119 - Endurance Sports in the Digital Age: How Technology is Changing the Game

119 - Endurance Sports in the Digital Age: How Technology is Changing the Game

119 - Endurance Sports in the Digital Age: How Technology is Changing the GameThomas Watkins
Published on: 08/07/2025

In this episode of "Product Led Growth Leaders," host Thomas Watkins interviews Jose Carlos "Charlie" Sarmiento, endurance athlete and Co-founder and CEO of VTX. Charlie shares his journey from sports to entrepreneurship, highlighting the funding challenges faced by endurance athletes. The conversation covers the economic dynamics of endurance sports, the psychological aspects of competition, and insights from Charlie’s book, "The Real Ultraman." Listeners gain a unique perspective on how innovation can empower athletes and transform the sports sponsorship landscape.

SaaS Leadership & StrategyHealthcare
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106 - Smart Support: The Future of Helping Families with Developmental Challenges

106 - Smart Support: The Future of Helping Families with Developmental Challenges

106 - Smart Support: The Future of Helping Families with Developmental ChallengesThomas Watkins
Published on: 22/05/2025

In this episode of "Product Led Growth Leaders," host Thomas Watkins talks with Riva Kajangu, Co-Founder and CEO of Neo Sophia, about using AI to support early detection of developmental delays in children, particularly autism. Riva highlights the challenges parents face in navigating fragmented systems for conditions like ADHD and autism, and introduces Neo Sophia as a solution that connects families with specialists through a user-friendly web app. The conversation underscores the value of early intervention, the need to build trust with parents, and the broader societal impact of accessible developmental support.

Product-Led GrowthEntrepreneurship & Startup GrowthTechnology & InnovationHealthcareParenting
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