The BFS 2024 State of the Industry Report is the only independently produced report for the boutique fitness industry that includes key insights and current fitness industry trends that help owners and executives manage their businesses and drive profitably.

The BFS 2024 State of the Industry Report identifies the most common characteristics and business metrics for profitable studios.

Julian Barnes is the Co-Founder and CEO of BFS, a market intelligence and growth accelerator for beauty, fitness & self care businesses and, in that role, he serves as a strategic growth advisor to help BFS’ members achieve and enhance their profitability. He has held marketing leadership roles at Velocity Sports Performance and Oasis Day Spa and later co-founded Body Local, NYC’s top networking platform for wellness professionals.

Barnes is also an educator who created New York University’s Institute in Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management; lectured at the Wharton School of Business and at Columbia University; and was a presenter at conferences such as the National Strength & Conditioning Assn, Health & Fitness Assn and the IDEA Health & Fitness Assn. He has been featured in The New York Times, Men’s Health magazine and Crain’s NY. He earned his BA from Tufts University and his JD from the UNC at Chapel Hill School of Law.

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Welcome to the first episode of the year on the Gym Owners Fitness Business Podcast! In today's session, we engage in a deep dive with Jay Ramsden, Director of Qualified Trainers, a transformative group fitness management platform. Jay shares insights on how this comprehensive solution can ease the administrative burdens faced by gym owners, personal trainers, and group fitness instructors alike.

Listen in as we explore the platform's ability to streamline compliance, manage fill-ins, and improve instructor recruitment, enabling gym owners to focus more on building their community. Jay explains the evolution of the product, its vital features, and the tremendous impact it can have on gym operations. We also discuss the exciting future developments that promise to expand its capabilities beyond group fitness management.

If you're looking to enhance your facility’s efficiency and boost your member experience, this episode is a must-listen. Plus, find out how you can connect with Jay for a demo of this groundbreaking solution.

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Welcome to the Women's Leaders Fitness Business Podcast, proudly supported by the Health and Fitness Association. In this exciting episode, host Mel Tempest catches up with industry leaders Laura Munkholm, President and Co-founder of Walla, and Wendy White, Chief Marketing and Partner Officer at DAXCO. Both are prominent figures in women's leadership.

Join us as we dive into a dynamic conversation filled with insights and updates from the fitness industry over the past six months. Celebrate Wendy's inspiring lifestyle transformation and learn about Laura's journey with Walla, a groundbreaking software platform for boutique fitness studios. Discover how both leaders are pushing the boundaries of fitness technology and community engagement.

We also explore the trends shaping the industry in 2024, including the rising influence of AI and integrated marketing automation. Learn how these advancements are helping fitness businesses thrive in a competitive market. The discussion touches on the importance of Google reviews, referrals, and the evolving dynamics of franchise operations.

Finally, we delve into the topic of women's leadership in the fitness industry, examining the progress made and the challenges that remain. Wendy and Laura share their personal experiences and aspirations for empowering women leaders in the years to come.

Tune in for an inspiring and informative episode that promises to leave you motivated and informed about the future of the fitness industry.

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Laura

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauramunkholm/

Contact Wendy

https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendywwhite/

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