Seppe Smits about how he made the switch from hobbyist to professional, how sponsorship deals evolve, the impact of expectations as a world champion, financial challenges and much more. Listen on:

Seppe Smits podcast: Topics and YouTube timestamps:

2:04 The first Belgian snowboard team

8:54 From top gym to professional

11:00 Results mean bigger budgets

18:40 Pioneering as the first Belgian snowboard professional

20:00 An American agent with great promises

21:44 The pros and cons of an agent

27:05 Ambassador of the Big Air World Cup in Antwerp (which Seppe wins)

34:25 How do you manage the financial side?

37:29 The net worth of Seppe Smits

39:44 Sponsorship income depends on market size

41:56 How do injuries impact finances?

45:23 How important is social media as a top athlete?

48:12 Importance of vision and mission in your career

51:31 The end of the relationship with the agent

56:03 The strategy behind the Red Bull helmet and cap

1:02:02 Seppe brought some items to the Webhero studio (see YouTube)

1:13:00 Story: Seppe Smits' double

1:13:55 The first sustainable Belgian splitboard

1:18:19 A future as a sustainability and mindset keynote speaker