HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
473 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsLearn from top entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners in the HALO (Health, Active Lifestyle, Outdoor) sector how to optimize your business success. With host Pete Moore, Founder and Managing Partner of Integrity Square.
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Episode #442: Beyond Pharmaceuticals-The NutraPharma Approach With Eziah Syed from Mend
September 22, 2023 19:25 - 23 minutes - 53.8 MBEziah Syed is a former athlete with a background in fitness and health. He played basketball at a national level in Canada and also had some experience in the tech space. His life took a turn when his mother was diagnosed with cancer and his brother suffered a serious fall, resulting in multiple injuries. These personal experiences made Eziah reflect on the healthcare system and the care received. He noticed gaps and questioned why his own injuries were taking longer to heal than expected. T...
Episode #441: Pickleball Passion-Randy Sussman's Success Combining Fashion and Function with PB1965
September 20, 2023 15:59 - 24 minutes - 56.8 MBRandy Sussman is an entrepreneur who identified a gap in the market for pickleball apparel early on. Observing that players were initially wearing items like heavy cotton shirts with kitschy designs, he quickly realized the need for high-quality, stylish clothing in this growing sport. The number of players have grown exponentially to approximately 7-8 million players, with 35-40 million having tried it at least once last year. Determined to meet this demand Randy approached his friend Dav...
Episode #440: Untamed Heart - Natacha Nelson on Unlocking Your True Potential and Living Authentically
September 13, 2023 17:16 - 24 minutes - 56.2 MBNatacha Nelson's journey has been one of resilience and determination. In college, she faced the disappointment of not making any sports teams and struggled to find her identity as a mixed-race individual. Battling addiction, she eventually left. Not too shortly after, a moment of realization pushed her to make major changes. Working tirelessly in multiple restaurants, Natacha decided to return to a junior college to pursue her dream of going into the medical space. Starting with anatomy and...
Episode #439: Breaking the Mold-Rechelle Balanzat's Innovative Approach to Scaling JULIETTE
September 07, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBRechelle Balanzat, an extremely determined, driven, and resilient entrepreneur, has overcome the rather large challenges of breaking into the highly competitive dry cleaning market with her company, JULIETTE. With her immense success in this competitive space, Rechelle now helms three different brands and 6 locations in NYC. New York has been her home for over 20 years, enabling her to understand the city's unique mentality and lifestyle. Her expertise with the fast-paced demands of New Yor...
Episode #438: Betting on Fitness-Exploring Wunup's Unique Gamification Approach with Blake Richards
September 05, 2023 20:28 - 23 minutes - 53.2 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore interviews Blake Richards formerly with Nike as a Senior Data Quality Analyst, then Senior Global Membership Ops Process Coordinator and now as the Founder of Wunup. Wunup is a one-of-a-kind app that dives into world of gamification and peer-to-peer challenges in the fitness industry. Blake shares his journey from working at Nike to creating his own company, and how the culture and innovation at Nike influ...
Episode #437: From Struggling to Thriving-Fixing the Broken Model of Gym Marketing and Sales With Cale Owen
August 30, 2023 17:35 - 27 minutes - 62.5 MBIn this episode, Cale Owen of Gym Launch dives deep into strategies to help engage gym members, maximize profit, and help take business owners to the next level. Cale opens up about the challenge many gym-goers face - the reluctance to put in hard work and effort. He shares his recommendations on how to combat this and engage members by regularly reaching out to them, checking on their progress and well-being. (The simple handwritten card can be a game-changer in client retention!) Pete an...
Episode #436: From Meal Prep to RINGO: With Serial Entrepreneur Chris Place
August 28, 2023 19:18 - 23 minutes - 53.4 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore interviews long time friend and serial entrepreneur, Chris Place, Founder and CEO of RINGO. Chris got inspired to create his incredibly innovative product by a gathering of friends in the Florida Keys. During their reunion, they struggled to capture a group photo on a small boat while trying to lean the phone up against their water bottle. (Can you relate?!) This sparked an idea – why not create a water bo...
