Podcast appearances and mentions of nate checketts

Dive into the crucial topic of men's mental health and social connection in this episode featuring Laura Bremer, US president of Citizen Relations and Nate Checketts, co-founder of performance apparel brand Rhone, champion for mental fitness. Drawing from the 2024 Citizen Connections Report, this critical conversation explores the growing desire for deeper social connections, particularly amongst men. Laura and Nate will share more about their mental health advocacy work, authentic and actionable steps brands can take to make a difference, and the role PR plays in rebuilding male connection.  Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek

This week, Zac sits down with Nate Checketts, founder and CEO of Rhone, a brand that combines high-performance apparel with a strong sense of purpose. They explore how mental fitness plays a central role in both Nate's personal journey and the mission of his brand. Nate shares how Rhone is committed to inspiring men and women to take care of their physical and mental health, going beyond creating apparel.  From growing up as the son of the former president of the New York Knicks to navigating a diabetes diagnosis and building a business with a deeper purpose, Nate discusses the importance of vulnerability, authenticity, and surrounding yourself with supportive people. The conversation touches on overcoming public stigma, cultivating real friendships, and the role of mental health in leadership. Zac and Nate also dive into Rhone's partnerships, including their work with the NBA and LPGA, and how the brand integrates mental health initiatives that support athletes and the community. This episode offers an inspiring look at leadership rooted in mental health advocacy, genuine connections, and empowerment. Tune in for an authentic conversation on vulnerability, overcoming challenges, and supporting each other on the journey to mental fitness. Connect with Zac https://www.instagram.com/zwclark/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/zac-c-746b96254/ https://www.tiktok.com/@zacwclark https://www.strava.com/athletes/55697553 https://twitter.com/zacwclark If you or anyone you know is struggling, please do not hesitate to contact Release: (914) 588-6564 releaserecovery.com @releaserecovery

Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a performance lifestyle brand founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest tech and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The NFL, Legends, FanVision and Sport Radar. Nate is an avid entrepreneur who founded 4 companies before the age of 30. In 2020 Nate was selected by the Sports Business Journal to their 2020 list of Forty leaders under Forty. In addition to Rhone, Nate also serves as Chairman of the Board to Beyond Type 1, a non-profit dedicated to the community of those with Type 1 Diabetes founded by Nick Jonas. Nate also serves as a Director to Clean Simple Eats, a leading brand of functional foods and recipes.   Interviewed by Kate Doerge.

"A father's unwavering determination to save his son's life serves as a powerful reminder that being your own best advocate can make all the difference." This episode we explore Nate Checketts' harrowing experience of his young son's traumatic brain injury and the life-saving actions he took, despite initial resistance from medical staff. It delves into how this event profoundly impacted Nate's priorities, mindset, and approach to entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of mental fitness and resilience in the face of adversity. Here are 3 key takeaways from the episode: 1. Be a relentless advocate for your loved ones' health, even if it means challenging medical authority. 2. Cultivate mental fitness practices to build resilience and improve emotional management. 3. A life-altering event can shift your priorities and perspective, leading you to focus on what truly matters. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:09 Importance of being a relentless advocate for health. 0:13 Nate's shift in priorities after a life-altering incident. 0:16 The value of developing mental fitness practices. 0:23 Nate's father's influence and entrepreneurial lessons. 0:35 Nate's long-term vision and balanced perspective. 0:40 Nate's final thoughts and advice. Check out my FREE reading list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://insidetheinspired.com/reading⁠⁠⁠⁠ For all of the courses, podcasts, blogs, contact, and merch, check out our website: https://insidetheinspired.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1FV1VqP⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jonathan on Instagram: @jonathanzcohen

It's no secret that working on our physical, mental, and emotional health can drastically change the quality of our lives. But how exactly can working on your emotional health with a supportive community be a transformative experience? And how can working on your physical health improve your self-esteem, relationships, and professional life? We spoke with Nate Checketts, Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a premium performance lifestyle company, about the importance of developing a mental health toolkit, the benefits of practicing gratitude, overcoming resistance to change, and his 12 pursuits initiative rolling out this year.  

If you want a successful business, you can't treat it like a side hustle. When you jump in, proudly wear the title, and love the grind long-term - that's when the magic happens. You have to maintain top ambition with intimate patience if you want to build something iconic. Nate Checketts, CEO and Co-Founder of Rhone did just that. Jumping head first into his business, Nate left behind a job at the NFL to build something spectacular. And better yet - he broke past the fear and embarrassment to wear the company on his shirt with pride. In doing that, he didn't just build a men's athletic wear company, he built a company that inspires those who challenge themselves in the relentless pursuit of progress. Nate and Shawn D. Nelson break down this week's Shawnism by diving into: Why perseverance, patience, and ambition are key to long-term successBuilding a business with the right mindset and goalsHow to push through obstacles to make a worldwide impact beyond your brand

If you want a successful business, you can't treat it like a side hustle. When you jump in, proudly wear the title, and love the grind long-term — that's when the magic happens. You have to maintain top ambition with intimate patience if you want to build something iconic. Nate Checketts, CEO and Co-Founder of Rhone did just that. Jumping head first into his business, Nate left behind a job at the NFL to build something spectacular. And better yet — he broke past the fear and embarrassment to wear the company on his shirt with pride. In doing that, he didn't just build a men's athletic wear company, he built a company that inspires those who challenge themselves in the relentless pursuit of progress. Nate and Shawn D. Nelson break down this week's Shawnism by diving into: Why perseverance, patience, and ambition are key to long-term successBuilding a business with the right mindset and goalsHow to push through obstacles to make a worldwide impact beyond your brand

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Nate Checketts, Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, discusses the launch of a women's apparel line. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Rhone's Visionary Architect: A Leader Who Shapes Excellence with guest Nate Checketts CEO and Co-founder of Rhone - a premium men's activewear company Founded and launched 4 companies before the age of 30

This episode of Flow Radio features Nate Checketts, CEO and co-founder of the premium men's activewear company, Rhone. A lifelong entrepreneur who founded four companies before turning 30, Checketts spoke with the Flow Research Collective about what it takes to show up and follow through for your family, your community, and your wildest professional goals. The crew also discusses how to create opportunities for flow to fulfill a full slate of ambitions. In This Episode: 0:00 Introduction 04:41 Community Building and Resilience 07:37 Creating a Resilient Work Culture 16:45 Creating Opportunities for Flow 21:39 Teaching Resilience to Children 33:06 Advice for Leaders 35:59 Resilience and Flow About The Guest: Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a performance lifestyle brand founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, Legends, FanVision and Sport Radar. Nate is also an avid entrepreneur who founded and launched 4 companies before the age of 30, including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers. In 2020 Nate was selected by the Sports Business Journal to their 2020 list of Forty leaders under Forty. In addition to Rhone, Nate also serves as Chairman of the Board to Beyond Type 1, a non-profit dedicated to the community of those with Type 1 Diabetes. Nate graduated from Brigham Young University with a BA in Finance. He and his wife Dayna reside in Connecticut with their three young boys, Gabriel, William and Nicholas. Episode Resources: Website: https://www.rhone.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natechecketts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natechecketts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nate.checketts Flow Radio Is Presented By Flow Research Collective Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If the answer is yes, then our peak-performance training Zero To Dangerous may be a good fit for you. Flow Research Collective is a leading neuroscience research and training company. If you're interested in learning the science-backed techniques we used to train top executives at Facebook, Audi and even the Navy SEALs, click the link here: ⁠https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview⁠ Follow Flow Research Collective: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@flowresearchcollective⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective⁠ X: ⁠https://twitter.com/thefrc_official⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.flowresearchcollective.com⁠ Flow Research Collective was founded by Steven Kotler, one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and author with over ten bestselling books.

Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a premium men's performance lifestyle company. In addition to Rhone, Nate also serves as Chairman of the Board of Beyond Type 1, a non-profit dedicated to the community of those with Type 1 Diabetes. In this episode, Nate and I discuss why searching for balance in life is a losing game and why we should be seeking harmony to align all areas of our lives. We also dive into why Nate left his job at the NFL to build a brand that matters, how to build resilience through tough times, and how faith has transformed him into the leader he is today. Key Points: What Nate learned from almost losing his son Doubt your doubts before you doubt your faith How Rhone was able to thrive through the pandemic Finding ways to stand out in a competitive market What separates successful people from everyone else Why Nate left his job at the NFL Building a brand that matters The profound meaning behind Rhone's iconic logo Investing in men's mental health Empowering the next generation of male leaders Why we should stop searching for balance in our lives Pursue harmony to find more fulfillment in life Nate's definition of Pure Ambition Connect with and follow Nate: Instagram LinkedIn Shop Rhone Connect with me: Download my FREE training app here: Upspace App Instagram: @dominicfusco TikTok: @dom_fusco YouTube: Dominic Fusco LinkedIn: Dominic Fusco Resources: Elevate your hydration and hit your protein goals with no sugar and nothing artificial and get 20% off with code DFUSCO20 at https://pwrlift.com/discount/DFUSCO20 Look, feel, and perform your best in life by leveling up your wardrobe with Rhone and receive 20% your order https://www.rhone.com/?discount=DOMINICFUSCO20&utm_campaign=dominicfusco&utm_source=GRIN&utm_medium=instagram&platform=grin&link_id=921134&token=cRNgnNE1woLm4mqYsibeLOXcOd8GYP6V&contact_id=6f29d8c5-f52e-46a8-a099-e7f8abb90c89&attribution_window=30 Want to help the show grow? Sweet! Here's what you can do: Share this episode with someone who would find value in it. Leave a 5-star rating and review on the podcast app and let me know your honest opinion! Share this episode on your IG story and tag me @dominicfusco

Nate Checketts, Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, discusses billionaire Blackstone executive David Blitzer, former hedge fund manager Gabe Plotkin and ex-football star Tim Tebow among the group of investors betting on the men's apparel brand. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nate Checketts, Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, discusses billionaire Blackstone executive David Blitzer, former hedge fund manager Gabe Plotkin and ex-football star Tim Tebow among the group of investors betting on the men's apparel brand. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 94 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features brothers Nate and Ben Checketts, the Co-Founders of Rhone since the brand was established in 2014.Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, Legends, FanVision, and Sports Radar.Before the age of 30, Nate Checketts founded and launched 4 companies including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers.In this episode, Michael, Nate, and Ben discuss how having difficult conversations builds deeper relationships, the power of setting boundaries at work, and how to align your goals in any business partnership.

Join Ken Pilot as he speaks with Co-Founder and CEO of Rhone, Nate Checketts, about his menswear business focused on fitness, comfort and everyday wear.Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggesttechnology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The NationalFootball League, Legends, FanVision and Sport Radar. Nate is also an avid entrepreneur who founded and launched 4companies before the age of 30, including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers. In 2020 Nate was selected by the Sports Business Journal to their 2020 list of Forty leaders under Forty.In addition to Rhone, Nate also serves as Chairman of the Board to Beyond Type 1, a non-profit dedicated to the community of those with Type 1 Diabetes. Nate graduated from Brigham Young University with a BA in Finance. He and his wife Dayna reside in Connecticut with their three young boys, Gabriel, William and Nicholas.About Rhone was founded in 2014 by brothers Nate & Ben Checketts. Rhone is a premium men's wellness brand that creates best in class performance-driven apparel that is engineered for an active lifestyle. Rhone is dedicated to using their platform and products to address and discuss the complex issues that modern men face. From raising awareness around the mental health crisis, to building mutually supportive communities, to providing men with practical tools and resources to navigate relationships, Rhone seeks to support men while providing them with versatileclothing for every aspect of their daily routine. Currently, Rhone has more than ten retail stores across the U.S., all of which are used for building community through various initiatives such as the brand's signature Mind & Muscleevents. Rhone is also sold in all Equinox locations, and available nationwide at Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Dillard's, SCHEELS, select CorePower Yoga locations, and more than 350 gyms and specialty stores across the country. Rhone is also a proud partner of Stitch Fix. More information can be found at www.Rhone.com.Key Highlights Include:Rhone's Origin and Vision: Rhone, a men's performance lifestyle brand, was founded with a vision to fill a void in the men's fashion space. The founders, including Nate Checketts and his brother Ben, aimed to create a brand that offered high-quality, versatile, and high-performance clothing that could be worn in various settings, blurring the lines between work and leisure attire.Balancing Family and Business: Nate and his brother Ben, along with their brother-in-law, founded Rhone as a family venture. They emphasize that working together as a family has been a positive experience, and Ben's interest in clothing design complemented Nate's entrepreneurial background.Omni-Channel Approach: While Rhone began as an e-commerce brand, it recognized the importance of an omni-channel approach. They expanded into physical retail stores, selecting high-end partners like Equinox to offer their products. This strategic move allowed them to meet customers where they were and helped them gain recognition in the market.Retail Expansion and Profitability: Rhone currently operates 15 retail stores, and they prioritize profitability over rapid expansion. They are careful in selecting wholesale partners, ensuring that the brand is represented appropriately. All of their stores are profitable, which has provided a strong foundation for future growth.Future Growth and Product Expansion: Rhone is exploring opportunities for growth, including potential expansion into the international market. They are also considering product line extensions, including potentially re-entering the women's market. However, their primary focus remains on delivering exceptional quality products and ensuring the customer's experience is at the forefront of their decisions.Investor Criteria: The company looks for investors who can bring value in three key areas:Reputation: They prefer investors with a notable name that they can leverage for credibility.Network: Investors who can make valuable introductions to other influential individuals.Expertise: Those who can offer valuable insights and advice when needed.Navigating Challenges During COVID: The COVID-19 pandemic brought both business and personal challenges. Managing the business crisis while also dealing with the human crisis was particularly difficult. It led to burnout and a realization that changes were needed.Growth and Transformation: Bringing in experienced executives who have successfully navigated company growth from smaller to larger stages was transformative for the business. This allowed the CEO to focus on their strengths and enabled the company to scale effectively.Focus on Mental Health: The brand's commitment to mental health has been a core part of its mission from the start. They recognize the unique challenges that men face in seeking and receiving mental health support. They've integrated physical activity with group therapy sessions to create a supportive community.Innovation and Technology: The company embraces technology as an enabler and is particularly interested in advancements related to customer data, retail analytics, and AI-driven customer service enhancements. They're using technology to gain a comprehensive view of their customers and to optimize their operations.

In this video, Nate Checketts owner of Popular Active Wear Rhone, discusses how to build a meaningful business while optimizing your health.Nate is a true authority on business and health, and his insights are invaluable. In this video, he sheds light on how to build a meaningful business while ensuring that your health remains optimal and taking care of yourself. If you're looking to build a successful business while staying healthy and fit, then this is a video you don't want to miss! #Rhone #healthylifestyle #REMPodcast

This week the crew sits down and talks with the CEO of Rhone fitness apparel company. We talk about his experiencing starting a company in a very competitive industry, which can often lead you and others to ask questions which could lead you away from your vision. Shutting up your inner critic is vital to stepping up and taking those risks. However it's not always about shutting it up, but creating a healthy relationship and boundaries with the critics. 

