Today I’m joined by Dan Gluck. Dan is a Managing Partner at PowerPlant Ventures — a venture capital firm investing in better-for-you, plant-based food companies. In today’s episode, we talked about Dan’s experience founding Healthwarrior and selling to Pepsi, emerging categories within plant-based foods like dairy, functional ingredients, and personalized nutrition, and why we’re still in the early stages of plant-based foods remaking our food system. More from Dan >> Dan is a Managing Par...
Apr 07, 2020•42 min
Today I’m joined by Aly Orady. Aly is the founder and CEO of Tonal, the world’s most intelligent home gym. In today’s episode, we discussed Aly’s plan to build a platform around strength training, how COVID-19 is impacting the fitness industry, and how personalization could transform at-home fitness. More from Aly >> Aly Orady is the CEO and Founder of Tonal, the world's most intelligent fitness system and the first truly personalized approach to strength training. A 20-year silicon valley...
Mar 31, 2020•37 min
Today I’m joined by Alex Katz. Alex is the founder and CEO of Two Chairs, a mental health startup providing access to in-person psychotherapy. In today’s episode, we talk about destigmatizing mental health, the difference between wellness and healthcare, and why Two Chairs is focused on providing in-person therapy over purely digital services. Let’s get into it. More from Alex and Two Chairs >> Alex Katz is the founder and CEO of Two Chairs , which provides high-quality psychotherapy at th...
Mar 24, 2020•43 min
Today I’m joined by Jon Canarick. Jon is the Managing Director at North Castle Partners, a leading private equity firm focused on the healthy living sectors. In today’s episode, we discuss the evolving fitness landscape, why Jon doesn’t buy into the gympocalypse, and we explore North Castle's investments in Barry's, Echelon, Crunch Fitness, and more. Let’s get into it. More from Jon >> Jonathan (“Jon”) Canarick is a Managing Director with 18 years of consumer private equity investment expe...
Mar 17, 2020•42 min
Today I’m joined by Matteo Franceschetti. Matteo is the CEO of Eight Sleep, the sleep fitness company. In today’s episode, we talked about how Eight Sleep is using AI, data, and temperature regulation to improve sleep. How Matteo plans to expand beyond the mattress to reinvent the entire sleep environment. And why Eight Sleep is often compared to Tesla. Let’s get into it. More from Matteo & Eight Sleep >> Matteo Franceschetti has always been obsessed with performance. Athletic performa...
Mar 10, 2020•41 min
Today I’m joined by Rishi Mandal. Rishi is the co-founder and CEO of Future — a digital personal training service that connects users with human coaches to create custom workout plans. In today’s episode, Rishi and I talked about the power of high-touch personal coaching, Future’s commitment to retention, and creating a constellation of experts in your life. More from Rishi >> Rishi is the co-founder and CEO of Future ( www.future.fit ), which is backed by Kleiner Perkins and Founders Fund...
Mar 03, 2020•44 min
Today I’m joined by Aarti Kapoor. Aarti is an investment banker at Goldman Sachs covering Consumer & Retail clients, including high-growth health, wellness & lifestyle companies. In today’s episode, Aarti and I discussed the evolution of the wellness market, the filters she uses to access deals, and the impact of digital and connected fitness on the future of the industry. About Aarti >> Aarti Kapoor covers Consumer & Retail clients at Goldman Sachs in the Investment Banking Di...
Feb 25, 2020•38 min
Today I’m joined by Nate Bosshard. Nate is a consumer-oriented brand builder. Most recently, he was on the founding team at Tonal where he served as the CMO. But he’s also held roles at Burton, North Face, Nest, and GoPro. In today’s episode, we talked about building an authentic network, taking a brand from zero to one, and how timing, adversity, luck and failure impact success. It’s a wide-ranging conversation with a ton of unique insights that I think you’ll find valuable. Let’s get into it. ...