Episode #435: KaiaFit Lessons Learned | Franchising, Growth, and the Importance of KPI's.
August 22, 2023 16:55 - 33 minutes - 77.1 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcome the powerhouse Mother/Daughter team of Nikki Warren and Coral Warren from KaiaFit Nikki and Koral are two, super passionate individuals who began their journey in gymnastics. While watching children at gymnastics facilities, they realized the joy and love that came from being active and connected with their bodies. However, they also noticed that many mothers on the sidelines had lost their enthus...
Episode #434: From Fitness to Interconnected Health: Exploring the Evolution of FlexIt
August 18, 2023 18:43 - 20 minutes - 46.1 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcomes back (for the third time!) the team of Austin Cohen and Justin Turetsky. FlexIt’s mission is to empower everyone with flexible Interconnected Health experiences, including Virtual Personal Training, Virtual Nutrition, and Virtual Physical Therapy – Wherever, Whenever®. The platform is the ultimate tool for motivation and accountability, helping users reach their health and wellness goals throu...
Episode #433: Membership Community? Yes or No? Please Fill In This 2 Question Survey
August 16, 2023 18:24 - 1 minute - 4.38 MBPlease go to http://bit.ly/haloacademylive and fill in our 2-question survey. Whether we go ahead with this iniitiative will depend solely on the survey responses we receive, so if you're at all interested in this. . .please do us that favor. It'll take 30 seconds or less. With appreciation, Pete Moore-Managing Partner & Founder, Integrity Square David Ganulin-Chief Marketing Officer, Integrity Square & HALO Talks Executive Producer
Episode #432: Pickleball is Life-Dill With It! Your New Favorite Show, Coming Soon!
August 15, 2023 20:09 - 28 minutes - 64.6 MBJoining us on this episode of HALO Talks are a cast of veteran actors and incredibly talented individuals who have combined their love for performing, writing, and a newfound passion for pickleball to create something truly special: Pickleball is Life-Dill With It! Watch the hilarious trailer here! Today's guests include Carol Ann Demarco, Susan Gallagher, Catherine Curtin, and Leigh Anne West. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Carol Ann and Leigh Anne found themselves brainstorming ...
Episode #431: Russ Meneve-From Successful Stand Up Comic to HALO Entrepreneur
August 09, 2023 17:32 - 25 minutes - 59.1 MBRuss Meneve, an entrepreneur and inventor, experienced a life-changing event when he suffered a severe injury from a free weight bar a few years ago. It left him with a torn shoulder, requiring surgery and a grueling year-plus recovery period. Throughout this challenging journey, Russ realized there was a notable lack of safety measures available in the market to prevent such accidents. He embarked on a mission to create something that could prevent injuries during free weight lifts. After...
Episode #430: Addressing Frustrations and Creating Solutions | Laura Munkholm from Walla
August 04, 2023 16:56 - 23 minutes - 52.7 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcomes Laura Munkholm, President and Co-Founder at Walla. Laura, seven months pregnant with her second child, was running her Yoga 6 location and facing a frustrating lack of insight into her teacher's performance. Determined to find a solution, she partnered with Doug Hecht to create a game-changing product in the face of fierce competition. Laura chats about her journey of identifying frustrations an...
Episode #429: Emre Ozgur from Safe Sweat | Building Profitable Fitness Franchise Models
August 01, 2023 17:05 - 25 minutes - 57.9 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcomes back Emre Ozgur, long time industry veteran and Founder of Safe Sweat. (See Emre's first HALO Talks chat here.) Emre is the Co-Founder of Safe Sweat, a revolutionary fitness concept that was born out of the pandemic. After recognizing the challenges faced by individuals who felt intimidated by traditional gyms, Emre and his team embarked on a mission to create a safe and comfortable space for eve...
