Connecting Athletes & Sponsors
The athlete networking platform that helps athletes grow their careers, secure funding, and build meaningful connections with supporters.
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Extreme Sports Athletes Face Significant Financial Hurdles
Athletes struggle to finance training, travel, and equipment while building their careers.
Limited Funding
73% of extreme sports athletes report funding as their biggest challenge to professional advancement
Sponsor Discovery
Finding the right sponsors takes an average of 18 months, with most connections happening by chance
Career Uncertainty
Only 8% of talented extreme sports athletes secure enough funding to pursue their sport full-time
Flipmelon: The Financial Infrastructure for Athletes
A comprehensive platform connecting athletes with sponsors, fans, and financial tools in one place.
Financial Tools
Integrated wallet, fundraising goals, and sponsorship management to simplify athlete finances
Network Building
Connect athletes with sponsors, supporters, and other athletes in a vibrant ecosystem
Career Growth
Tools and insights to help athletes build sustainable careers in extreme sports
A Growing Market Opportunity
The extreme sports industry presents a significant and expanding opportunity.
Global Extreme Sports Market
Projected by 2027
Annual Growth Rate
CAGR 2023-2027
Professional & semi-professional extreme sports athletes globally
Annual sponsorship spending in extreme sports
Enthusiasts and fans engaged with extreme sports content
Major Opportunity in Brazil
Annual growth rate in extreme sports participation
Extreme sports market size in Brazil
Athletes report funding shortages
Brazil represents one of the fastest-growing extreme sports markets, with significant untapped potential for athlete sponsorship platforms.
How Flipmelon Works
Our platform provides innovative solutions designed specifically for extreme sports athletes.
Athlete Wallet System
A complete financial management system with integrated payment processing, transaction history, and withdrawals.
- Instant deposit notifications
- Local payment methods including Pix & Boleto
- International payment acceptance
- Secure withdrawal to bank accounts
Fundraising Goals
Create specific fundraising campaigns for competitions, equipment, or training needs with progress tracking.
- Customizable goal amounts and deadlines
- Visual progress indicators
- Supporter recognition features
- One-click contribution system
Direct Messaging
Secure direct communication between athletes and sponsors for relationship building.
- Real-time chat with read receipts
- Media and file sharing
- Mobile notifications
- Privacy controls and blocking features
Achievements & Gamification
Recognize athlete milestones and incentivize platform engagement through gamification.
- Unlockable achievements
- Experience points and leveling system
- Profile badges and showcases
- Funding milestones and celebration features
Crafted by a Passion for Design & Innovation
My vision blends expertise in User Experience, fintech, and UI Design.
Eduardo Santini
CEO & Founder
Passionate about extreme sports and a UX/UI Designer with over 25 years of experience crafting digital experiences.
Investment Opportunity
Why Flipmelon represents an attractive investment in the sports tech sector.
Business Model
- 10% platform fee
On all transactions and fundraising campaigns
- Premium features
Enhanced profile visibility, analytics, and promotional tools
- Sponsor marketplace
Commission on brand partnerships and sponsorships
Growth Strategy
- Brazil expansion
Focused growth in the Brazilian market in 2025-2026
- LATAM rollout
Expansion to key Latin American markets in 2026-2027
- Global scaling
North American and European expansion in 2027-2028
Financial Projections
Year 1
Revenue
Year 2
Revenue
Year 3
Revenue
Year 5
Revenue
Unit Economics
$240 average revenue per athlete annually with 65% gross margin
Break-even
Projected profitability in Q4 2026
Current Round
Raising $3.2M Series A at $22M valuation
Interested in Investing?
Connect with our team to learn more about investment opportunities.