Caleb Dykema

Founder & operator who scaled a consumer product into a creator‑first affiliate network. Caleb co‑founded Vault Sports in 2020, launched a bet‑tracking app that hit the App Store Top 100, then pivoted the business into an affiliate network that today connects creators and websites with major sportsbook partners; his work emphasizes fast, creator‑friendly tools (affiliate dashboard, account management), compliance readiness and creator training. vaultsportshq+2

Product‑focused engineer and inventor with formal IP: while studying mechanical engineering at UW‑Platteville he developed and patented the '1Swipe' single‑sweep whiteboard eraser, worked prototypes into classroom tests, and engaged campus commercialization resources — demonstrating hands‑on design, prototyping, and commercialization experience. justia+2

Early‑stage entrepreneur and communicator: Caleb has run multiple startups/projects (FixdPicks, Vault, 1Swipe) and produced a podcast (Just the Bulb) aimed at coaching new founders; he frequently speaks at industry conferences and media outlets about product, creator marketing and affiliate strategies. wisbusiness+2

Recognized industry voice and speaker with local honors: Caleb and Vault Sports have been covered by industry press and event organizers (SBC, iGB Affiliate) and were included on Forbes' Austin 30 Under 30 local list, positioning him as a notable young operator in sports‑betting / iGaming affiliate ecosystems. forbes+2