Reinventing Backyard Play with Crossnet Creator, Chris Meade | Digital Social Hour #45

Hey, there folks! Are you ready to dive into an exhilarating conversation about innovation, entrepreneurship and volleyball? Then you're in the right place. This week on the Digital Social Hour, we have none other than mastermind Chris Meade, co-inventor of CrossNet, the world's first four-way volleyball game. Join your host, Sean Kelly, as he humorously navigates the unique journey from corporate hustle to innovative success, one that saw a simple idea evolve into a hot-selling sensation across 5000 retailers. Who knew turning frustration with knockoffs into a quality product could revolutionize backyard games globally? This episode not only reveals the struggles of entrepreneurship and the thrill of invention but delves into topics of growth strategies, dealing with knockoffs, and even a cheeky patent story. From acquiring patents, the success of strategic partnerships to managing cash flows, every twist and turn will leave you in awe. And folks, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. As Chris shares about expanding into new ventures, namely their latest company GoodSport, you'll get to understand the importance of boldness, creativity, and integrity in business. Finally, don’t miss the poignant note on finding balance, work-life harmony and prioritizing personal time amidst all the hustle. It’s a story of not just work, but love, persistence, balance and success. So, why wait? Tune in now, enjoy the ride, and get ready to be inspired. Remember this is the Digital Social Hour, where conversations make waves. See you all there! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitalsocialhour/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .