White! The guys get into Shaun's Whitespace brand with Shopify and all of the challenges and wins he's experienced since starting his business. Shaun also shares his plans for a snowboarding camp, ranks Toby's trick names and shares exactly what a gold medal tastes like. Yes, really.