The Self Talk Struggle w/ NATE CHECKETTS (Highlights)

Nate Checketts, CEO and co-founder of men's apparel and activewear brand Rhone, has mastered the art of building a premium brand at a comfortable pace. Rhone, Checketts' 8-year-old brand based in Connecticut, has gone through its fair share of growing pains. Checketts owes its ability to power through the tough times to quality products and smart strategies.  "Part of the ethos and emphasis of Rhone has always been marrying aesthetic and function," Checketts said on the latest episode of the Glossy Podcast. Activewear, or as the brand categorizes it "performance lifestyle," has been a key driver of Rhone's business. The category performed incredibly well in 2019, but like every other brand, Rhone was not prepared for the year that followed. "[The year] 2020 was an enormous challenge for us because the interest swung into active and lounge[wear], and we could not keep those products in stock. We were chasing inventory," Checketts said. "Not only [were we] not able to get enough inventory to keep up with demand in a typical calendar year, but now, you have supply chain challenges and countries shutting down, too." Checketts said the sudden increase in demand and new challenges the team faced helped shape Rhone's business strategy from there. "As we thought about 2021, we had to start making calculated decisions as to when we thought lifestyle [apparel] was going to come back," Checketts said.

This is our 4th Founders Week here on the Men of the Hour podcast and this week Justin is interviewing founders of “better for your” businesses so we can learn how they built their brands, develop their teams and so much more! Whether or not you are or want to be a business owner, the episodes you will hear from this week are second to none as there are elements of thought leadership and inspiring stories we know will add value to you! Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder and CEO of Rhone, a men's athletic and casual work leisure brand that has really enhanced the experience both for their customers and company culture, through amazing leadership, heart and the purpose for a pursuit larger than one could ever imagine! Rhone creates performance-driven clothing for your active lifestyle. Each piece is designed for versatility and made with integrity to outfit you for an active life lived on your terms. Their promise is to help you move Forever Forward. Host and Executive Producer: Justin Crawford Produced by JUST Media This episode is sponsored by Better & Better. Find out more about this amazing company dedicated to your gut at www.betterandbetter.com and use the code MENOFTHEHOUR20 at checkout for 20% off your first order!

Athleisure is one the fastest growing and most competitive retail segments. The days of suits and tight jeans have passed. Fran Racioppi heads to New York City to sit down with Nate Checketts, Co-Founder and CEO of Rhone.Built on the mantra "we aren't just selling a product, we are selling a lifestyle," Fran and Nate discuss the three pillars of Rhone, building brand loyalty, the importance of intentionality, goals, standards and holding ourselves accountable to metrics. Nate and Rhone are also unrelenting supporters of men's mental health and reducing the stigmas around a man's ability to be open, vulnerable and in need. Fran and Nate dig deep on the importance of being there for each other and accepting that it's ok to not be ok. Plus, Fran sticks around for Rhone's first Mind and Muscle Event.Learn more about Nate and Rhone at Rhone.com, @rhone and @natechecketts. Read the full episode transcription here and learn more on The Jedburgh Podcast Website. Check out the full video version on YouTube.Highlights: -Fran & Nate sit down in Rhone's flagship store on 5th Avenue in the Flatiron district of New York City. -Nate shares how competition drives us away from each other. (7:52)-Intention, comfort and quality form the foundation of Rhone's products and the culture in the company; Nate is the biggest critic and hardest on the products. (10:5)-Nate's time at the NFL taught him valuable lessons on branding. (15:57)-Fran and Nate discuss the importance of quality, planned longevity of clothing, and why we always pick the same things out of our closets. (32:53)-Fran asks Nate to provide his assessment on the Athleisure industry. (41:05) -Nate credits his parents for instilling in him leadership lessons, hard work and an adherence to standards. (45:10) -Nate shares his methods to make mental health a toolkit to be used in difficult times. (56:20)Quotes: -“I don't think my mom believed we had a real business until we opened a store on 5th Avenue.” (3:41)-”Don't get caught up in the past. Don't get caught up in the future. But just keep kind of progressing.” (5:56)-“There was a lot of thought and intention behind everything that we do.” (11:40)-”We want to make things in a way that's perfect for our customer.” (32:19)-“If I give you one of our shorts it's gonna be the first thing out of your closet every single time.” (34:00)-”The lessons they taught me…I could not function as a leader without the principles that they instilled upon me.” (47:07)-“If you are struggling…the best thing you can do is talk about it with someone.” (52:48) -”Mental health should be viewed as developing a toolbelt when things get hard.” (56:20)-”Goal setting is the easy part…what's really really hard is monitoring that.” (1:01:42)Nate's three daily foundations to success:-Start the day with spirituality and gratitude-Move the body-Journal for mental health and reflectionThis episode is brought to you by Jersey Mike's, 18A Fitness, and Analytix Solutions

How do you push yourself and your goals forward while living a balanced life? This episode features Nate Checketts, the Co-Founder and CEO of Rhone, an activewear lifestyle brand founded on the ethos “Forever Forward”; a phrase that perfectly encapsulates what Nate is all about - get up every time you fall and improve and get better each day. Nate does this while making time for the most important thing in his life - his family, and we get into that and much more in this episode. Nate is someone who is creating something much larger than a clothing brand, and is an inspiration for men all around the world. In this episode, we're talking about some of Nate's beliefs around mobility, longevity, and long-term health. We discuss the importance of men being vulnerable, how discomfort can make you a better person, and being a great parent and husband while building a successful business. Nate has built a strong community around Rhone by associating the menswear label with issues like mental health, physical recovery, gender equality, and positive masculinity. He believes that long-term health and longevity is about striving for balance and doing different things that bring you joy and happiness. I couldn't agree more. Key Takeaways with Nate Checketts Be 1% better every day; in fitness, at work, at home. How Nate got into yoga, and how it changed his perception of fitness. How taking care of his physical and mental health makes him a better dad. Sustain mobility and fitness into your 30s and 40s, without killing your body! Ways in which you can improve your life by seeking discomfort. Greatness requires sacrifice, but you don't need to suffer. How to be present with your children and wife while running several businesses. Perfection is the greatest enemy of progress. Being an athlete is only a small part of being human. Setting goals is great, but do this after! You meditate, and you exercise; there's a way to do both! The importance of men sharing their emotions and being open. The Man Flow Yoga Members' Area - 7-Day FREE Trial Want on-demand yoga programs, workouts, tutorials & more? Visit ManFlowYoga.com/join and start your 7-day free trial today.  FREE 7-Day Beginner's Yoga for Men Challenge 15-Minute On-Demand Videos No flexibility, no yoga experience required. Noticeable results – feel better, stronger, and move better. BONUS ACCESS! Exclusive Members-Only workout: Head & Neck Essentials Routine Visit ManFlowYoga.com/7dc to start the challenge today! Connect with Dean Pohlman Facebook YouTube Instagram

