• Padel’s Popularity Surge: Pablo Carro Discusses the Trends and Challenges (JOPS02E13)

  • Aug 14 2024
  • Length: 43 mins
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Padel’s Popularity Surge: Pablo Carro Discusses the Trends and Challenges (JOPS02E13)

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  • Welcome and Introduction - Minter Dial welcomes Pablo Carro, co-founder of Playtomic. - Discussion about Playtomic's impact and Pablo's personal background. Personal Background and Passion for Padel - Pablo Carro shares his journey from tennis to padel. - Reflects on his early experiences with padel in 1995 and his transition to making it his profession. Challenges and Evolution of Tennis and Padel - Discussion on the transformation needed in the tennis industry. - Pablo highlights the need for tennis to adapt to new generations and become more digitized. Playtomic's Origin and Mission - Playtomic was launched in 2017 to digitize the racket sports industry. - The app aims to facilitate the social joy of racket sports, making it easier for players to book courts and find matches. User Experience and Growth - Playtomic's success in over 50 countries with more than 5000 clubs and a million active players per month. - The importance of focusing on what the company does well and not overextending into other sports. Leveling System and Player Matching - Challenges of creating an accurate leveling system for players. - The algorithm's role in ensuring fair and enjoyable matches. Global Padel Report with PwC - Collaboration with PwC to produce a comprehensive report on the state of padel. - Insights into club management, player behavior, and the industry's growth. Surprises and Market Trends - Unexpected growth in the UK and slower than anticipated growth in Germany. - The potential for significant expansion in the US market. Cultural Aspects of Padel - The universal appeal of padel's social and fun aspects. - The importance of communication on the court and how it varies by region. Future of Padel and Playtomic - Playtomic's focus on racket sports and the potential for future growth. - The ongoing mission to enhance the social joy of racket sports globally. Closing Remarks - Pablo Carro shares how to find Playtomic and download the global padel report. - Encourages listeners to connect with him on LinkedIn for further engagement. Contact Information - Download Playtomic from the Apple Store or Google Play. - Find the global padel report via Google or the provided show link. - Connect with Pablo Carro on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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