Episode #428: Lifting Businesses, Uplifting Lives | How Carol Ann Chambers and Lionel University Are Changing the Game
July 28, 2023 14:55 - 22 minutes - 52.5 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcomes Carol Ann Chambers, Director of Workforce Innovation & Community Partnerships, Adjunct Professor at Lionel University. Carol Ann has dedicated the past 15 years of her life to the HALO (Health, Active Lifestyle, Outdoor) space. Although she started as a volunteer coach without any certifications, her passion for fitness and health led her to establish her own nonprofit organization focused on kid...
Episode #427: The Secret To Keeping Fitness Clients Motivated and Getting Results With Physmodo
July 25, 2023 17:46 - 19 minutes - 44.6 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcomes back Andrew Menter, CEO and Founder of Physmodo. (If you missed his first show, check it out here.) Physmodo uses computer vision to deliver a quick, objective, automated and easily repeatable movement assessment to quantify how your body moves. It's a must-have for any fitness facility that offers personal training! Andrew and Pete chat about the latest advancements in software and how it can im...
Episode #426: Building the SKOP Reformer | The Roller Coaster Journey of Entrepreneurship with Kimberley Clayton
July 21, 2023 22:12 - 22 minutes - 51.4 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcomes Kimberley Clayton, CEO and Founder of SKOP Reformer, the world's first patented data analytic Pilates reformer. SKOP is positioned to disrupt the physical therapy and telemedicine sectors, allowing people to prevent and predict injuries as well as train, enhance, recover and rehabilitate physical movement. Not one to enjoy conventional workouts, Kimberley reveals that Pilates is the exception for ...
Episode #425: Good Growth Margins and Growth Curves | Uncovering Ideal Investments in Private Equity with Eric Epstein
July 19, 2023 15:07 - 22 minutes - 51 MBEric Epstein is a seasoned private equity professional with over 30 years of experience. He began his career at the prestigious Blackstone Group in New York City, where he honed his skills for a few years before moving on to work with various private credit funds. Afterward, Eric joined the private equity group at Cerberus Capital and spent a decade working in their New York and Los Angeles offices. Currently, he operates as an independent sponsor. Eric has built strong relationships with fa...
Episode #424: Pickleball Fashion and Function | A Conversation with Kristin Peterson and Partners from Volee
July 17, 2023 20:14 - 26 minutes - 60.7 MBKristin Peterson is one of the three Founders of Volee that specializes in high-end, pickleball accessories. Their site states, "Volée is a Newport Beach based brand founded by three best friends inspired by their passion for court sports, style, fun and community. The retro vibe of California adds a sporty sophistication to the brand, making Volée’s elevated, multifunctional and fashionable bags and accessories stand out." Alongside Co-Founders Ashley Rose and Kasey Martin, the idea was s...
Episode #423: Ahmed AbouElezz of FITT Finder: Empowering Users to Personalize & Find Their Fitness Tribe.
July 12, 2023 15:07 - 27 minutes - 62.2 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcomes Ahmed AbouElezz, the founder of FITT Finder. Ahmed shares his entrepreneurial journey, beginning with arriving in the United States with only $3,000 in his bank account and working as a nightclub bouncer. He recounts sleeping in his car in San Francisco and strategically parking near a popular cafe frequented by startup investors. He reveals how he would act like he was ordering coffee and do some n...
Episode #422: Boosting Business Growth and Retention | Insights from Taylor Watkins of Digital Revenue Systems
July 07, 2023 14:51 - 23 minutes - 54.2 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcomes Taylor Watkins, founder of Digital Revenue Systems. They discuss topics such as ancillary revenue via in-club ads, using local businesses to create an ad network, concerns around in-club advertising, and more. Digital Revenue Systems tailor their programs accordingly based on a club's goals and preferences, whether it be advertising, communication improvement, or employee engagement. They emphasi...
Episode #421: Improving Member Relationships With Paul Amoruso From bodQR.
July 05, 2023 14:12 - 21 minutes - 50.2 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, host Pete Moore welcomes special guest Paul Amoruso, Founder & CEO of bodQR. Paul discusses how his team solved an initial frustration for themselves, and then quickly realized they could sell the solution to other businesses in the space. The development of their software took years of iteration and testing different positionings and features. They rolled the app out in waves to different target markets and believe there...
