Dylan Haugen

Dylan Haugen

Professional Dunker, Content Creator, Host of the Dunk Talk Podcast, and Co-Founder of Local Service Spotlight

Professional dunker and content creator with over 100 million views across social media. I’ve competed in contests and performed shows worldwide, and interviewed top professional dunkers on the Dunk Talk podcast. I co-founded Local Service Spotlight to help local businesses grow through digital marketing, while empowering young adults to support their families’ businesses through High Rise Influence.
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Why?

Using My Journey To Inspire Growth In Others

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I’m Dylan Haugen, a professional dunker, content creator, and entrepreneur from Minnesota. I’ve won five dunk contests across the country and founded the Minnesota Dunk Squad, where I coach and manage event opportunities for local athletes. My goal is to help professional dunking grow into a recognized and respected sport.

With over 100 million views across social media, I share my journey as a dunker—documenting progress, challenges, and lessons to inspire others to chase their own goals. As host of the Dunk Talk podcast, I’ve interviewed many of the world’s top dunkers to spotlight their stories and grow the culture of the sport.

I also co-founded Local Service Spotlight with Dennis Yu and Sam McLeod, helping local service business owners build credibility through personal branding. Through High-Rise Influence’s High Rise Academy, I coach young adults to apply marketing and AI tools that create real results for their families’ businesses.

Blog

Recent posts

Dunk Camp 2023 Day 1 in Utah — The Big Opening Session with the World’s Top Dunkers

Day 1 of the Dunk Camp 2023 at the Karl Malone Training Center in Utah kicked off with the big...

Second-Ever Windmill Dunk at 15: Underground Hoops Session

This session was at Underground Hoops in Ham Lake, MN, on a 9’10.5 rim. I was 15, 5’10”, and it...

15 Year Old Recreates the 2023 NBA Dunk Contest

I tried to recreate the biggest dunks from the 2023 NBA Dunk Contest—Mac McClung, Trey Murphy III, Jericho Sims, and...

From “Retired” to Rec League Highlights—Dylan Haugen Basketball

Last year, I played in a rec basketball league with a group of friends. That sentence alone would’ve surprised the...

How Josh Ruble Turned Football Power into Dunking Success

Few athletes blend raw strength, style, and discipline quite like Josh Ruble. At just 22 years old, he’s become one...

The Real Alternative for Young Adults: Learn, Earn, and Build Skills Through High Rise Academy

If you’re a young adult unsure about college, hourly work, or what path to take, here’s a real option that...

Authorship

Publications

Guides for Advanced Personal Branding

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Published 1/1/2024

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, our Personal Branding Website system equips you with the tools and strategies to craft a standout...

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Report on Cybersecurity Trends

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Published 1/1/2024

Researched stability and security concerns around high-end technology operations, including cloud security standards, corporate VPN development, domain-specific antivirus solutions, and trends in securing Industrial Control...

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Technical Blog Posts on GenAI in Digital Marketing

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Published 1/1/2024

Wrote several technical and thought leadership pieces on AI technologies and machine learning practices, including "5 ways machine learning is driving future business innovation" and...

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About Me

I love dunking and want to help it grow into a respected, organized sport. Through my journey, I aim to inspire others to pursue excellence in their own passions while building a community that celebrates progress, discipline, and creativity.

Using My Journey To Inspire Growth In Others
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What They Are Saying

Positive Mentions

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Jane Doe

Director of Marketing
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Senior Developer
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CEO | Founder
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Credentials

Licenses & Certifications

Standards of Excellence
Issued by: BlitzMetrics
Issued on: 1/1/2024
Content Marketing
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Issued on: 1/1/2024
Course Builder
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Issued on: 1/1/2024
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