PODCAST: Nate Checketts - Co-Founder and CEO of Rhone (@Rhone), joins Sports Business Radio for a conversation. it isn't easy starting a company and it's especially difficult to compete in the crowded menswear category. But Rhone, which launched in 2014, has figured out the void that was in the marketplace for performance driven clothing for men. Nate will share his Founder's story, why Rhone is much more than just a menswear company and what the future of “athleisure" is. Late NBA Commissioner David Stern was one of Rhone's early investors and current NBA star Jimmy Butler is a Rhone partner.  In our sports business headlines segment, we discuss the NFL QB carousel, Deshaun Watson's record-setting contract with the Cleveland Browns, a busy MLB hot stove and a thrilling first week of March Madness. Listen to the award-winning Sports Business Radio podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music or at www.sportsbusinessradio.com. Follow Sports Business Radio on Twitter @SBRadio and on Instagram @SportsBusinessRadio. This week's edition of Sports Business Radio is presented by @UnderdogFantasy. Underdog Fantasy is the Official Gaming Partner of Sports Business Radio and the fastest growing fantasy app ever released with investors that include Mark Cuban, Kevin Durant, Adam Schefter and Jared Goff. The Underdog Fantasy app is available at Underdogfantasy.com, on iOS, and on Android. We've got a SPECIAL OFFER FOR SPORTS BUSINESS RADIO LISTENERS: New users get up to $100 matched on their first deposit when they use the code SBR. So download the app at underdogfantasy.com and then enter the promo code SBR to get up to $100 to play with.  Sports Business Radio is also brought you by @Rhone. Rhone makes the absolute highest quality, best fitting and most comfortable performance driven clothing for men. Rhone is offering a 15% discount to Sports Business Radio listeners when you enter the promo code SBR15 at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nate Checketts, CEO and Co-Founder of men's activewear brand Rhone, shares how the company is expanding its physical presence and growing its brand while holding onto its core values. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a men's performance lifestyle brand founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, Legends, FanVision and Sport Radar. Nate is also an avid entrepreneur who founded and launched 4 companies before the age of 30, including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers. In 2020 Nate was selected by the Sports Business Journal to their 2020 list of Forty leaders under Forty. In addition to Rhone, Nate also serves as Chairman of the Board to Beyond Type 1, a non-profit dedicated to the community of those with Type 1 Diabetes. Nate graduated from Brigham Young University with a BA in Finance. He and his wife Dayna reside in Connecticut with their three young boys, Gabriel, William and Nicholas. In this episode, we chat about what it means to be a CEO in 2022, how to create an amazing family culture, and the best way to ask for help if you are struggling. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Nate Checketts, CEO and co-founder of men's activewear brand Rhone, shares how the company is expanding its physical presence and growing its brand while holding onto its values. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

In 2002, President James E. Faust gave a talk during the priesthood session of general conference. He said, “Your future may not hold fame or fortune, but it can be something far more lasting and fulfilling. Remember that what we do in life echoes in eternity.” Twelve years later in 2014, Nate Checketts co-founded Rhone Apparel, an activewear company for men. He hoped that positive messages on men's apparel could help shape the future of the little men he and his wife, Dayna, are raising. So he began adding messages on the inside of his company's clothes, including this quote by President Faust. On today's episode, we talk with Nate and Dayna about why they are passionate about creating a brand that teaches correct principles. "It is emotionally exhausting to try and decide whether or not you are going to serve in the church, whether or not you're going to read your scriptures that night, whether or not you're going to say a prayer. ...It is so much easier to just be fully committed to the Lord." Show Notes:  1:38- Public Figure Parents 7:02- Public Speaking and Disney Princesses 12:50- Christmas Pajamas 15:40- Messages for Men 19:02- Mental Health 25:22- Standing for Something 27:04- Teaching Correct Principles 32:06- Habits and Self-Care 38:01- Miracles 44:02- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Find the full episode transcript at ldsliving.com/allin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded on 08/31/21 Cowen's Retail, New Platform, & Luxury Analyst Oliver Chen speaks with Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, Nate Checketts on the inspiration behind the brand; opportunities to increase engagement and grow the market; the changing retail landscape; and focus areas on responsibility, sustainability, & ESG. For Disclosures, click here bit.ly/3cPHkNW

Boyd revisits conversations with three recent guests on the show to help answer the question: how can we really help each other? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both Liddy Huntsman and Nate Checketts have Type 1 diabetes. They joined Boyd to talk about their work for the Beyond Type 1 organization and why it's important for diabetics to make a community and help one another. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a men's performance lifestyle brand founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The NFL, Legends, FanVision and Sport Radar. Nate is also an avid entrepreneur who founded and launched 4 companies before the age of 30, including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers. In 2020 Nate was selected by the Sports Business Journal to their 2020 list of Forty leaders under Forty. In addition to Rhone, Nate also serves as Chairman of the Board to Beyond Type 1, a non-profit dedicated to the community of those with Type 1 Diabetes. Nate carries himself with a calm confidence that is rooted in humility and appreciation and he is one of the most thoughtful and intentional people I've ever had the opportunity to speak with. But above it all, he is an incredible man, husband, and father and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to have him on the show. Overview of Discussion Points Bringing up the next generation of men Leading with love and leadership, not shame Ryan Holiday - “Statue of Responsibility” Nate's Childhood 3rd of 6 children brother Spencer has a very success sports podcast in Utah Nate's Dad, Dave No tactic to intentionality, sincere What made him mad - entitlement, acting better than Parents did a great job on intentionally parenting in a privileged home Nate's definition of success Living up to dad's level of success Marriage how they met the role she plays in the family Lesson from mother - “love is a verb” marriage advice - “go to bed angry” Fatherhood Favorite part of being a dad is witnessing his kids develop Discussion about not over programming kids and letting kids be kids Intentionality of coaching character development Being the person our kids see us as What Nate struggles with Inferiority complex Relaxing Self-talk What Nate wants his kids to remember about him Where to follow: Rhone Website: http://www.rhone.com (www.rhone.com) IG: @rhone Nate IG: @natechecketts LinkedIn References Ryan Holiday - Statue of Responsibility: https://ryanholiday.net/why-we-need-a-statue-of-responsibility/ (https://ryanholiday.net/why-we-need-a-statue-of-responsibility) Spencer Checketts (Nate's brother) radio show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-drive-with-spence-checketts/id1476325554 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-drive-with-spence-checketts/id1476325554) VestaBoard: http://www.vestaboard.com (www.vestaboard.com) EveryMan: http://www.vestaboard.com (www.vestaboard.com)

Nate Checketts, the Co-Founder and CEO of Rhone, adds his page to the Marketing Playbook. Hear how to follow your heart and pursue your dreams, give it your all, focus on the day-to-day tactics and details, what Nate learned working for the NFL, and tales from growing up with a dad who was an NBA executive. Connect with Nate on LinkedIn and Instagram at @NateChecketts

#098 - Anthony & Josh chat with Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, Nate Checketts. Nate shares some adjustments he’s made to his routine since the start of the pandemic, lessons he’s learned to help him appreciate his situation given the external circumstances, some thoughts on shifting operations in regard to the continued success of his business, and a few ideas he’s seen work to increase employee drive and satisfaction at Rhone. After, Nate explains how his company was ready for the shift to a remote-focused work experience and what’s in store for Rhone in 2021. You can follow Nate on Instagram @natechecketts and check out his company @Rhone

Nate Checketts is the founder of Rhone an athleisure wear company he started in 2014. Nate is a master brand builder and someone who is creating something much larger than a clothing brand. Simply put, Rhone is committed to the committed. Those guided by principle, driven to succeed and devoted to family. Those who refuse to settle. With the global pandemic wreaking havoc on many businesses Nate discusses how he has continued to lead Rhone ahead during these challenging times.

Nate Checketts is the founder of Rhone an athleisure wear company he started in 2014. Nate is a master brand builder and someone who is creating something much larger than a clothing brand. Simply put, Rhone is committed to the committed. Those guided by principle, driven to succeed and devoted to family. Those who refuse to settle. With the global pandemic wreaking havoc on many businesses Nate discusses how he has continued to lead Rhone ahead during these challenging times.

