#76 Sam Pate | Building Bear Butt Wipes, Trail Dad Life, & Embracing the Entrepreneurial Spirit

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"Bear Butt Wipes started as a necessity and grew into a community-focused brand."​

In this episode, Troy Meadows sits down with Sam Pate, a father of three, HVAC business owner, ultra runner, and the force behind Bear Butt Wipes. Sam shares his journey from a former football player to a sub-3-hour marathoner and ultra podium finisher. He discusses how he balances early morning training sessions with family life and entrepreneurship. Sam also delves into the origins of Bear Butt Wipes, a biodegradable product designed for trail runners, and how it's gaining traction in the running community.​

Athlete Highlights:

Motivational Takeaways:

• Balancing multiple roles, father, business owner, and athlete is challenging but achievable with discipline and passion.​

• Identifying a personal need can lead to innovative solutions that benefit a broader community.​

• Engaging with and giving back to the community enhances both personal fulfillment and business success.​
  

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• Sam’s IG: sam_pate

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Sam Pate, Bear Butt Wipes, trail running, ultra running, No Business 100, Lake Sonoma, Cocodona 250, entrepreneurship, family life, biodegradable products​