Branded Paddles and Big Dreams | Founder of Killa Dinks Griffin Toren

Elevator no. 215: Griffin Toren is the founder and CEO of Killa Dinks, a fast-growing pickleball and padel paddle company creating custom products for brands like Apple, Poppi, and the Miami Marlins. He started the company while still an undergrad at the University of Miami, turning a side hustle into a full-fledged business before graduation.Inside this Podcast:Griffin reflects on the pressure of building a company as a student, the mindset required to grow fast without burning out, and how relationships and customer service have been his biggest assets. We talk about the rise of pickleball, the beauty of learning on the fly, and what’s next for Killa Dinks.Chapters02:32The Rise of Pickleball and Its Appeal04:58Building a Brand in a Competitive Market07:39Balancing College Life and Entrepreneurship10:45The Drive Beyond Financial Gain12:41The Elevator Mindset: A Blessing or a Curse?20:55Lessons from the Journey of Entrepreneurship25:48The Importance of Customer Service29:24Balancing Business and Personal Relationships33:45The Future of Killa Dinks and Growth Mindset