Nate Checketts (Co-Founder & CEO, Rhone) and Greg have a very candid conversation on family, dyslexia, modern education, and the realities of work and life during a pandemic. They talk about the necessity of self-exploration and embracing your uniqueness in order to find your own highest level of contribution. What's Essential Podcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/essentialismpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/essentialismpodcast Greg McKeown Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregorymckeown LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregmckeown Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregorymckeown/ Scratch Audiohouse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheelhousegroup/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wheelhouse-group-llc/ Credits: Hosted by Greg McKeown Produced by Greg McKeown and Scratch Audiohouse Executive Produced by Greg McKeown, Avi Gandhi, Brent Montgomery, Eric Wattenberg, and Ed Simpson Co-Produced by Emma Gladstone and Paul Dizon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Nate Checketts, CEO and Co-founder of Rhone, a men's performance lifestyle brand. Nate attended Brigham Young University in 2004, studying finance, with an emphasis in entrepreneurship. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, FanVision, and Sports Radar. While working for the National Football League, Nate was introduced to a fabric that seemed to be only used in the women's category of clothing. This realisation led him to fill this void in the men's category, by creating Rhone, the men's active lifestyle brand it is today.Make sure to check out Rhone at: https://www.rhone.com/ Thank you to this episodes sponsor, SUPER NIGHT. SUPER NIGHT offers affordable LED light strips, which you can place to illuminate behind cabinets, tables, entertainment centers, and more. Their strips are easy and quick to install, assuring easy accessibility for correct placement. They offer a wide range of colors to choose from, so you can satisfy all rooms of your home, from your game room to the bedroom. Make sure to check out SUPER NIGHT at https://supernight.cc/ Follow Starting Small:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingsmallpod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Startingsmallpod/?modal=admin_todo_tourLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle 

Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a men's performance lifestyle brand founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, Legends, FanVision and Sport Radar. Nate is also an avid entrepreneur who founded and launched 4 companies before the age of 30, including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers. In addition to Rhone, Nate also serves as Chairman of the Board to Beyond Type 1, a non-profit dedicated to the community of those with Type 1 Diabetes. Nate graduated from Brigham Young University with a BA in Finance. #whatdrivesyou

Today we hear from Nate Checketts, co-founder, and CEO of premium men’s activewear brand Rhone. He discusses his vision of more comfortable, functional clothing for men that can be worn anywhere from the gym to the office—with the value of comfort only increasing in a post-COVID world. Having built a loyal customer base with the help of a high-quality online magazine, Nate goes on to explain how the company makes the most of an engaged, targeted audience with an omnichannel marketing approach. Contact Rhone and Nate:https://www.rhone.com/ Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RhoneApparel/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhone/Twitter: https://twitter.com/rhoneYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Rhoneapparel/featured Contact Greg:Email: Podcast@Omnisend.comTwitter: www.twitter.com/whatsgregdoing Contact Omnisend:www.Omnisend.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/omnisendTwitter: twitter.com/omnisendInstagram: www.instagram.com/omnisend/

Rhone founder Nate Checketts shares his founding insights into building one of the most successful direct to consumer luxury men's athletic wear brands. Nate dives into time management, balancing entrepreneurship with fatherhood, channeling failure to drive future success, and many more broadly applicable insights.   Nate also offers strong opinions on when to use your gut versus when to lean on data, productivity hacks (hint: busier is better & planning is key), and his tricks for an angel investing track record with an impressively high hit ratio. Nate's impressive résumé comes packaged alongside a values-driven leader for whom financial returns are more of a by-product than a stated goal. 

Nate is the CEO and Co-founder of Rhone — a men’s athletic apparel company with the mission to inspire men to be better while also producing great product. Nate joins Steph on the pod from New York City amidst COVID protocols and Black Lives Matter protests to talk about why company culture matters and recruiting beyond a resume. “Recruiting off of a resume and telling that person to go to a top 5 business school — I have no interest in that.” When Nate approached Steph to recruit for open roles at Rhone — he requested that she recruit for kindness. His desire was to create a culture where kindness was expected and fostered. “My job and my responsibility as a leader is to set up a culture that makes it easy to be the best version of yourself”. Listen in to hear how Nate is building a world class business with kindness at its core, and why vulnerability in business matters. Show Links: https://www.rhone.com

WHOOP and high-performance apparel brand Rhone have teamed up for an all-new drop of WHOOP clothing. Rhone CEO and Co-Founder Nate Checketts joins the WHOOP Podcast to discuss the partnership, his views on the role of technology in our world, and how he uses WHOOP to optimize his own life. Nate talks about why he was always cut out to be an entrepreneur (1:56), leaving his job at the NFL to start his own business (4:03), why he loves his WHOOP (7:30), his relationship with former NBA Commissioner David Stern (8:06), how WHOOP is a part of his toolkit to manage diabetes (10:43), his philosophy on business (12:35), pioneering technology advancements in fabric (13:13), the new WHOOP/Rhone clothing (16:21), what he's learned about late meals from his WHOOP data (27:30), why he's cherishing more time at home during COVID-19 (30:52), and his advice for potential entrepreneurs (34:34).Support the show (http://whoop.com)

Randall Rothenberg sits down with successful founders Nate Checketts from Rhone and Deepa Gandhi from Dange Dover to discuss their current challenges and share insights on managing business in times of crisis. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. As we move from the urgent stage of dealing with the coronavirus and begin to reactive our economy, we must be methodical and focus on maintaining healthy practices. Testing is essential to make informed decisions. Nate Checketts of the Utah Department of Health will tell us more. NATHAN CHECKETTS Testing is vital to our success in getting back to work. The emphasis on testing, however, does not suggest that we can stop social distancing or practicing necessary hygiene. We must continue to be aware and continue to protect ourselves and others. Screening employees when they come to work is critical in keeping the workplace safe. Companies need to make sure their employees are not carrying the virus. Employees must support each other is keeping the workplace free from the coronavirus. We recommend that offices designate a point person to monitor, assist, and provide accurate information when questions and concerns arise. To help employers and employees determine who needs to be tested, we have introduced the “Healthy Together” app, which provides a step-by-step process. To download the app, simply go to coronavirus.utah.gov. You can begin using it today! NATHAN CHECKETTS Download the “Healthy Together” app now at coronavirus.utah.gov. Together we can beat the coronavirus and restore Utah's remarkable economy. I'm Derek Miller, of the Salt Lake Chamber, and this is “Speaking on Business.” Originally aired: May 4, 2020.

Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a premium men's performance lifestyle company.  They make awesome gear for running, working out and more. Like all businesses CEOs, COVID-19 threw Nate a major curveball.  He responded not only on behalf of Rhone, but also by creating BrandsxBetter, a coalition of 128 (and growing) like-minded brands who are committed to providing aid in a time of crisis. All coalition members have pledged to donate 10% of their proceeds to charities focused on fighting and alleviating the social and economic impact of COVID-19 on our communities.  Additionally, they have all committed to providing customers with additional value, like discounts or gifts with purchase. At a time when all these brands are extraordinarily challenged, it's amazing to see them rise to the occasion and go the extra mile for their employees, customers and communities. To learn more and support the amazing brands in BrandsXBetter, go to: https://BrandsXBetter.com. Big thanks to Nate for walking with us. #EveryMileMatters!

