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HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
by Pete Moore
Learn 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.
Episodes
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Episode #619: Merging Boutique Brands Under One Roof-Inside Drop Fitness' Unique Approach
Welcome back to HALO Talks! In this episode, Pete Moore sits down with Daniel Whittelsey, co-founder of Drop Fitness in Montvale, New Jersey, for an inside look at how disruptive thinking and a dose of frustration with the status quo led to a new model in the gym and wellness industry. Daniel...
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Episode #618: Med Spa Expansion, Regulation, and Niches-Insights from Amanda Guarniere of GuardianMD
Welcome to another episode of HALO Talks. Host Pete Moore sits down with Amanda Guarniere, a Nurse Practitioner, clinical operator, and VP of Sales and Marketing at GuardianMD, where we take a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of med spas, IV hydration, telehealth, and weight loss…
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Episode #617: From the Marines to Boardrooms-Jon Sheldon's Lessons on Leadership and Team Dynamics
Welcome back to HALO Talks, where we dive deep into the strategies and stories driving success in the Health, Active Lifestyle, and Outdoor sector. In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Jon Sheldon, founder of Belleau Wood Coaching and a true "coach of coaches" who specializes in...
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HALO Talks Fast Break: Revolutionizing Club Benefits-Amy Bach on Welld Health's Impact Across 10,000 Locations
This HALO Talks Fast Break is a must-listen for operators looking to streamline insurance payment headaches and unlock new member revenue with Welld Health. Amy Bach is their Chief Commercial Officer. She joined Pete Moore for a rapid-fire rundown on how tech is transforming check-in…
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Episode #616: Regenerative Medicine, Market Education, and the Future of Wellness-Insights from Bill Quateman
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Bill Quateman, founder and international director of Advanced BioCell. Known for his transition from an acclaimed recording artist to a pioneer in orthomolecular medicine and regenerative health therapies, Bill talks about his unique...
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Episode #615: Inside Austin Pickle Ranch with Tim Klitch-Growth, Community, and Private Equity in Pickleball
In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Tim Klitch, a former D1 tennis player, "Chief Fun Officer" and co-founder of Austin Pickle Ranch. Pete and Tim talk about everything from how pickleball skyrocketed from a niche sport to a 40-million-player phenomenon, the blend of social energy and...
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Episode #614: Building Sweathouz (SWTHZ)-Nico Varano on Scaling, Unit Economics, and Operational Excellence
In this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Nico Varano, CEO of SWTHZ who initially started as a franchisee and went on to help built the company into a fast-rising player in the contrast therapy and workout recovery space. Nico talks about his fairly unconventional path from...
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Episode #613: SoulFire's Formula-Blending Brand Identity, Community, and Profitability in Boutique Fitness
Welcome to HALO Talks! In this episode, we sit down with Kat and Brooke Wyman, the co-founders behind SoulFire Collective Yoga, a rapidly growing boutique fitness concept in the D.C. metro area. What began as a smaller, community-driven studio at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware, quickly blossomed into…
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Episode #612: Building Community Through Contrast Therapy-Carrie Bacon's Vision for 180 Degree Bathhouse
In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Carrie Bacon, a classically trained acupuncturist and co-founder of 180 Degrees Bathhouse in Kansas City. With decades of experience in acupuncture, bodywork, and holistic wellness (sparked by her own journey to recovery) Carrie talks about the...
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Episode #611: Outpatient Innovation-Dr. Munir Ghesani Discusses Theranostics, Expansion, and Clinical Trials
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Munir Ghesani, Chief Medical Director at United Theranostics, to explore the cutting edge of personalized cancer treatment and the business of scaling innovative healthcare delivery. Dr. Ghesani discusses his three decades long path in New York's academic...
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HALO Academy Two Minute Financial Drills: The Three Strategic Buyers Circling Independent Operators Right Now
It's Thursday and that means a 2 Minute Financial Drill! Now that we're slowly creeping into the fall and the pending restart of the HALO Academy in a new format (more on that later) keep an eye out for these. This one is clipped from Pete Moore's panel with Brian Smith at Piper Sandler at this...
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Episode #610: Navigating Legal Challenges in Fitness-Cory Sterling on Waivers, Compliance, and Scaling Safely
Welcome back to HALO Talks! In today's episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Cory Sterling, founder of Conscious Counsel, legal advisor, and entrepreneur dedicated to the health, active lifestyle, and outdoor (HALO) sectors. After starting his career in professional sports marketing and feeling...
