Ep 96. To The Bone: ATC Finder Update with Kyle Peckham

Most athletic trainers are flying blind when it comes to pay, job market trends, and what makes a role truly attractive — but not anymore. Kyle Peckham reveals how his innovative platform is empowering athletic trainers and transforming how athletic jobs are filled, bringing data-driven clarity to a profession often in the dark. In this in-depth update, Peckham shares surprising insights from six months of gathering thousands of job postings and salary data, uncovering the hidden truths behind salary disparities across settings and regions. You'll discover how his new platform creates a "matchmaking" experience—similar to Tinder—for athletic trainers, enabling anonymous profiles that empower candidates to explore opportunities safely while giving employers real-time feedback to improve their listings and attract talent more effectively. We break down the key features shaping the future of athletic training recruitment: anonymous profiles for athletic trainers, objective market data for employers, and a smarter, more efficient way to connect. Plus, see how this approach is challenging the old-school power imbalance, giving athletic trainers negotiating leverage like never before. If you’re an athletic trainer tired of feeling undervalued or an employer struggling to fill crucial roles, this episode is your game-changer. It’s time to rethink recruitment, advocate for better conditions, and harness data for a stronger, more transparent profession. Kyle Peckham is the founder of ATC Finder, dedicated to revolutionizing how athletic trainers and employers connect through smarter, fairer technology. His platform aims to put power back into the hands of the professionals it serves, creating more equitable, efficient, and fulfilling career paths. Perfect for athletic trainers seeking new opportunities, recruiters who want a more transparent hiring process, and industry leaders aiming to elevate the profession—this episode offers a blueprint for creating a healthier, more responsive athletic training marketplace. Hit play and see how data and innovation are reshaping your career and your industry.