Empowering Pickleball Success,
One Business at a Time.

Mission

At Pickleball Innovators, our mission is to empower and educate pickleball business owners, arming them with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in the dynamic and fast-growing sport of pickleball. We are committed to providing valuable insights, industry expertise and practical solutions that enable operators to build, manage and grow successful pickleball ventures. Our dedication to fostering excellence within the pickleball community drives us to deliver high-quality educational content, connect industry professionals and facilitate the success of every pickleball business.

Vision

Our vision at Pickleball Innovators is to be the ultimate resource and community hub for pickleball business owners worldwide. We aspire to create a vibrant and supportive ecosystem where operators can confidently navigate the complexities of the pickleball industry. Through our comprehensive educational content, innovative solutions, and a passionate network of like-minded individuals, we aim to play a pivotal role in the sustained growth and development of pickleball businesses. We envision a future where every pickleball operator not only survives but thrives, contributing to the global growth and popularity of this beloved sport.

Contact

211 Townepark Circle, Suite 200
Louisville, KY 40243

The Pickleball Innovators Team

Rachel

Rachel Chonko

Editor-in-Chief
rachel@peakemedia.com

Shawn McDonald

Shawn McDonald

Publisher & Co-Founder
shawn@peakemedia.com

Rico Francis

Rico Francis

President & Co-Founder
rico@peakemedia.com

our advisory board

Kelli Alldredge

President
Chicken N Pickle

Ted Angelo

CEO
The Hub Pickleball

Denise Day

Owner
YMCA of the USA / Dragonfly Management Consulting

Devan Egan

Owner and Founder
Club Pickleball USA

Frank Lawrence

CEO
Little Rock Athletic Centers

Perry Leyden

Owner
Epic Pickleball

Anish Manrai

Assistant Director - Community Programs & Services
Columbia Association

Mookie McDevitt

VP of Strategic Partnerships
Ace Pickleball Club

Brian McMahon

COO
The Replay Club

Eric O’Connor

VP of Franchise Development
PickleRage

Will Richards

CEO & Founder
Dill Dinkers

Chris Sears

Owner
Indianapolis Pickleball Club

Wendi Schlesinger

Pickleball Manager
Corpus Christi Athletic Club

EXPLORE

The Paddle Lands

How The Paddle Lands Plans to Foster Pickleball Camaraderie

With pickleball’s soaring popularity, new facilities are opening all across the U.S. Whether by adding entertainment, implementing advanced technology or ...

Pickleball Pro Certification

Why Proper Certification for Pickleball Pros Matters More Than Ever

Ensure your facility's credibility and elevate the sport with proper pickleball pro certification. Learn why hiring certified coaches is essential ...

The Pickleball Club Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch Pickleball Facility Reopens Under New Leadership Following Sudden Closure

The former Pickleball Club location in Lakewood Ranch has reopened under new ownership and leadership, following the closure of its ...

Pickleball in the Olympics

Pickleball in the Olympics? What Operators Can Learn from the Push for Inclusion

Pickleball in the Olympics? Experts share what this will take, potential timing and impact on the sport's global future. At ...

Fred Stringfellow of the American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), Jeffrey McClure of Fast Dry Courts, Eric Loftus of Northeast Padel and Padel Solutions Group, Tim Gerrits of GMB Architecture + Engineering, and David LaSota of The Tennis Design Studio.

Inside the New Wave of Racquet Facility Design

At the recent RacquetX conference in Miami, a panel of industry experts from architecture, court construction and racquet sports development ...

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