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.

Chapters

02:32
The Rise of Pickleball and Its Appeal

04:58
Building a Brand in a Competitive Market

07:39
Balancing College Life and Entrepreneurship

10:45
The Drive Beyond Financial Gain

12:41
The Elevator Mindset: A Blessing or a Curse?

20:55
Lessons from the Journey of Entrepreneurship

25:48
The Importance of Customer Service

29:24
Balancing Business and Personal Relationships

33:45
The Future of Killa Dinks and Growth Mindset