Ep. 004 - Chris Horan (Compound) "How to get sponsored" - Merlin Archery Podcast: With Grizzly Jim

In Episode 4 of the Merlin Archery Adventures Podcast, Grizzly Jim sits down with one of the hardest-working guys in the sport, compound archer Chris Horan.Chris has built his life around archery, travelling to events, working on some of the biggest stages in the world, and representing multiple archery brands through pro staff and factory team roles. In this episode, we get into what that actually looks like day-to-day, and what it really means to be a sponsored archer at a high level.Chris and Jim chat about how to represent brands properly, what companies are looking for when they choose their sponsored archers, and how to stand out in the world of competitive archery, especially if you’re trying to break into pro staff or land sponsorships.Chris also shares some great behind-the-scenes insight from major events, including his experience working at elite competitions and events around the world, even the Olympics, helping keep things running smoothly when it matters most.It’s a relaxed, honest conversation with loads of insight into compound archery, archery sponsorship, and the industry side of the sport, with a few good stories thrown in along the way.Sit back, grab a coffee, and enjoy the episode.You can find Chris here on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/chrishoran1400Grizzly Jim: https://www.instagram.com/thatgrizzlyjimAnd Merlin:https://www.instagram.com/merlin_archery