This is the first podcast of the Motivated C19 series where co-hosts Dalia Strum, Founder of RethinkConnect and Pablo Henderson, VP of Marketing at Equinox Hotels feature guests who are inspiring others and are working on initiatives that embrace motivation. They are focused on connecting with thought leaders and industry experts where they discuss what they’re working on, some of the strategies they’ve deployed during this time, how they’ve shifted their mindset and most importantly how they’re keeping themselves as well as the people around them motivated. This episode featured Nate Checketts, the founder of Rhone where they discussed the Brands x better initiative that he launched and the criteria for brands to get involved. He learned early on that "the cheerleader approach" wasn’t the right approach. “By giving a false sense of optimism, then I lose credibility as a leader.” They had to make changes and adapt based on the current state of affairs. His immediate response was "sitting back and waiting for someone else to solve these problems forces us to give up the ability to do good." They needed to come from a place of “We got this. Let’s lock arms and find ways to lean on each other” We discussed Stephen Covey's The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People where relationships are like emotional bank accounts. You make deposits and you make withdrawals. "My hope is that I made enough deposits into our collective emotional bank accounts that it would keep our relationship balance in the positive." He left us with a few challenges: Do your own self analysis. Think about what motivates you. Write down a list of your favorite moments that have happened in your life and when you’re feeling down, pull out that list and think about how it lifts you “life’s greatest moments list” Get to bed early (not 8 hours of sleep) early to bed and early to rise Remember to smile, tell your body to show you’re happy Find a small piece of poetry and memorize it. When I’m having a difficult moment, those words come into my mind. The content you choose to put into your brain will be with you when you’re challenged. Pick a poem that you love and spend time memorizing it and let those words sink into your mind. Hope you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and stay tuned on linkedin and instagram for additional updates.

In the midst of a pandemic, businesses and consumers are prompted to hurry up and wait. Meanwhile, the definition of essentials is governed, retail locations are ordered to close, and more and more people are out of work. While a period of in-between can feel stagnant, Rhone founder Nate Checketts decided to take action. He recruited 20 brands to join BRANDS × BETTER — a new coalition of companies that have pledged to donate a portion of their funds to COVID-19 relief organizations. This not only supports to relief efforts, but keeps businesses up and running. From "Not another coronavirus email" to unwavering product launches, Nate and his team at Rhone have opted for action instead of reaction and adapted with solutions that are right for their business and their customers.Links and images on the Lumi blog: https://www.lumi.com/wellmade

John Ballay, the CEO of Knot Standard, Melissa Mash, the Founder and CEO of Dagne Dover, and Nate Checketts, the CEO and Co-Founder of Rhone recently started an initiative called Brands x Better, a group of 27 brands that are united in an effort to raise awareness and funds for various charities that are helping the COVID-19 crisis. We talk about: how the digitally native leaders and the fashion industry as a whole are reacting to the crisis, the changes and innovation that will emerge from this uncertain time, how this initiative pledges to pay it forward to those on the front lines, and more. To learn more about Brands x Better, please visit their website.   Interviewed by Mortimer Singer.

Brothers of Spence, Ben and Nate Checketts joins The Drive to talk about what their company is doing during these times to help with the relief of COVID-19.

The full show of The Drive with Spence Checketts. We talk to Tom Haberstroh and why he thinks the NBA won't return, what has the coronavirus done to the sport of UFC with Sean O'Connell, Elliot Fall breaks down the Most Beloved Player bracket, and Ben & Nate Checketts reunite with big brother Spence.

Rhone CEO Nate Checketts said his company "saw the writing on the wall really quickly" in the early days of the coronavirus pandemic. Companies like his men’s activewear brand would soon be bloated with inventory and feel the pressure to boost e-commerce promotions. "If everybody's getting promotional all at once, that's going to shift customer demand away from us if we're continuing to operate at full price," Checketts said. "So I challenged our team in 24 hours to get a promotion ready and to be ready to effectively communicate to the customers about what steps and actions we were taking." That plan included an email newsletter that's actually useful to readers instead of just being a distress call -- and the rare discount on Rhone products. "We won't go deep, but you will see brands that will have to," Checketts said. "In some cases it might act as a clearing house to get non-serious players out, and that will present some opportunities. I do think that brands that I won't name but leaned so heavily into retail before they were really ready for it are in a lot of pain now," he added. Even on Rhone's e-commerce front, he said, "there's definitely been a demand impact, no question." Checketts talked about leadership values, what brick-and-mortar landlords should keep in mind and how he's staying honest with his employees.

About this episode This week's featured founder is an entrepreneur who was miserable in his career with the NFL and decided it was time to create a brand that matters. Meet Nate Checketts, co-founder and CEO of Rhone. Rhone is an activewear brand specifically for men. You may immediately associate Lululemon as a women's brand. Well, that is what Rhone is for men. Apparel is an incredibly hard industry, and what makes Nate's story so fascinating is that he is not a fashion-forward person, nor does he have a long career in the apparel logistics, or any logistics business. So, are you still wondering why Nate left the NFL to start a men's activewear brand? Of course, we unpack that part of his story in this episode. But, like every episode, we need to start at the beginning to understand how someone might actually find themselves unhappy working for an icon of a brand like the NFL. Here is Nate Checketts' startup story. In this episode, you'll hear Nate starts our conversation with a profound insight: "We are so easily attached to people's successes that we discount what challenges they're going through or what failures they have." We jump into the Wayback machine and discuss Nate's childhood, including his early desire to be an inventor and how he viewed his father, who was the youngest General Manager in NBA history. How he had no clue what we wanted to do after high school, but he did know that he wanted to prove that he could be successful on his own The story of how Nate wrote a business plan about connecting text messaging to restaurants for people to order; long before he graduated from college. How he pivoted and started his first venture revolving around the sports stadium model. His transition to working for the NFL, running the sponsorship strategy group on new business development Nate's struggle while working at the NFL, feeling miserable and knowing it wasn't the job for him How and when he decided to leave the NFL and the catalyst that led him to launch Rhone Some of the lessons learned from his first startup and how he applied them to the launch of Rhone The start of Rhone including funding, launch strategy and demographics Why Nate believes Rhone can be a billion-dollar brand, but the culture of Rhone must stay rooted in the principals that he founded the company on "If you look at those who have succeeded in any capacity, their journey is fraught with incredible challenges.” Nate Checketts Resources from this episode For updates on The Startup Story LIVE Dallas visit: http://facebook.com/thestartupstory Fuse Workspace: http://workatfuse.com Rhone: https://www.rhone.com/ Nate Checketts on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natechecketts/ The Startup Story on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thestartupstory The Startup Story is now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jamesmckinney The Startup Story on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestartupstory Share the podcast The Startup Story community has been so incredible sharing our podcast with others, and we thank you! We do have more stories to tell and more people to reach. There are three ways you can help. First, the most powerful way you can support this podcast is by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Second, follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and be sure to share your favorite Startup Story episodes with your friends and on social media. Tag or mention @thestartupstory.co so we can give you a virtual high five and a thank you! Lastly, share the podcast on LinkedIn. The Startup Story podcast is for entrepreneurs. Don't underestimate the power of sharing on LinkedIn so other entrepreneurs can discover us. With your support, we hope to further our reach in encouraging and inspiring the founders of today and tomorrow. Thank you! EPISODE CREDITS If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Contact him today at https://emeraldcitypro.com/startupstory Special Guest: Nate Checketts.