Episode #420: Designing the Future of Pilates Reformers | Yvette & Neal McGaffin from Reform RX
June 27, 2023 19:52 - 20 minutes - 47.6 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, Pete Moore sat with Yvette and Neal McGaffin, Co-Founders of Reform RX to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the connected Pilates space, what it's like to get involved with manufacturing, and more! They delve into strategies for the HALO sector during COVID, highlighting that partnerships with gyms and studios may be a more effective approach versus trying to go direct-to-consumer initially. They also emphasize...
Episode #419:Anticipating the Next Big Idea: Staying Ahead in the Fitness Industry With Jarrod Saracco
June 23, 2023 16:41 - 20 minutes - 46.1 MBLive from the floor of the March 2023 IHRSA Trade Show in San Diego, Pete Moore sat with long-time fitness industry veteran Jarrod Saracco, Founder of the Health Club Doctor, to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the industry. This wide-ranging conversation touched on a ton including the importance of finding qualified and committed employees, and what are some of the key metrics to be aware of around unit economics. Jarrod also offered some great advice on understanding the mark...
Episode #418: The Hype Cycle of Fitness Technology: Staying Focused on Priorities | Garrett Marshall from Xponential Brands
June 20, 2023 19:07 - 26 minutes - 59.6 MBGarret Marshall has been in the fitness industry for 20 years, starting way back (kind of "falling into it") in 2003. His first job was teaching swimming lessons to kids at Lifetime Fitness where he stayed for five and a half years. Prior to that, he was heavily involved in athletics growing up and playing hockey after school. Over the years he had "every job you can think of" in the health club world. Garrett's currently President of Fitness Streaming for Xponential Fitness. He and Pete ...
Episode #417: Infrastructure Plays for Lasting Change | Insights from SageHouse with Jason Crowe
June 13, 2023 14:28 - 24 minutes - 55.7 MBJason Crowe has had a varied career in healthcare, spending the first 15 years in what he calls "reactive healthcare" in various roles. Feeling a desire to make a difference in the healthcare system, he transitioned to the HALO sector (Health, Active Lifestyle, Outdoor), joining Precision Nutrition as part of the business development and partnership program for four successful years. Crowe's experience in both reactive and preventive healthcare has made him a seasoned professional with uniqu...
Episode #416: Aaron De Jong-Empowering Employees And Companies With Movr-The Future Of Movement Health
June 09, 2023 16:46 - 26 minutes - 60.4 MBAaron De Jong has always been passionate about fitness. He pursued a degree in Physical Education and Exercise Physiology and worked at his school's athletic training center and therapy clinic. It was during this time that he noticed athletes struggling with basic core exercises and experiencing injuries as a result of improper training. Aaron has since made it his mission to educate athletes (and the general public!) on proper exercise techniques and the importance of incorporating foundati...
Episode #415: From Community to Cult Following: CinderFit's Brand Strategy With Felipe Azenha
June 06, 2023 19:25 - 22 minutes - 52.1 MBFelipe Azenha is a former Peace Corps volunteer who discovered the benefits of using cinder blocks as fitness equipment during the pandemic lockdown. He and his friend started doing these (very unique!) workouts around their area and, with more people joining, they formed a crew and called their workouts "CinderFit." Word quickly got around and news spread. Today, Felipe continues to lead the CinderFit movement, helping people stay fit using unconventional means. What initially started as ...
Episode #414: Revolutionizing Fitness Culture with CLMBR | Kenny Rosenzweig's Vision
June 02, 2023 19:04 - 23 minutes - 52.9 MBJust as Kenny Rosenzweig thought he had found the perfect formula for success with CLMBR's very aggressive launch and subsequent expansion, an unexpected twist forced him to shift gears in a way he never could have predicted. What happened next will leave you wondering what's next for this innovative entrepreneur . . . and for CLMBR, the fantastic company he's now overseeing as COO. Kenny brings a wealth of experience from both the boutique fitness and equipment industries to the table. A...
