Seppe Smits about how he made the switch from hobbyist to professional, how sponsorship deals evolve, the impact of expectations as a world champion, financial challenges and much more. Listen on:
2:04 The first Belgian snowboard team
8:54 From top gym to professional
11:00 Results mean bigger budgets
18:40 Pioneering as the first Belgian snowboard professional
20:00 An American agent with great promises
21:44 The pros and cons of an agent
27:05 Ambassador of the Big Air World Cup in Antwerp (which Seppe wins)
34:25 How do you manage the financial side?
37:29 The net worth of Seppe Smits
39:44 Sponsorship income depends on market size
41:56 How do injuries impact finances?
45:23 How important is social media as a top athlete?
48:12 Importance of vision and mission in your career
51:31 The end of the relationship with the agent
56:03 The strategy behind the Red Bull helmet and cap
1:02:02 Seppe brought some items to the Webhero studio (see YouTube)
1:13:00 Story: Seppe Smits' double
1:13:55 The first sustainable Belgian splitboard
1:18:19 A future as a sustainability and mindset keynote speaker