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Episode #609: Building a Fitness Empire-Tony Scrimale Talks Growth, PE Strategy, and the Crunch Brand
Welcome to HALO Talks, where we take deep dives into the minds behind the most dynamic brands in the health, active lifestyle, and outdoors space. In this episode, we're joined by Tony Scrimale, CEO of CR Fitness and a true industry operator whose path took him from upstate New York to the heart…
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Episode #608: Dario Miceli-Making Padel Magazine and Championing a New Sport in America
In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Dario Miceli, the passionate founder of Padel Magazine, to explore the explosive growth and unique challenges of padel, one of the world's fastest-rising racket sports. Dario shares his career path from real estate investor to becoming the unlikely...
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Episode #607: Building EoS Fitness-Growth Strategies and Leadership Lessons from CEO, Rich Drengberg
Welcome to HALO Talks, where host Pete Moore sits down with Rich Drengberg, CEO of EoS Fitness and a seasoned leader in the fitness industry. In a rare podcast appearance, Rich shares his journey from Gold's Gym SoCal to transforming EoS into a powerhouse of high-value, low-price gyms across the...
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Episode #606: Building Planet Fitness-Joe Pepe Jr. on Family Legacy, Private Equity, and Scaling Fitness Clubs
In this episode, we sit down with Joe Pepe Jr., CEO of IGNITE Fitness Holdings, one of the largest Planet Fitness area developers and a second-generation leader in the health club industry. Born into a family deeply rooted in fitness entrepreneurship, with his father tracing back to the…
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Episode #605: How Mighty Pilates Became a Leader-Community Building, Teacher Training, and Smart Expansion
On this episode of HALO Talks, Pete Moore sits down with Cricket Wardein, founder of Mighty Pilates, and Cat Martin, the company's CEO and longtime fan, to explore the explosive growth and evolution of their premium Pilates studio brand. Starting with a single location in San Francisco in 2009,...
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Episode #604: Offset Loading's Breakthroughs in Athletic Training-Dr. Joel Seedman and Sal LoDuca Discuss
Welcome to another episode of HALO Talks! Today, Pete Moore is joined by Dr. Joel Seedman and Sal LoDuca for a discussion on advanced human performance and an innovative strength training methodology known as offset loading. Sal shares the origins of their company and his quest to enhance the...
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Episode #603: Behind UFC Gym's Global Franchise Surge with Adam Sedlack
Welcome back to HALO Talks! In this episode, we're joined once again by Adam Sedlack, CEO of UFC Gym, for another conversation that explores the evolution of the brand since his last appearance in May, 2019. (Link below.) Adam takes us behind the scenes on navigating the challenges of COVID-19,...
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Episode #602: Connecting Family Fitness-Lessons from GreatLIFE'S Integrated Approach with Nick Ovenden
On this episode of HALO Talks, we welcome Nick Ovenden of GreatLIFE, an organization that has redefined community recreation in the Sioux Falls, South Dakota area. What began as a sort of "accidental" golf course acquisition has evolved into a network of six golf courses, 19 fitness centers, and…
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Episode #601: Growing Club 16 and She's Fit-Inside British Columbia's Fitness Boom with Trevor Linden and Carl Ulmer
Welcome to HALO Talks NYC! In this episode, in this episodes, host Pete Moore sits down with Vancouver-based fitness entrepreneurs Trevor Linden and Carl Ulmer to explore the fantastic growth behind Club 16 and She's Fit health clubs in British Columbia. From the early days of innovating...
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Episode #600: Inside Ola Capital-Richey Hansen's Move from Endurance Sports to Healthy Aging Investments
Welcome to HALO Talks! In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Richey Hansen, a former college athlete turned sports injury prevention clinic founder, coach, and now. . . venture investor. Drawing from his roots in the sports world and experience leading the Roots Running Project (a...
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Episode #599: Leveraging Incentives for Massive Growth-John Dwyer's Winning Gym Strategies
On this episode of HALO Talks, Pete Moore sits down with internationally renowned marketing expert John Dwyer, also known as JD, for a deep dive into proven direct response marketing strategies that deliver real ROI . . . no vague brand-building promises. Hailing from Australia and celebrated for...
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Episode #598: Building an American-Made Brand-Jim Stallman Discusses Eco Global and Imagination Playground
Welcome to HALO Talks! In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Jim Stallman, the driving force behind Eco Global Manufacturing, a multi-generational family business based in Providence, Rhode Island. From its humble beginnings in upholstery supply after World War II to a diverse portfolio...