Episode #413: Borislava Baeva on Transforming Fitness Studio Memberships With MyStrongCircle
May 31, 2023 20:40 - 27 minutes - 63.3 MBFrom struggling to justify the expense of two gym memberships, to attempting to revolutionize the fitness industry, Borislava Baeva's unexpected twist on a traditional model is changing the game. But what surprises lie ahead for this innovator and her growing platform? Changing the way "things have always been done" is--putting it mildly--a challenge for any entrepreneur. Baeva is a finance expert turned fitness entrepreneur and the creator of MyStrongCircle. As a former Director of Finan...
Episode #412: Transforming HALO Sector Retail Landscapes with Francine Miley: Opportunities & Challenges
May 22, 2023 16:49 - 22 minutes - 50.6 MBIf you own a boutique or big box fitness club in a mall, you're good to go, right? Everything will be perfect moving forward, right? Maybe not so much, according to Francine Miley, Founder of WELLthmanager, head of Partnerships & Business Developments for Honeycomb, and real estate veteran specific to the HALO sector. In our latest episode, we'll explore the direction of retail, the advantages of incorporating wellness, the hurdles faced by landlords and tenants, the incredibly importan...
Episode #411: Revolutionizing Mental Wellness in the Fitness Industry: The ZAMA Health Approach
May 16, 2023 18:32 - 24 minutes - 57 MBOur guest for this episode is Brendan Sullivan, co-founder of ZAMA Health, a sports psychology SaaS platform for the athletic community which provides access to digital tools and clinical support to help improve physical and mental health outcomes. Sullivan shares his passion for mental wellness and how ZAMA can help improve exercise adherence and member engagement outcomes. He also discusses the importance of addressing emotional and mental health issues to improve engagement and retention ...
Episode #410: Disrupting Healthcare with Theodore Daiell: Navigating Policy Barriers
May 09, 2023 18:47 - 25 minutes - 58.7 MBWhat if everything you thought you knew about happiness was wrong? Follow the journey of a former private equity professional who discovered the shocking truth behind proactive health and how to truly find meaning in life. But, as he navigates this new path, he's faced with difficult questions and challenges that leave him with no easy answers. In this episode, Pete and Ted discuss: Recognizing the significance of proactive health measures and the benefits of acting preventatively. T...
Episode #409: Huddle Up for Business Wins with Christian Ponder's New Venture-The Post
May 05, 2023 21:04 - 26 minutes - 61.1 MBFrom former NFL quarterback to business leader, Christian Ponder's journey took an unexpected turn when he realized the lack of community for athletes in their post-sport lives. With his new venture The Post, he's created a space where athletes can thrive once again. And--perhaps not coincidentally--he finds that the same soft skills that made them successful on the field are now driving their success in the business world. What led Christian to this idea (that's quickly picking up steam ...
Episode #408: The Little Gym: Nancy Bigley on Empowering Kids through Movement
May 01, 2023 18:22 - 25 minutes - 59.4 MBPerhaps you've heard that The Little Gym is "only about sports and games," and that it does not foster social development, or that it does not promote cognitive development? Nancy Bigley will be here to bust these myths and share the truth about the franchisors comprehensive, holistic approach to development! Nancy is a highly experienced, dedicated franchising expert who brings her passion for health and wellness to her current role as the CEO of The Little Gym. She has over 30 years of...
Episode #407: Unlock Your Highest Potential with Breathwork: Francesca Sipma's Journey
April 21, 2023 16:01 - 24 minutes - 56.9 MBAt the height of her career in Manhattan advertising, Francesca Sipma began to feel burnt out and unfulfilled. She had no idea this restlessness would eventually end up being the catalyst for an unexpected journey: Her discovery of an immensely powerful practice, one that would lead her to leave her career and start her own business, Mastry. Through this groundbreaking modality, she now works with top companies like Deloitte and Google to help empower employees to reach their highest poten...
