HOW TO GET SPONSORED feat. Matt Maxwell | Wind & Waves Ep. [3]

What does it really take to get sponsored by a brand like Starboard? In this episode of Wind & Waves, we've got the perfect guest to answer exactly that. Matt Maxwell – former professional kite athlete, now Marketing Manager at Starboard Wings and Starboard Foils – knows both sides of the table. He was once the rider chasing the dream. Today, he's the one making the calls. 00:00 Intro & Meet Matt Maxwell 02:18 The Story & Vision Behind Starboard Wings 04:28 Why Did Starboard Sign Xavi Corr? 06:17 What Brands Look for in a Modern Athlete 08:35 How to Get on a Brand's Radar 10:40 Multi-Sport Athletes: Advantage or Disadvantage? 13:35 Advice for Up-and-Coming Riders We had microphone problems, so pls forgive us for the audio ;)