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21st Century Entrepreneurship

Bjørn Ekeberg: Journey of FlexBeam and the Future of Recovery Tech

15 May 2023

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Delve into a thought-provoking conversation with Bjørn Ekeberg, a philosopher of science and metaphysics who became a successful entrepreneur. As Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Recharge Health, Bjørn has had a fascinating journey with their pioneering product, FlexBeam. This episode uncovers the hurdles and learnings encountered while launching an innovative health tech product and underscores the vital role of validation in the digital era. The Journey of FlexBeam: Learn about the inception of the FlexBeam, a first-of-its-kind wearable device that utilizes infrared light to stimulate cellular repair and recovery. This part of the conversation offers an insight into the power of this groundbreaking technology and how it has evolved over time.The Role of Validation: Ekeberg discusses validation's critical role in their journey. He explains how trust-building with consumers was a significant challenge they had to overcome, especially in the digital landscape where a physical demonstration of the product's effectiveness wasn't possible.The Shift in Business Model: After successfully selling over 12,000 units, Recharge is now looking to evolve its business model. Bjørn discusses their plans to integrate software and data into their next product version, transforming FlexBeam from a simple device into a comprehensive health service platform.Overcoming Market Challenges: Ekeberg talks about the competitive e-commerce environment and how the consumer scepticism they encountered compelled them to continually prove their product's effectiveness through studies, testimonials, and endorsements from authority figures like doctors and athletes.Future Plans and Partnerships: Bjørn shares their recent partnership with tennis talent Casper Ruud, their move into the booming sector of recovery technology, and their vision for the future of FlexBeam.This episode is a deep dive into the world of health tech startups, the journey of product validation, and the importance of maintaining a consumer-centric approach in business. Ekeberg's insights and experiences provide valuable lessons for entrepreneurs, health tech enthusiasts, and consumers alike.

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