Episode #406: Unlocking the Power of Becoming Vulnerable with Rachel Begun
April 14, 2023 21:23 - 27 minutes - 62.1 MBRachel Begun, a respected nutritionist and dietitian, has a wealth of experience in the food and nutrition industry. With her Master's in Nutrition Education and background in PR, Rachel has developed a unique skill set that blends science-based nutrition knowledge with powerful communication strategies. Her expertise has led her to work with global food service manufacturers, food and wine retailers, and natural food brand startups. In recent years, she has transitioned into executive coa...
Episode #405: Unlocking Gut Health Secrets with Celina Semente: Winning Her Battle With Crohn's
April 11, 2023 14:14 - 29 minutes - 66.4 MBAfter being diagnosed with Crohn's disease, Celina Semente, a stubborn yet determined (former!) fashion major, decided to take matters into her own hands, changed her field of study, and embarked on a journey of self-discovery to heal her gut and help others as a holistic health coach. With a hat tip to Mike Pesca, host of the Gist podcast for the initial intros--and a happy client himself--Celina is now a highly skilled health coach whose experience with Crohn's continues to fuel her pa...
Episode #404: Transforming Lives with Functional Nutrition | Michelle Zipper's Journey
April 09, 2023 20:25 - 25 minutes - 58.6 MBAfter her husband and son became ill, Michelle Zipper (practicing out of the Well Center in Westchester, NY) fiercely pursued a career in Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, determined to find answers and help others, unlocking a powerful inner strength and courage as she faced the challenges of balancing her business ambitions with her family's needs. Michelle has spent over a decade exploring the world of holistic health and functional medicine. With a background in graphic design, her pa...
Episode #403: Unlocking Athletes Potential in the Business World with Mark Moyer
April 04, 2023 17:18 - 27 minutes - 63.4 MBMark Moyer is (clearly!) our long lost, Brother from Another Mother! He is the Founder and CEO of the Win Again Academy and the author of Win Again: Turn Athletic Success Into Business Success. He shares our desire to help provide athletes with the resources and connections they need to transition to a life outside of sports when that time comes. His ecosystem will help current and former athletes discover their identity beyond sports, develop the structure needed to succeed again, and rec...
Episode #403: Navigating Private Equity in Sports: Insights from Legal Expert Brian Socolow
March 31, 2023 18:23 - 27 minutes - 63.5 MBIn this engaging podcast, our guest Brian Socolow from Loeb & Loeb, LLP shares his insights on the psychological and legal components to consider before jumping into a private equity deal in the "post-COVID new normal." With a focus on protecting and monetizing technology ideas in the sports and health and wellness industries, Brian reveals the checklist of factors to consider when seeking investment or selling a company. He also offers valuable advice on legal protection, insights for ent...
Episode #402: Unlocking Value & Growth Opportunities with Mike Geenen: REIT's, Experiential, and Leisure Assets
March 28, 2023 18:20 - 31 minutes - 72.8 MBMike Geenen is the Senior Director of Investments at EPR Properties. EPR is a 25+ year old, publicly traded REIT with $6.5B in investments, 350+ assets across 44 states and Canada, with more than 200 partners and tenants. A REIT is a real estate investment trust which owns (and sometimes) operates income-producing real estate or related assets. These typically include things like office buildings, malls, apartments, hotels, resorts, self-storage facilities, and so forth. Geenen states, "...
Episode #401: Fit Nation: Natalia Petrzela and the Evolution of an Industry
March 23, 2023 22:26 - 26 minutes - 60.6 MBWith her unique perspective as a historian and deep roots in the fitness industry, Natalia Petrzela, Ph.D embarks on a mission to uncover how fitness has gone from a "suspect" activity in the early days, to an essential part of modern life, leading to the crucial question of how we as an industry can make it more accessible to all. "I think we've got to find a way to talk about obesity, health, and morality that isn't just about like, well, 'you look that way, make better choices,' because ...
