21. Investments, Tech and Entrepreneurship in Pickleball with Amitabh “AJ” Jain, Pickleball Minds

Farrell Sports Business

About the Farrell Sports Business Podcast
Interviews with news makers from sports business to talk leadership, entrepreneurship, industry news and their unique career paths. Hosted by Matt Farrell, President of Farrell Sports and former Golf Channel, USOPC, USA Swimming and Warner Bros.
Episode Summary
Episode 21 of the Farrell Sports Business podcast - Host Matt Farrell talks with Amitabh "AJ" Jain about the rapid growth and entrepreneurial opportunities within the sport of pickleball and his projection of a $500 billion industry. He shares insights on the establishment of Pickleball Minds from Rally Sports Venture, the business landscape, technological innovations, investment trends, and the global appeal of the sport. Jain emphasizes the importance of collaboration among business leaders and the potential for pickleball to become a significant player in the sports industry, especially as it makes the quest for inclusion in the Olympic Games.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Pickleball Minds and Amitabh Jain
01:00 Snazzy Music Open
01:48 Amitabh's Background
03:09 About Pickleball Minds
06:30 The Davos of Pickleball
07:36 Business and Entrepreneurism in Pickleball
10:06 Unanticipated Changes
12:05 Franchises Launching in Pickleball
13:58 Tech Innovations
16:05 Investor Interest in Pickleball
20:23 Business Models Developing
21:11 Downsides to Pickleball Growth
24:14 Global Growth
26:36 Upcoming Pickleball Minds Schedule
29:45 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations
31:03 Review of Other Similar Farrell Sports Business topics
31:58 Podcast Intro.MP4
Takeaways
- Pickleball Minds was created to connect business leaders in the pickleball ecosystem.
- The sport of pickleball is experiencing unprecedented growth and interest.
- There are numerous entrepreneurial opportunities within the pickleball industry.
- Technological innovations are crucial for the future of pickleball.
- Investment in pickleball is expected to grow significantly in the coming years.
- The global appeal of pickleball is set to expand rapidly, especially in Asia.
- Franchises like Chicken and Pickle are leading the way in the business model.
- The industry is projected to reach around $500 billion in a decade.
- Collaboration and networking are essential for success in the pickleball business.
- Pickleball is accessible to a wide demographic, making it a unique sport.
Pickleball Minds Investor Summit - HK, scheduled for Sep 20th, 2024.

Pickleball Minds Forum -Dubai Chapter, scheduled for Jan 16th, 2025

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Intro Song: All World
Artist: JMPSCR
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