Garner has expertise in management of all sales, marketing, and financial aspects of an organization. LITTLE ROCK, AR—January 17, 2019—ABC Financial (ABC) is pleased to announce the addition of Kyle Garner as Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Paul Schaller, ABC Financial’s Chief Executive Officer announced the news today. With over twenty years of…
Founder partners with industry-focused private equity firm to power next chapter of TRX’s ongoing mission as the global leader in functional training solutions and programming. SAN FRANCISCO, CA—January 16, 2019—TRX is pleased to announce it has successfully recapitalized the business with a strategic growth capital investment from Equity38, LLC (“Equity38”). Structured as a management buyout…
This agreement provides IHRSA with the opportunity to strengthen and extend its network and expertise in the United Kingdom. Boston, MA—January 15, 2019—The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) and Reps UK, the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs UK) have entered into an agreement as strategic partners. This agreement provides IHRSA with the opportunity to…
Even as states are returning to session, IHRSA is already hard at work talking to lawmakers across the country. As state governments return to session, so do worries about how tax legislation might affect your health club’s revenue in the coming year. Jeff Perkins, IHRSA’s assistant vice president of government relations, shares his insights on…
Together the organizations will lead the industry in business management education for the fitness marketplace. LITTLE ROCK, AR—January 14, 2019—ABC Financial (ABC), the leading software and payment processing provider to the health and fitness industry, announced their partnership with Perform Better, the leader in functional training equipment and education. Together the organizations will lead the…
Hobson comes to PPR with a tremendous background in racquet sports, marketing, sales and management. HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC—January 10, 2019—Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) is pleased to announce the hiring of its first full-time employee. As Member Services Manager, Nicole Hobson will serve more than 1,000 PPR members—and counting—with the quality and commitment expected in…
The sleek, digital, Bluetooth-enabled product, which is available in two colors is the latest product to join the Myzone portfolio. December 28, 2018—The new MZ-20 Home Scale is launched, and is the latest product to join the Myzone portfolio. The new scale is designed for the end user to manage their progress in the comfort…
According to the CDC, more than 100 million Americans have diabetes or prediabetes, a condition in which blood sugar is elevated, but not yet to the levels of type 2 diabetes. Most people do not know they have prediabetes—only 11.6% of people with the condition are aware. BOSTON—January 4, 2019—Diabetes is a growing problem for…
Health clubs are welcoming spaces that empower people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, needs and life circumstances. BOSTON, MA—December 19, 2018—With 2019 fast approaching and New Year’s fitness resolutions at hand, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) is reminding people of the many resources and year-round support that health clubs offer. Professional know-how, dependable…
Fitness Flooring in conjunction with Patriot Design proudly announce that they have recently completed installation of a 40,000 sf portable sports floor. INDIANAPOLIS—December 19, 2018—Fitness Flooring, Inc. of Indianapolis, IN, in conjunction with Patriot Design, of Lockport, IL, proudly announce that they have recently completed installation of a 40,000 sq ft portable sports floor at…
In many states, the 2017-2018 legislative session brought long lulls followed swiftly by proposed regulation of our industry. Here are the most memorable bills that occurred in the last two years. What are the biggest issues dealt to the fitness industry this legislative session? Our state work included many wins and a few close calls,…
Muscle Up Marketing becomes ABC Financial’s first platinum marketing partner. ALPHARETTA, GA—December 18, 2018—Muscle Up Marketing, a full-service marketing firm specializing in serving the health and fitness industry, announced their partnership with ABC Financial, the leading software and payment processing provider to the health and fitness industry. Muscle Up Marketing becomes ABC Financial’s first platinum…