What happens when boxing, engineering, and connected fitness collide to create a smarter way to train at home?

In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Khalil Zahar, CEO and Co-Founder of FightCamp, who shares the journey from prototyping for elite athletes to creating a scalable home fitness solution, the challenges of pivoting and right-sizing during growth, and the balance between accessibility and authentic boxing training. He also discusses the future of connected fitness, hybrid training models, and how to build a passionate user community while leveraging technology to enhance engagement.

Key Takeaways:

→ Home fitness solutions must balance accessibility with the integrity of sport.

→ Connected fitness is a growing industry because an increasing number of people continue to exercise as they age.

→ Having a team of the right size is critical for operational efficiency and profitability.

→ Micro-puzzles in entrepreneurship keep problem-solving and innovation engaging.

→ FightCamp is accessible across platforms via apps and social media to foster community engagement.

Khalil Zahar is the Founder and CEO of FightCamp, the connected boxing platform that brings authentic fight training into people’s homes. Since its launch, FightCamp has raised $100 million from investors, including Y Combinator, New Enterprise Associates, and Left Lane Capital, as well as athletes and cultural icons such as Mike Tyson, Floyd Mayweather Jr., Georges St-Pierre, and Francis Ngannou.

Under Khalil’s leadership, FightCamp has become one of the most recognized brands in connected fitness, combining hardware, software, and coaching to deliver a fighter-level training experience to consumers worldwide.

Khalil is known for building products at the intersection of technology, sport, and culture, and for leading FightCamp through both hyper-growth and disciplined profitability in a challenging consumer hardware market. He’s particularly passionate about the psychology of fighters, brand-led growth, and building companies that blend performance, storytelling, and community.

Connect With Khalil:

Website: https://joinfightcamp.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khalilzahar/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khalilzahar/

Most high earners follow the traditional path, but true financial freedom comes from earning, saving, and strategically leveraging money.

In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Ryan D. Lee, Founder of Wealth Outside Wall Street, who shares his journey from a six-figure corporate career to building a system for financial freedom. He also explains the three engines of wealth: earning, protecting, and generating passive income. He discusses the difference between investing and speculating, using the tax code strategically, and building a pathway to financial independence.

Key Takeaways:

→ The three engines of wealth are income, capital, and passive assets.

→ Making money is only one part; keeping money is equally critical.

→ Passive income converts saved capital into sustainable cash flow.

→ Speculating is risky; investing prioritizes safety and predictable returns.

→ Success is measured by income-generating assets, not just net worth or ROI.

Ryan D. Lee’s journey to financial freedom began with frustration and loss. A six-figure salary and a maxed-out 401(k) weren’t enough to shield him from the devastating effects of the 2008 financial crisis. Determined to find a better path, Ryan discovered a powerful combination of real estate and high-cash-value life insurance—now known as the Passive Income Machine.

Today, Ryan is a trusted mentor and speaker who has helped thousands achieve financial independence. As the co-founder of Wealth Outside Wall Street, he’s on a mission to teach individuals how to build cash-flowing assets, break free from conventional financial systems, and live a life of purpose and freedom.

Connect With Ryan:

Website: https://wealthoutsidewallstreet.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theryandlee/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan_d_lee

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wealthoutsidewallstreet/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-d-lee-31838b304/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WealthOutsideWallStreet

Most adults operate in survival mode far too often, limiting critical thinking, empathy, and leadership effectiveness.

In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Dr. Eugene K. Choi, Founder & CEO of Destiny Hacks, who explains how fight, flight, and freeze responses hijack the nervous system and impede decision-making, resilience, and executive presence. He also shares practical tools for emotional regulation, accessing higher-level brain functions, and creating more effective, empathetic leadership in high-pressure environments.

Key Takeaways:

→ The brain operates in either survival mode or executive state, never both at once.

→ Chronic survival responses inhibit critical thinking and empathy.

→ Emotional pain can trigger survival responses as strongly as physical threats.

→ Awareness is the first step in shifting from a survival state to an executive state.

→ Regular practice in emotional regulation enhances leadership, problem-solving, and resilience.

Dr. Eugene K. Choi is a Transformational Leadership Coach on a mission to transform leaders, businesses, and communities. He teaches executive leaders how to achieve and sustain peak performance in high-stress, high-stakes, and high-change environments.

Dr. Eugene created a unique, science-backed process that teaches leaders to activate their executive brain, dramatically improving results and increasing clarity and focus in challenging, unpredictable situations. He has a background in clinical pharmacy, neuroscience, and business coaching, and has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and executives optimize their mindset, reduce toxic stress, and lead with greater impact.

Dr. Eugene’s expertise in audience growth has resulted in over 8 million views on his online articles and over 23 million views on his short films. He has also worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs to help them scale their businesses to generate more revenue and impact. These experiences have been critical in helping clients produce tangible results in their businesses.

Connect With Eugene:

Website: https://destinyhacks.co/

https://eugenekchoi.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eugenekchoi/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugenekchoi/