Nima Saati, founder of NIMA Technologies and the creator behind the sports-inspired Bluetooth speaker brand IconiQ. Nima shares how his journey from wiring Ferraris to licensing IP with the NFL led to a breakthrough in immersive, fan-first audio tech. This episode dives into his design obsession, licensing battles, and why he believes unification—not personalization—is the future of portable sound.
🎧 Expect to hear:
🏈 How a football helmet became the blueprint for the world’s first licensed sports-themed Bluetooth speaker
🔊 Why most Bluetooth speakers fall flat—and how IconiQ’s audio engineering outperforms on sound, size, and power
🎨 The role of design, utility patents, and official team licensing in creating a collectible that actually delivers
💡 Lessons from building multiple hardware startups without VC backing—and why capital and the “dream team” are everything
💥 What’s next for IconiQ, from military editions to syncing 20 speakers across sports, culture, and community
🔗 Connect:
Website: https://iamiconiq.com
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