The Future of Sports Tech in India with Olympian Shikha Tandon #232

🎙Welcome back to another episode of the Sports Tech Allstars Podcast! With continued focus on the Indian ecosystem in build up to the Indian Sports Biz & Tech Report, we present: Shikha Tandon, Chief Resilience and Partnerships Officer at svexa. In this episode, we discuss Shikha's journey from being an elite athlete to working in the sports tech industry, the role of technology in enhancing athletic performance, and the current state of the Indian sports tech ecosystem. Shikha shares insights on the challenges faced in adopting technology in sports, the importance of youth development in preparation for the 2036 Olympics, and her personal aspirations to contribute to India's sports landscape. Takeaways - Shikha Tandon is a former Olympian and an Arjuna Awardee. - Svexa focuses on human performance through technology and analytics. - The transition from athlete to tech innovator can be smooth with the right academic background. - Technology is revolutionizing athletic performance and training methods. - The Indian sports tech market is at a unique inflection point, especially with the 2036 Olympics bid. - Adoption of technology in sports faces challenges such as resistance from coaches and lack of infrastructure. - Youth development is crucial for India's future success in sports. - Collaboration among stakeholders is essential for driving innovation in sports tech. - Sports can play a significant role in promoting health and wellness in society. - Personal experiences and insights from athletes can greatly enhance the sports tech ecosystem. To learn more, visit: svexa.com Get in touch with Shikha Tandon at: www.linkedin.com/in/shikha-tandon-oly-1246ab31/ Hosted by ⁠Rohn Malhotra⁠ from ⁠SportsTechX⁠ - Leading source of Data & Insights about SportsTech startups and the surrounding ecosystem. Download the 2024 Global Sports tech VC Report here: sportstechx.com/reports/gstvcr24 Sign Up for the Sports Tech Weekly Newsletter for more news, features & insights on Sports Tech: https://newsletter.sportstechx.com/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:03 Understanding Svexa 05:54 Transitioning from Athlete to Tech Innovator 08:54 Impact of Technology on Athletic Performance 14:01 Current State of Indian Sports Tech 19:55 Challenges in Developing a Sports Culture in India 22:37 Future Trends in Sports Technology Adoption 27:03 Looking Ahead: Goals for 2025 29:03 Favorite Sporting Moment