Pat and Posh are back with an all-new segment of After Hours, the first of 2020!During a previous episode of After Hours recorded in February 2019, Pat and Posh [jokingly] predicted that Jeff Bezos would buy the Amazon Rainforest in order to fight climate change. This week, Bezos announced he would be pledging $10 billion by establishing the Bezos Earth Fund to support initiatives aimed at fighting climate change. Speak things into existence, folks!This segment also includes a recap of the last several episodes, what’s going on with SoftBank companies, and much more. Tune in and enjoy the show!SUBSCRIBE TO TFH NEWSLETTER & STAY UPDATED > http://bit.ly/tfh-newsletterFOLLOW TFH ON INSTAGRAM > http://www.instagram.com/thefounderhourFOLLOW TFH ON TWITTER > http://www.twitter.com/thefounderhourINTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR? EMAIL US > partnerships@thefounderhour.com

While working for the NFL (which would be a dream job for most) Nate Checketts, CEO & Co-Founder of Rhone, saw an opportunity. He noticed that almost all of the innovation that was happening in activewear space was happening on the women's side of the business. So after a discussion with his co-founder and some research, he decided that they would launch their apparel brand. There was just one small challenge, they knew nothing about fashion or eCommerce or really anything about building a brand from the ground up. But what's a small problem like that to an entrepreneur?   In part 1 of this insightful episode, Nate discusses Why they chose to be digitally native from the beginning, How & what he learned about making the best products possible, Why every company needs to be a product company at its' core, Why if you don't create great products you don't deserve to exist, The three Mega Trends that they used to grow their brand, What were their mistakes, What they did right, Why it's important not to be complacent, Why email is their number one channel by far, How it's dangerous for a startup to live in an echo chamber and so much more.    Join us while Ramon Vela interviews Nate while he shares the inside story of a brand. For more on Rhone visit: https://www.rhone.com/ Visit the partners who make this show possible: Privy - https://www.privy.com/cf Fenix Commerce - https://www.fenixcommerce.com/ Retention Science - RetentionScience.com

Nate Checketts is the co-founder and CEO of Rhone, a men’s performance lifestyle company founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, the NFL, Legends, FanVision, and Sport Radar.In this episode, Nate joins Pat and Posh to share his story of growing up in Connecticut and always having an entrepreneurial bug in him. His father was a successful business executive in the world of sports (former GM of the Utah Jazz and CEO of NBA International) and Nate always felt pressure to be a success as well, in his own way.While in college, he started a technology company which was a mobile app that allowed fans in a stadium to order food directly from their seats, and the company was sold the San Francisco 49ers after 3 years. While selling a company in your mid-twenties may cause people to believe you’ve reached a point of massive success, Nate ultimately felt like a failure. Things just hadn’t worked out the way he had planned and he was eager for more.After a brief stint working for the NFL, Nate left his job to launch Rhone. He had seen a gap in the men’s activewear and lifestyle category and was on a mission to create a brand that made an impact. He also noticed that the behavior of men was changing when it came to their relationship with clothing, and he was compelled to do something about it.Today, Rhone is one of the fastest-growing brands in the activewear category and is the #1 men’s brand sold at Equinox and Peloton.During this conversation, Nate also sheds light on the valuable business lessons he’s learned throughout his career, what takes an idea from zero to one, the pros and cons of being an entrepreneur, fundraising, “athleisure” vs. performance lifestyle, and the challenges as well as benefits of Ecommerce vs. Retail.SUBSCRIBE TO TFH NEWSLETTER & STAY UPDATED > http://bit.ly/tfh-newsletterFOLLOW TFH ON INSTAGRAM > http://www.instagram.com/thefounderhourFOLLOW TFH ON TWITTER > http://www.twitter.com/thefounderhourINTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR? EMAIL US > partnerships@thefounderhour.com

Working at the NFL gave Rhone CEO Nate Checketts a pretty good lay of the land as far as men's activewear went. And what he saw was a big hole in the supply-side of the market. "Lululemon was really leading the charge" in marketing premium workout clothes to women, he said. "And then you had all of these brands that were there going after the same customer." But no one seemed to be doing that for men. "If you were to look at the men's side -- at, call it a 40% price premium to the Nike, Under Armour, Reebok, Adidas of the world -- it was crickets. It was nobody." So Checketts co-founded Rhone, a clothing company meant to give guys threads that they can wear at the gym, in social settings or often both. In this week’s episode of Making Marketing, Checketts talked about just how far back the DTC model goes, why it's easier than ever to go small (but harder than ever to go big) and the tough standards venture capitalists often judge brands by.

Nate Checketts has an amazing story and mindset around building one of the most disruptive companies in the Mens Clothing space.  He built the brand around the idea of being the absolute best in the category.  His story is a great entrepreneurs tail that has lead to the growth of this iconic company.  In this episode he tells his story, gives some great advise for business and life and talks about his journey and involvement as a Type 1 Diabetic and the Chairman of Beyond Type 1.   As always let me know what you think of this episode by commenting on the instragam post about it @danielgcox For more info on Rhone, Nate, or Beyond Type 1 click on these links.

Guest Bio:Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a premium men's active wear company founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, Legends and FanVision. Nate is also an avid entrepreneur who founded and launched 4 companies before the age of 30 including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers. Nate serves on the boards of Veritone. Nate graduated from Brigham Young University with a BA in Finance. He and his wife Dayna reside in Connecticut with their three young boys, Gabriel, William and Nicholas.

Growing up in a big family in the North-East USA, Nate Checketts always knew he wanted to create something innovative, but back then there wasn't even a word being used for he wanted to do. He first thought he might be an inventor, but it was clear from pushing around his red-cart lemonade stand from an early age, that he also loved to sell. He'd sell anything if he could. It was inevitable he'd soon be walking the path of entrepreneurship. He tinkered around with a few failing ideas on the side of his full time job running sponsorship strategies for the NFL. One day his regular practice of journaling shed some deep understanding of what he had to do in life. While not feeling fulfilled in his role, he wrote;   “I want to lead a company that really matters, side note - that doesn't necessarily mean I have to cure cancer”   At the same time, a Lululemon christmas present from mom - for all the family, triggered an idea; men are at a point of identity crisis right now, when it comes wearing clothes that make you feel good. This same kind of approach that was working predominantly in female branding, could be marketed at guys too. He and a few family members (having received a gift they weren't too thrilled about) spotted the gap in the market for great quality activewear specifically for men. And NOT just a brand that is targeted purely at the athletic type, but one that could speak to every normal guy out there. The concept became even deeper when they decided to target men who want to achieve more, dads wishing to be better parents, guys open to self growth, men wishing to find purpose and work harder. Not just how good you are crossfit or how many miles you could run. They crafted something that was missing, clothes that are as comfortable as sweatpants but smart enough to wear on Wall Street.   “Everyone should feel tall, proud, and inspired, that's when we decided to innovate, educate and inform our community that we was building. We needed to speak to the individual, other brands just weren't”   Story telling became a big part of their business startup using instagram and other social media platforms, NOT the little things like logo, name and email address, all these things that didn't really mean much. They stood by a unique ethos; If all your clothes in the closet are clean, which ones are you picking out first - They wanted to be that brand!   Here's what we get into on this episode. Taking the risk of dropping out of your full time job for something that is uncertain Not waiting on the idea or product being perfect before starting How two near fatal incidents nearly put the breaks on Rhone Turning what could have been a disaster into 100% commitment. The importance of focus Viewing yourself as unemployable Hiring people as crazy as yourself Getting comfortable with chaos The differences between seed investment and bootstrapping Being proud of what you do and letting the world see it   “To be successful you need have a succession of great years, To have great years you have to think about how you can have great days, you can do that with the 5-minute journal” Hope you enjoyed this week's episode with Nate Checketts , you can find out more about him here: Rhone.com Twitter Linked in Instagram   Find books and resources mentioned here: 4-Hour Work Week - Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Timothy Ferriss Let My People Go Surfing - The Education of a Reluctant Businessman by Yvon Chouinard Convertible Note  - Wikipedia description Produced by Jason Sanderson - Podcast Tech Full show notes: https://www.ikonns.com/podcast/episode18

Nate Checketts founded Rhone, a premium active men’s apparel company that makes honestly the best workout gear in the world. I say that not as Nate’s friend - I say that as a repeat customer. What makes this episode special is some of the vulnerability that Nate shares about the challenges of his journey, including a literal life changing moment where he almost died due to his type 1 diabetes and how he prioritizes family. I also loved hearing how his leadership team kicks off their weekly meeting talking about their company principles on a rotating basis. I know you will enjoy this conversation, as it is a really unique view on two founders on parallel roller coasters.

