Unlocking Elite Performance with Volt Athletics: A Conversation with CEO Dan Giuliani

Episode Summary: In this episode, Joel Calkins interviews Dan Giuliani, the CEO and co-founder of Volt Athletics, a groundbreaking company in the fitness and sports performance industry. Dan shares his decade-long journey from working with athletes at high schools and colleges to co-founding a company that leverages AI technology to provide personalized training programs. They discuss the origins of Volt, the challenges faced, and the future of fitness tech. Key Topics Covered: Introduction and Background: Joel introduces Dan Giuliani and gives an overview of Volt Athletics. Dan shares his background in strength and conditioning and how it led to the creation of Volt. The Genesis of Volt Athletics: Dan recounts the early days of Volt, starting as a side project with his roommate. The initial goal was to create a better spreadsheet for training programs, which evolved into a comprehensive AI-driven platform. Identifying the Gap in the Market: Dan explains the gap in high-quality training access for non-elite athletes. The mission to democratize access to elite training guidance. Development of Volt’s AI Technology: How Volt's AI adapts training programs in real-time based on athlete performance. The importance of personalized training and the ability to scale for large groups. Success Stories and Applications: Examples of how Volt is used by sports teams, military groups, fire departments, and corporate wellness programs. Dan highlights success stories and the impact Volt has had on various organizations. Challenges and Learnings: Joel and Dan discuss the challenges faced during the development and scaling of Volt. Key learnings and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the fitness tech space. Future of Volt Athletics: Dan shares his vision for the future of Volt and the potential for further innovation. The role of AI and technology in shaping the future of sports performance and fitness. Closing Thoughts: Joel thanks Dan for sharing his journey and insights. Dan’s final thoughts on the importance of perseverance and innovation in entrepreneurship. Quotes: "We wanted to build something that could impact at large scale and provide high-quality training guidance to anyone, anywhere." - Dan Giuliani "Volt is designed to deliver expertise and adapt it to what you need, given where you actually are." - Dan Giuliani "The real interesting part of the technology for me is how it adapts to each athlete's needs in real-time." - Dan Giuliani Resources Mentioned: Volt Athletics Website Volt Athletics on Twitter Joel Calkins on LinkedIn Connect with Us: Subscribe to the Podcast: Amazon Podcasts Spotify LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelcalkins/ Join the Conversation: Use #MasterInTheHustle to share your thoughts on this episode. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with your network. Stay tuned for more inspiring conversations on the Master in the Hustle Podcast!