San Diego Sport Innovators (SDSI), the non-profit business development organization for the Sports and Active Lifestyle (SAL) industry, is now accepting applications to its acclaimed business accelerator program, SDSI Springboard, sponsored by K2 Insurance Services.
SDSI Springboard is a 20-week intensive, mentor-led program that proves the power of collaboration, as successful executives and seasoned entrepreneurs – from companies like Callaway Golf, Road Runner Sports, Active.com, Competitor Group – give time and expertise to help growing companies reach success, right here in San Diego.
“We are most proud of our successes,” says Bill Walton, SDSI Executive Chairman. “Over the years, 87% of our Springboard graduates are still in business, we have helped to build 70 different companies, those companies have raised more than $50 million in business-building capital and have create nearly 450 real jobs – jobs that are the bedrock foundation of our community.”
SDSI Springboard is open to SAL companies of all sizes who are facing significant milestones like: launching a new product, starting a new business, shifting their business model, preparing to raise capital or working through a significant growth phase.
“The SDSI Springboard program has given COR the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the industry,” said 2015 Graduate, Andy Gossett, Founder COR Surf. “Having the opportunity to learn from experts in marketing, finance and entrepreneurship has resulted in growth in COR’s sales and given me the ability to pitch my company to investors with confidence.
Those interested can apply for free at https://sdsportinnovators.org/springboard/ through July 31. SDSI Membership is required upon acceptance into the program. To learn more about becoming a mentor, industry executives can contact Renne Catalano Gussman at renne@sdsportinnovtors.com.