Nate Checketts grew up in a prominent sports family. His father Dave was the President of The NY Knicks and MSG. We could’ve talked sports for hours. He’s also got a brother who’s a sports talk host so it comes naturally. But rather, what we got into was his close, loving and respectful relationship with his family and how he was raised with chores, responsibilities and having to earn and learn for himself along the way. An entrepreneur from his early teen years starting a camp at age 13, collecting golf balls and re-selling them he’s resigned to the notion that entrepreneurship is his path and that creating, building and cultivating a business and brand is his calling. That brand is RHONE, a high end activewear brand for men. Founded in 2014, the company launched as an online retailer only. In 2015, it went out to retail in such places as Nordstrom and Equinox. It has continued to grow into one of the premier brands in a highly competitive marketplace. Nate is a husband, father and teacher, volunteering his time to teach high school kids during the week. He’s also one of the most structured planners I’ve had on the show. Hearing about his productivity planner and schedule was eye opening. His perspective on flow and living his days with intention really hit home. Enjoyed this conversation immensely and look forward to sporting RHONE at this year’s Decathlon and supporting the brand and Nate as they grow

Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a premium men’s activewear company founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, Legends, FanVision and Sport Radar, and serves on the board of Veritone. Nate is also an avid entrepreneur who founded and launched 4 companies before the age of 30, including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers. Nate graduated from Brigham Young University with a BA in Finance. He and his wife Dayna reside in Connecticut with their three young boys, Gabriel, William, and Nicholas. He has served in a bishopric and as an Elders Quorum president and is currently serving as an early-morning seminary teacher. Highlights In this wide-ranging interview, Brother Checketts discusses principles of leadership that he uses daily in his church service as well as in the business world including: (16:00) How can we have an impact in our callings/positions? How can we create positive change? —Getting past the administration and focusing on helping those we serve feel like we love and care about them and helping them feel and recognize the spirit —Looking to other great leaders as examples (23:30) The importance of genuine empathy for those within our stewardship (28:30) Conducting one-on-one interviews —Asking what’s on their minds – starting with their concerns —Being clear about expectations prior to the meeting (30:15) Importance of building relationships of trust (31:00) Leading with love Links Rhone.com The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen R. Covey Alexander Hamilton, by Ron Chernow John Adams, by David McCullough

Function. Fashion. Very rarely do the two come hand-in-hand, especially in the athletic apparel industry. Nate Checketts sought to bridge this gap by creating a clothing line that went the extra mile again and again because he knew that was exactly the type of person who would wear it. His company, Rhone, is the product of a lifetime of entrepreneurial spirit, Nate shares with us his story of the lessons learned, mistakes made and what exactly it takes in order to successfully step out on your own and serve a need (and make it a thriving business at the same time.) Rhone is for every man. Like their website says, "Whether running errands, jumping on a flight, or pushing hard in the gym, Rhone feels good, looks good, performs better. Ultimately we want to capture that which inspires all of us. Our belief is we can push each other and our product forward each day." And they even have "#foreverforward" as their driving hashtag, how perfect is that?!

Nate Checketts joins Joe and tom this week for a conversation on sports apparel. Nate is the founder of Rhone apparel, a new innovative sports apparel brand. They have since grown 250% year over year and have been named the “hottest active wear brand around.” Before founding Rhone, Nate worked for the NFL in their Business Development department. In this episode, Nate talks about starting Rhone, from the genesis of the idea all the way to securing funding and growing the company into a powerhouse. Nate also shares his insights on the most effective marketing techniques for sports brands. Be sure to check out Rhone Apparel:  https://www.rhone.com/ You can find Nate on Twitter @natechecketts   The Facts   The CUSP Show is a production by the faculty of Sports Management at Columbia University. You can get in touch with the program on Twitter @CU_SPS_Sports Our presenters are Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR).

Episode 194: Nate Checketts - CEO Of Rhone: Leaving Comfort To Make An Impact Subscribe on iTunes  or Stitcher Radio The Learning Leader Show "If I didn't think people could change, then I think life would be less meaningful." In This Episode, You Will Learn: Common themes of leaders who sustain excellence: It's easy to say someone "got lucky" but that is almost never the case Routine - The best have a routine for long term success. Need good years, need good months, need good weeks, need good days.  You must plan for that success.  Create routines Advice from Jack Dorsey: How to stay focused? Focus on one thing at a time Set specific days for certain meetings and do not deviate.  Take ownership of your calendar and schedule Nate's Routine Wake up at 5 am Spritual time, meditation Write in The 5 Minute Journal Exercise, Yoga, Running Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - At his desk by 7:30 "Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that is the stuff life is made of." - Ben Franklin "Be the dentist of your own calendar" The story of getting Rhone started in 2011 Nobody was doing premium menswear Feb. 2013 incorporated Spent an hour each way on the train commuting to his job working on Rhone "Why does it feel like taboo to talk about inspiring men?  It shouldn't" Describing the fund raising process "Raising capital is much more art than science" "The biggest key for us was photography.  People needed to see it" Why Shane Battier is a Rhone guy After raising $8M, how do you decide where to spend that money? Speaking about the success of his Dad, Dave Checketts (CEO of Madison Square Garden, New York Knicks) How to instill a work ethic in your children? What it was like growing up with ultra successful parents and how that impacted him How Nate and his wife parent their children How the quote "He was born on third base and convinced he hit a triple" has motivated Nate How he made money creating a sports camp in his backyard growing up "You can't teach effort" Books to read: 7 Habits (Covey) How Habits Work (Duhigg) Red Rising (Fiction) Learning Leader = "I love the idea of being an eternal student." "Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that is the stuff life is made of." - Benjamin Franklin Continue Learning: Follow Rhone on Twitter: @rhone Follow Nate on Twitter: @natechecketts Connect with me on LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group: The Learning Leader Community To Follow Me on Twitter: @RyanHawk12 You may also like these episodes: Episode 078: Kat Cole – From Hooters Waitress To President of Cinnabon Episode 071: Nate Boyer - Green Beret, Texas Football, The NFL Episode 179: How To Sustain Excellence - The Best Answers From 178 Questions Episode 107: Simon Sinek – Leadership: It Starts With Why Did you enjoy the podcast? If you enjoyed hearing Nate Checketts on the show, please don’t hesitate to send me a note on Twitter or email me. Episode edited by the great J Scott Donnell The Learning Leader Show is supported by FreshBooks: FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to FreshBooks.com/Learning and enter LEARNING LEADER in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

@Rhone Apparel Co Founder @NateChecketts and I discuss what Rhone is (besides outstanding fitness wear) and what it means to be a man, why helping others in important, and some upcoming projects to look out for.  Check out Rhone's Indigogo page.   

Karina LeBlanc, women's pro soccer player & goalkeeper for the Canadian Women's Soccer Team since 1998, joins us to discuss her career as well as how women's soccer can capitalize on the momentum built from the 2015 Women's World Cup. Nate Checketts, co-founder of Rhone Apparel joins us to discuss his high-quality, men's sportswear company. Neil Horowitz, digital and social media expert and host of the Digital and Social Media Sports podcast joins us to discuss a big week for sports on social media as well as emerging technologies. Follow us on Twitter @SBRadio