Feb 18, 2020•48 min
Today I’m joined by Ally Davidson. Ally is the co-founder and co-CEO of Camp Gladiator. In today’s episode, I talked with Ally about scaling Camp Gladiator from one class to 4,000 locations, increasing access to fitness, and the role of community and technology have played in growing the business. I had a great time chatting with Ally and I hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Ally and Camp Gladiator >> Ally Davidson, the co-founder and co-CEO of Camp Gladiator, has a pas...
Feb 11, 2020•37 min
Today I’m joined by Scott Marcaccio Scott is the co-founder and CEO of Myodetox. In today’s episode, I talked with Scott about reinventing recovery and physical therapy, his disciplined approach to growth, and the keys to building a strong company culture. I had a great time chatting with Scott and I hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Scott and Myodetox >> Scott Marcaccio is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Myodetox, a lifestyle physical therapy brand opera...
Feb 04, 2020•38 min
Today I’m joined by Soraya Darabi Soraya is the co-founder and managing partner of Trail Mix Ventures. In today’s episode, I talked with Soraya about investing in the future of living well, her take on the current state of the wellness industry, and her advice for founders looking to start a company in the space. I had a great time chatting with Soraya and I hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Soraya >> Soraya Darabi began her career as Manager of Digital Partnerships an...
Jan 28, 2020•39 min
Today I’m joined by Debra Strougo Frohlich Debra is one of the Founders of Row House In today’s episode, I talked with Debra about what it takes to succeed in the fitness industry, her experience building and scaling a boutique concept, and why Row House stands out in a crowded studio landscape. I had a great time chatting with Debra and I hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Debra >> Debra Strougo Frohlich is the Founder of Row House, which she and her husband launched i...
Jan 21, 2020•42 min
Today I’m joined by Lauren Foundos Lauren is the founder and CEO of FORTË In today’s episode, I talked with Lauren about using content to scale beyond the four walls of a studio or gym, how the company created a turnkey solution for live streaming classes, and the company’s new plan to go beyond a marketplace and become the technology infrastructure for streaming fitness content. More from Lauren & FORTË Lauren Foundos, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FORTË since 2015. FORTË streams l...
Jan 14, 2020•37 min
Today I’m joined by Ed Buckley. Ed is the Chairman and CEO of Peerfit. In today’s episode, I talked with Ed about pioneering the concept of “fully-funded fitness”, building the billion-dollar bridge between fitness and healthcare, and what the significance of the name, “Peerfit”. I had a great time chatting with Ed and I hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Ed & Peerfit >> Edward J. Buckley, III, PhD, is the CEO of Peerfit, the market leader in connecting employers an...
Jan 07, 2020•45 min
Today I’m joined by Rick Stollmeyer. Rick is the co-founder and CEO of MINDBODY. In today’s episode, I talked with Rick about the 20-year history of Mindbody. His take on the evolution of the wellness industry — including a growing opportunity in India and the future of boutique studios. And Rick's advice for entrepreneurs raising capital. I had a great time chatting with Rick and I hope you enjoy listening. More from Rick & MINDBODY >> Rick Stollmeyer co-founded MINDBODY in his garage...
Dec 17, 2019•38 min
Today I’m joined by Jim Crowell. Jim is the CEO of OPEX. On today’s episode, we talk about Jim’s experience as a gym owner, his journey to becoming the CEO of a fast-growing fitness company, and his thoughts on the future of the fitness industry. I had a great time chatting with Jim and hope you enjoy listening. More from Jim & OPEX >> Jim is a CEO, a business investigator, and a communication strategist in the fitness industry. His work ethic, experience and vision allow him to help f...
Dec 10, 2019•45 min
Today I’m joined by Jim Huether. Jim is the CEO of Hyperice. On today’s episode, we talk with Jim about the company’s innovative and technology-focused approach to recovery, how he thinks about leadership and team building, and why Hyperice got into the world of e-sports. I had a great time chatting with Jim and hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Jim and Hyperice >> Jim is an Executive Leader with expertise within the health technology and medical industries. After join...
Dec 03, 2019•38 min
Today I’m joined by Lisa Blau. Lisa is a co-founder of Able partners. On today’s episode, we talked to Lisa about the boundless nature of the wellness industry, how startups can find success by breaking down land-held stigmas, and the importance of building a strong brand. I had a great time chatting with Lisa and hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Lisa Blau and Able Partners >> Lisa Blau has spent the last decade as an active angel investor focused on consumer busines...
