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From Olympian to AI Entrepreneur: Craig Buntin's Bold Reinvention
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Episode Overview:
Pat speaks with Craig Buntin - who shares a powerful story of reinvention, going from Olympic figure skater to AI-driven sports tech entrepreneur, building Sportlogiq, an NHL-backed analytics company, and now Founder of RiseCO2, tackling climate change with carbon-negative homes.
In this episode, we dive into Craig’s journey, from his challenging upbringing, to his unconventional MBA acceptance, to securing investment from Mark Cuban and pivoting, to sustainable innovation. If you’re into AI, sports, or entrepreneurship, this one’s for you!
What You’ll Learn:
- How Craig transitioned from elite athlete to successful entrepreneur.
- The mindset shifts needed to navigate major life changes.
- Why failure and resilience are essential for growth.
- How AI and sustainability are shaping the future of business.
- A roadmap to embrace uncertainty and “just go for it.”
- Why gratitude and balance matter just as much as ambition.
- Planning and goal setting like a CEO
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Chapters
1. Hook & Intro (00:00:00)
2. A man in a red leotard (00:02:00)
3. The Chaos of Entrepreneurship (00:03:15)
4. Embracing Fear and Courage (00:07:45)
5. The Athlete's Mindset (00:10:22)
6. Overcoming Failure (00:12:49)
7. Upbringing and Early Influences (00:15:24)
8. The Path to Figure Skating (00:17:59)
9. Family Support and Gratitude (00:20:54)
10. Challenges and Addiction Awareness (00:22:58)
11. Facing Addiction and Personal Growth (00:23:50)
12. The Impact of Parenthood on Sobriety (00:26:46)
13. Balancing Life and Work Responsibilities (00:29:19)
14. Finding Balance in Life and Work (00:32:59)
15. Health as a Cornerstone of Success (00:39:14)
16. The Genesis of Sport Logic (00:40:17)
17. Transitioning Leadership at Sport Logic (00:46:51)
18. Influences and Role Models in Life (00:51:20)
19. Coaching Styles and Their Impact (00:52:38)
20. Growth Mindset in Sports /The Myth of the Self-Made Athlete (00:54:38)
21. Tackling Climate Change: A New Venture (01:00:39)
22. The Journey Towards Affordable CO2-Based Homes (01:05:49)
23. Outro (01:11:52)
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