Shanley McLean is the founder of Getta Grip Shin Shield, an innovative product designed to enhance rope-climbing speed and performance for CrossFit athletes. Her creation claimed the £2,000 top prize at the Appin Entrepreneurship Awards this year, sponsored by Napier Alumni business Appin Sports. Shanley’s product aims to address the challenges athletes face during rope climbs, offering a solution that improves their performance and safety.
BRT’s Support:
Shanley credits BRT for providing invaluable support throughout her entrepreneurial journey. She notes,
“The biggest benefit would be the support of BRT towards my business idea. I sometimes lack the belief in myself, and it was incredible to receive that support and belief in me and my
business. The experience encouraged me to keep going and push through with my idea and grow my business.”
With BRT’s help, Shanley was able to take Getta Grip Shin Shield from a prototype to a final product, launch a website to sellthe product, and showcase it at industry events.
Achievements:
Over the past year, Shanley and her business have accomplished several key milestones, including the development of the Getta Grip Shin Shield from a prototype to the final version. They also launched a website, enabling them to sell their product to customers. However, one of their standout achievements was attending the Turf Games in Glasgow, where they set up a rope-climbing rig and showcased the product to potential clients.
“We made amazing connections at Turf Games and I’m so proud of what my business
partner and I have achieved,”
says Shanley.
Next Steps:
Looking ahead, Shanley plans to expand Getta Grip Shin Shield's presence within the functional fitness and CrossFit communities. She is focused on attending more events to promote the brand and connect with customers. Additionally, the team is working with No Rep, a UK clothing brand linked to the fitness community, and has partnered with them for an exciting new T-shirt collaboration. Shanley is also preparing to launch Grip Wax, a new product designed for CrossFit athletes to improve their grip during workouts.
“There are so many exciting things in the works, and I can’t wait to see where
this business goes,”
says Shanley.
Key Milestones:
- Won £2,000 at the Appin Entrepreneurship Awards, providing crucial funding for product development
- Developed Getta Grip Shin Shield from prototype to final version
- Created a website to sell the product
- Showcased the product at Turf Games in Glasgow, making valuable business connections
- Partnered with No Rep for a new T-shirt collaboration
What’s Next:
- Becoming more involved in the functional fitness andCrossFit communities
- Attending more events, including the Turf Games Winter Festival
- Launching Grip Wax for CrossFit athletes
- Continuing to build partnerships and increase brand visibility