The Insider's Lounge
The Insider's Lounge
Diego Hurtado - Former Pro Player & Founder of Diaza Football: The FUTURE of Soccer Apparel (S2 E5)
In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Diego Hurtado, a former professional soccer player and the visionary founder of Diaza Football. Born in the vibrant streets of Bogotá, Colombia, Diego's early passion for soccer led him to play collegiate and professional soccer in the U.S.
Now, as the driving force behind Diaza, Diego is reshaping the landscape of soccer apparel with his unique vision and the empowering "Diaza Mentality." Discover how he transformed his challenges into opportunities, using his background and experiences to inspire a new generation of players and elevate the game.
Join us as we explore the philosophy behind Diaza Football, its commitment to quality and community, and how it's poised to become the next big player in the soccer apparel space. Whether you're a soccer enthusiast or an aspiring entrepreneur, Diego's story is a testament to resilience, passion, and the power of believing in one's dreams.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro & First Soccer Memories
04:00 - Moving to America
07:45 - Soccer Career Summary
17:15 - Determination to Succeed
23:17 - Footballer to Entrepreneur
30:15 - Balancing Side Hustle & Soccer
33:03 - What is Diaza?
36:43 - Diaza's Unique Approach
38:36 - Diaza Elevator Pitch
43:19 - Diaza’s Milestones
45:05 - Acquisition by Club Underdog
48:21 - Future of Diaza
52:01 - Influential Mentors
55:13 - Learning from Setbacks
58:36 - Quick Fire Questions
01:01:15 - Outro
