Winible is an ecommerce platform for sports betting consultants poised to revolutionize the sports betting landscape. Their mission is threefold: empowering sports betting consultants to monetize their expertise, enhancing bettors’ strategies and knowledge, and enabling sportsbooks to intelligently acquire customers.

By providing a streamlined ecosystem, including a digital storefront, subscription management, and real-time pick notifications, Winible empowers handicappers to focus on their core strengths while driving exponential user growth through a dynamic network effect. Winible’s commitment to innovation, proactive risk management, and strategic partnerships positions us as the future of sports betting solutions. 

Getting to know Winible with COO, Teddy Jungreis

Here is a Q&A about the genesis of Winible and their story to date…

What inspired you to start your business? What was the Eureka moment that compelled you to take action?

The spark that ignited our journey was a mixture of our background building technology for creators to monetize their expertise – our team has multiple exits including Dream to Playboy for $30M in less than a year – with a friend connecting us with a sports betting creator who was running into massive issues monetizing his business. This bleeding pain point led us to develop the vision to empower sports betting consultants, bettors, and sportsbooks through a revolutionary e-commerce platform. The Eureka moment arrived when we recognized the exact frustrations with disorganized solutions and how massive and large this sports betting consulting industry was growing. This compelled us to take action and create a unified ecosystem that would optimize their operations and amplify their success.

How are you working to differentiate yourself from other similar solutions in the market?

Our differentiation lies in our laser focus on building a truly all-in-one and verticalized platform focused on sports betting consultants. Unlike others, we provide a streamlined solution encompassing a digital storefront, subscription management, and real-time pick notifications. This holistic approach liberates consultants from operational burdens, allowing them to focus on their expertise and audience. Our dynamic value delivery flywheel, accelerated by the growing community of our consultants that provide us feedback, sets us apart as an innovative b2b2c player.

What are some of the biggest challenges you faced during the early stages of your business, and how did you overcome them?

The nascent stages of our venture presented challenges, notably aligning our platform with the intricate needs of sports betting consultants – a group that is niche and relatively unknown. We did the dirty work and talked to as many of them as we could then iterated on our MVP. We surmounted this by diligently crafting a digital storefront, subscription system, and notification mechanism. Collaborating closely with our target audience, we honed these features to meet their precise demands, converting challenges into opportunities for growth. 

Can you share a specific example of a difficult decision you had to make as a leader and how it impacted your business?

As leaders, we faced a pivotal choice: whether to chase short-term profits or uphold our consultants’ trust. We opted for the latter, rejecting the option to continue tinkering on our unreliable, bootstrapped MVP and instead investing in the team and resources to build a truly scalable and robust platform. This decision initially seemed tough, but it bolstered our credibility and attracted like-minded partners aligned with our mission. Ultimately, it fortified our position in the market and propelled our growth.

How do you foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within your organization, and how has it contributed to your growth and success?

Our culture thrives on innovation and learning. Regular brainstorming sessions, cross-functional collaboration, and open feedback channels foster an environment where ideas flourish. Encouraging continuous learning through webinars, workshops, and industry updates keeps us at the forefront. This culture has been pivotal in refining our platform and strategies, driving our exponential growth. Most importantly, our team is composed of Silicon Valley-trained technologists as well as entertainment and media professionals. This rare combination of both product and distribution knowledge is a big part of our culture. 

How do you stay ahead of the competition and adapt to changing market conditions? Can you share any strategies or initiatives that have helped your business stay agile and resilient?

We are very close with other founders in the sports betting space and are constantly talking to creators, so we live and breathe the industry to be ahead of new trends and developments. We proactively monitor market shifts and embrace adaptability as our mantra. Swiftly integrating user feedback, we refine our platform iteratively. To weather market changes, we have employed diversified marketing channels, leveraging social media outreach, emails, and 1:1 meetings. This agility empowers us to seize opportunities swiftly, maintain a resilient stance, and stay ahead in the competitive landscape.

Tell us about a specific challenge or obstacle you faced while building your business and how you overcame it. What valuable lesson(s) did you learn from that experience?

Our journey encountered a formidable challenge when grappling with the specter of chargebacks. Through a strategic combination of third-party prevention tools, customer education, and proactive monitoring, we succeeded in mitigating these risks. This experience illuminated the importance of foresight and preparedness, anchoring us to the principle of proactive risk management.

What unique strategies or approaches have you implemented to differentiate your business and stand out from the crowd? 

Our distinct strategies encompass a three-tiered vision that all ties to building an ecosystem with multiple stakeholders. First, we empower sports betting consultants, thereby creating a strong foundation. Second, we will cater to bettors’ needs by offering features like bet tracking, data validation, and social integration. Lastly, we aim to collaborate with sportsbooks to deliver high-value first-time depositors, fostering a symbiotic relationship. This comprehensive approach sets us apart and leads to a platform that is truly value-additive in many ways to the sports betting industry. 

Can you share an instance where you had to pivot your business model or change your strategy significantly? What were the reasons behind the decision, and how did it impact your overall growth?

Our journey witnessed a pivotal shift when we realized the need to invest more heavily into engineering and product resources to build a truly professional enterprise solution for our customers. We could have continued to tweak our product in a more startup fashion, but after enough conversations, conviction, and traction, we could see that this solution needed to be scalable, robust, and reliable. Our customers deserve the best. 

What are some KPIs you mainly focus on to measure the success and progress of your business? How do you ensure you stay on track towards achieving your goals?

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that form our compass include the number of active sports betting consultants, monthly GMV, DAU, user engagement, and conversion rates. Our strategic dashboards and analytical tools enable us to monitor these metrics meticulously. This data-driven approach guarantees that we are on course, always aligned with our overarching goals.

How do you prioritize and manage the various challenges and demands of running your business while maintaining a healthy work-life balance? What strategies or practices do you follow to prevent burnout?

Balancing the challenges of entrepreneurship with personal well-being is paramount. We practice effective time management, allocate responsibilities strategically, and nurture a flexible remote work culture that acknowledges the importance of rest and rejuvenation. By setting boundaries and nurturing a supportive environment, we prevent burnout and maintain a sustainable work-life equilibrium.