{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6832531da795fd3aef26ae37/68325325d67b2139b7a920c1?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep 6 - Empowering Athletes with ⁠The WattleNest⁠","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6832531da795fd3aef26ae37/bdd0620ed520eaa5abb7052c9125cc3c.jpg?height=200","description":"<p>In our latest episode of Your <strong>#1</strong> Business Podcast, we sit down with <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/105941004/admin/page-posts/published/#\">Rachel Condos-Fields</a>, founder of The WattleNest, to explore how strategic partnerships between businesses and athletes are transforming lives and communities.</p><p>Rachel opens up about the challenges of launching The WattleNest — from building trust in a new business model, to convincing both athletes and companies to embrace a different kind of support system.</p><p>But through grit and a clear purpose, The WattleNest has become a powerhouse for impact.</p><p>💡 Key Highlights:</p><p>✅Over $250,000 in direct athlete funding provided in the past year</p><p>✅24 networking events connecting 500+ businesses with athletes</p><p>✅37 athletes from The WattleNest represented Australia at Paris 2024</p><p>✅Confronting the reality that over 40% of elite athletes live below the poverty line</p><p>✅A bold mission to grow support to $2 million annually by 2032</p><p>From humble beginnings to making a national impact, Rachel&#39;s story is a must-hear for any business leader looking to make a meaningful difference.</p><p>👉 Listen now and be part of the change</p><p><strong>#Your1BusinessPodcast</strong> <strong>#TheWattleNest</strong> <strong>#AthleteEmpowerment</strong> <strong>#BusinessForGood</strong> <strong>#RachelCondosFields</strong> <strong>#CommunityBuilding</strong> <strong>#Paris2024</strong> <strong>#Brisbane2032</strong> <strong>#BusinessImpact</strong> <strong>#WomenInBusiness</strong></p><p>Website <a href=\"https://wattlenest.com.au/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferer\">The Wattlenest </a></p><p>Reach out on the soicals below, like follow and say hello...</p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/wattlenest/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferer\">Instagram</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-wattlenest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferer\">LinkedIn</a></p>","author_name":"Antoine Vidal"}