A look into Vaikobi with CEO and founder Pat Langley

We need high visibility PFDs, Helmets and bump caps, we need UV-Shirts, Rashies and Key-Locks, we need, what Pat and Vaikobi produce. In this episode, we looked behind the scenes and got to know Pat and Vaikobi from another perspective.
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Chapters
00:00 The Birth of Vaikobi and Its Mission
12:03 Safety and Technical Gear for Water Sports
17:46 Product Development and Market Adaptation
24:19 Legal Considerations in Safety Gear Manufacturing
27:23 Global Perspectives on Foiling Gear Development
30:05 Technical Clothing for Extreme Conditions
33:29 Managing Product Range and Business Growth
35:42 Work-Life Balance in a Thriving Business
38:10 Building a Team and Delegating Responsibilities
40:44 Navigating Business Challenges and Market Trends
42:44 The Niche of Foiling in a Surf-Centric Culture
46:10 Favorite Products and Customer Loyalty
47:59 The Origin of the Name 'Vikobi'