Episode #400: Redefining Boutique Fitness with Matan Gavish: Confronting the Silent Pandemic of Self-Defense for Women
March 17, 2023 17:25 - 27 minutes - 63.5 MBWhen Matan Gavish, a former Special Forces commander in charge of combat training, discovers the "silent pandemic" of rising sexual assault against women in urban areas, he repackaged his Krav Maga skill set to empower a reluctant and fearful audience to learn to take back their safety. He is the Founder of FITHIT in NYC and is passionate about solving this problem. Gavish states, "Somewhere along the line, it became crystal clear to me that there is a problem, a real big one that is not b...
Episode #399: From Martial Arts to Entrepreneurship: Jarlo Ilano's Journey to Autonomy and Freedom
March 15, 2023 16:06 - 27 minutes - 25 MBJarlo Ilano is a martial artist, physical therapist, and entrepreneur. He is the Managing Director of GMB Fitness, and has been at the forefront of the 'alternative fitness' movement for over two decades. At the age of twelve, Jarlo found himself in karate classes at the local community center. As he grew, he explored more martial arts and fitness-related activities. After his parents encouraged him to pursue physical therapy, Jarlo began to see the potential of combining his own passions ...
Episode #398: Band of Hand's Disruptive Business Model | Eve Nasby Discusses Breaking the HR Mold to Help Businesses Thrive
March 10, 2023 18:31 - 24 minutes - 56.5 MBEve Nasby is the President of Band of Hands, a company now in 11 states with a disruptive business model that helps small business owners manage their staff without having to worry about the administrative burden of being the "employer of record." She has over 30 years of experience in the staffing industry and is passionate about helping businesses succeed. 98% of businesses in America are small businesses-those with less than 50 employees. And (putting it mildly), staying on top of the ...
Episode #397: George Jackson of The Gym: Unlocking the Benefits of Gym Rebranding and Licensing
March 06, 2023 18:16 - 27 minutes - 62.4 MBAfter decades of success in the fitness industry, George Jackson created TG-The Gym in 2018. It represents the next step in his career and a distillation of all he has learned. TG is an umbrella organization offering a license to independent gym owners with a tremendous number of benefits and proven business model that's readily deployable. George is a well known, long-time industry veteran who started with Gold's Gym around 1983. He's gone through multiple iterations over the years, taki...
Episode #396: Unlocking Healthcare with Dr. Sal Arria: The Critical Role of Highly Educated Personal Trainers
March 03, 2023 17:24 - 25 minutes - 59.4 MBDr. Sal Arria is one of the Founders of Lionel University (formerly ISSA College of Exercise Science), and an educational leader in the fitness industry. He's been around literally since the inception of the personal trainer education space. He continues his life-long mission of creating highly educated fitness professionals to help people change their lives. Sal had a serious wake up call many years ago when, after presenting his plan to a Vice President of a very large insurance company,...
Episode #395: Gamifying Fitness & Coaching for the Future: Taylor Stull Talks Motivation & Rewards
February 24, 2023 21:36 - 27 minutes - 63.9 MBTaylor Stull, a former product manager for preventative health solutions, is the Co-Founder of Flowell, a platform that provides team-based experiences and lifestyle games to help clubs and coaches build communities and keep people healthy for life – all while navigating the challenges of helping them make good decisions for long-term success. "At the end of the day, we're working to try to keep people healthy for their whole life by helping them make good decisions. This way they can hope...
Episode #394: Data-Driven Analytics and ROI: Unlocking Profitability with Doug Young
February 22, 2023 20:39 - 28 minutes - 65.6 MBDoug Young, currently the COO of Easalytics, faces the daunting task of leveraging technology and machine learning to help struggling fitness businesses maximize value from their existing members, and increase revenue retention - all while avoiding unintended consequences. Doug is a Connecticut-based software and AI expert who has been in the tech industry since the late 90's. He has a background in ecommerce, SaaS, and ed tech, and has been in the HALO space for a bit over four years. He ...