Nov 26, 2019•28 min
Today I’m joined by Khalil Zahar. Khalil is the CEO and co-founder of FightCamp. On today’s episode, we talk with Khalil about the evolving definition of wellness, the disruption taking place in the fitness industry, how FightCamp plans to own the boxing vertical, and what it takes to stand out in the connected fitness category. I had a great time chatting with Khalil and I hope you enjoy listening. More from Khalil & FightCamp >> An engineer by profession, Khalil Zahar was completing ...
Nov 19, 2019•38 min
Today I’m joined by Will Ahmed Will is the founder and CEO of WHOOP. On today’s episode, we talk with Will about unlocking human performance, how alcohol affects recovery, and the difference between wellness and what Will refers to as a Performance Lifestyle. I had a great time chatting with Will and I hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Will and WHOOP >> Will Ahmed is the Founder and CEO of WHOOP, which has developed next generation wearable technology for optimizing hu...
Nov 12, 2019•36 min
Today I’m joined by Caitlin Landesberg. Caitlin is the founder and CEO of Sufferfest Beer Company. On today’s episode, we talk with Caitlin about what makes Sufferfest a happy accident, how she’s creating the go-to beer for sweaty experiences, and why there’s no such thing as luck. I had a great time chatting with Caitlin and I hope you enjoy listening. More from Caitlin & Sufferfest >> Driven by her desire to have the best “finish line” beer in the world, Caitlin Landesberg took matte...
Nov 05, 2019•40 min
Today I’m joined by Ethan Agarwal. Ethan is the founder and CEO of Aaptiv. In today’s episode, we talked to Ethan about building an executive team as a solo founder, how Aaptiv creates community among its users, and the role of personalization in the future of fitness. I had a great time chatting with Ethan and I hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Ethan & Aaptiv >> Aaptiv Founder and CEO Ethan Agarwal first thought of Aaptiv while working as a business consultant – ...
Oct 29, 2019•24 min
Today I’m joined by Sadie Kurzban. Sadie is the founder and CEO of 305 Fitness. On today’s episode, we talked to Sadie about her journey from winning a pitch competition to scaling a boutique fitness business, her mission to democratize fitness, and the importance of staying true to who you are. I had a great time chatting with Sadie and hope you enjoy listening. Let’s get into it. More from Sadie & 305 Fitness >> Sadie Kurzban is the 29-year old founder and CEO of 305 Fitness. Named "...
Oct 22, 2019•33 min
Today I’m joined by Amanda Eilian. Amanda is a co-founder of Able partners. In today’s episode, we talked about Amanda’s experience as an investor in the positive living space, her take on the future of the wellness industry—including mental health and psychedelics, and her advice for founders looking to break into the space. I had a great time chatting with Amanda and hope you enjoy listening. More from Amanda Eilian & Able Partners >> Amanda Eilian is the co-founder of __able Partner...
Oct 15, 2019•37 min
Today I’m joined by Bruce Smith. Bruce is the CEO of Hydrow. In today’s episode, we talked about Bruce’s goal to make rowing more accessible, Hydrow’s place in the connected fitness landscape, and how the company could use augmented reality to create at-home experiences like rock climbing. I had a great time chatting with Bruce and hope you enjoy listening. More from Bruce Smith & Hydrow >> A lifelong entrepreneur, rower and coach, Bruce Smith is the CEO & Founder of Hydrow, the Li...
Oct 08, 2019•33 min
Hi, I’m Joe Vennare, co-founder and COO of Fitt. Here to tell you about my new podcast, Fitt Insider — a weekly interview show where I talk with the entrepreneurs, executives, and investors who are redefining the business of fitness and wellness. Every week, we’ll discuss the most important topics impacting boutique studios, the future of food, fitness technology, wellness trends, and more. From product launches and funding news to game-changing innovation, it’s my goal to provide listeners with...
Oct 02, 2019•1 min
