This is an inspiring conversation with Michael Horvath, former collegiate rower and founder of Strava and Nyfik, and Philippa Portnoy, former collegiate tennis player and co-founder of LaunchBreak. They share valuable insights into entrepreneurship and building thriving digital communities, drawing from their own journeys as former athlete-founders.
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Monthly Huddles by Athletes Soul are monthly virtual discussions hosted by professional coaches, mental health providers and experts in the field of wellness and athletic transition. safe, supportive spaces where athletes come together to explore the real-life challenges of athletic transition. Each month, we host expert-led conversations on topics like identity loss, burnout, mental health, resilience, and life beyond sport. Whether you’re still competing, recently retired, or years into your next chapter, our huddles offer valuable insights, community connection, and tools to help you navigate the journey.
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Athletes Soul is a non-profit organization founded and run by former athletes. Our mission is to support retiring athletes as they transition out of sports, raise awareness about the unique challenges of athletic retirement, and empower athletes to develop beyond sports. We support athletes from all sports and backgrounds and at no cost to the athletes. To find out more, visit us.