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Episode #597: Alexander Tsiaras Explains StoryMD and the Power of Owning Your Medical Data
Welcome back to HALO Talks. In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Alexander Tsiaras, founder of StoryMD and a pioneering force at the intersection of digital health and patient empowerment. From his roots as a DARPA programmer developing virtual surgery for astronauts and soldiers (!!)…
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Episode #596: Lessons Learned Scaling W.O.L.F Fitness-Tony Saxby on Franchise Growth
In this episode of HALO Talks, Pete Moore sits down with Tony Saxby, founder of W.O.L.F Fitness ("Workout Live Fierce") to explore his lifelong path in the HALO space. (Health, Active Lifestyle, Outdoors.) From humble beginnings as a teenage personal trainer at a local YMCA, through years of law...
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Episode #595: Legal Advice for HALO Entrepreneurs-Pitfalls, Intellectual Property, and Franchise Exits with Matt Fornaro
In this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore welcomes Matt Fornaro, a seasoned attorney with over 20 years of experience, now dedicated to supporting small businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. Having left the world of "big law," Matt brings invaluable insights into the legal challenges that...
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Episode #594: Transforming Rehabilitation-Ashok Gupta on Building Theranow's Tech-Driven Platform
Welcome to HALO Talks NYC! In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Ashok Gupta, Co-Founder and CEO of TheraNow, and talks about the future of telehealth and its impact on physical therapy. From humble beginnings and unique inspirations to the challenges of building a specialized...
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Episode #593: Sam Circh on Adaptive Youth Fitness, Watch Me Move NYC, and Building Inclusive Communities
On this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Sam Circh, founder of Watch Me Move NYC, a unique non-profit program dedicated to bringing movement and fitness experiences to thousands of children across Manhattan. Sam shares his path from volunteering at Genesee Valley Rotary Camp in Rochester,...
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Episode #592: Jody Merrill's Journey from Speech Therapy to Building btone Pilates Franchise
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Jody Merrill, founder of btone fitness, to explore her path from speech therapy to building a thriving Pilates-based studio business in Boston. Merrill shares some candid stories of personal reinvention, the inspiration that led her to...
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Episode #591: How Garrett Salpeter and NeuFit Are Transforming Injury Recovery with Neuro-Bioelectric Technology
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore welcomes Garrett Salpeter, founder of NeuFit, for a conversation about breakthrough technologies in injury recovery and nervous system stimulation. Salpeter shares his personal journey from college hockey player facing disappointing traditional...
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Episode #590: Inside NOVOS-How Chris Mirabile and Top Scientists Approach the Longevity Movement
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Chris Mirabile, founder of NOVOS, for an inspiring conversation about the science of longevity, the importance of preventative health, and the journey from personal health crises to building an impactful company in the supplement…
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Episode #589: From Backpacking to Beer Baths-The Journey Behind Oakwell Beer Spa
Welcome to HALO Talks! In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Jessica and Damien Zouaoui, the husband-and-wife team behind Oakwell Beer Spa in Denver, Colorado. They started in New York City, where feeling professionally unfulfilled, they decided to quit their corporate jobs, sell...
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Episode #588: Building Strive-Combining Science, Self-Improvement, and Authenticity in Men's Skincare
Welcome to this episode of HALO Talks, where Pete Moore sits down with Angel Olavarria, founder of Strive mens skincare, and cosmetic chemist from Forest Hills, Queens. Angel reflects on his journey from a career in sales to becoming an entrepreneur in men's skincare. He reflects on the idea that...
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Episode #587: Exploring GLP-1 Integration and Fitness Industry Innovation with David Appel of Korb Health
In this new episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with David Appel from KORB Health to dive into the rapidly evolving world of GLP-1s, fitness, and clinical care integration. Pulling from his experience as a longtime coach-turned-operator, Appel talks about the genesis of KORB and how...
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HALO Talks Fast Break: From Chaos to Centralization-Prospr's Approach to Operational Consistency
Welcome to another episode of HALO Talks! On today's Fast Break, host Pete Moore catches up with Erika Wasser, Co-Founder of Prospr. This is Erika's second appearance on the pod, her first being back in 2020. (Link below to the full episode.) Wasser has been on a mission to streamline club and...
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Episode #586: How Fitness and Wellness Tenants are Transforming New York's Real Estate Landscape with Jeff Roseman
In this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore reconnects with longtime friend and real estate industry veteran Jeff Roseman, Vice Chairman at Newmark and previous guest. (Podcast #151. Link below.) Together, they dive into the surging demand for fitness and wellness tenants in New York City,...
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HALO Talks Fast Break: From Boutique to Big Box-Jay Shoates Shares Operational and Community Insights
In this Fast Break, HALO sector veteran Jay Shoates put forward some powerful ideas on building fitness businesses that serve both professionals and the local community, as well as the importance of always learning and adapting. Some key takeaways: Agility in Business: The HALO sector isn't...
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Episode #585: Democratizing Preventive Health-Hunter Ziesing's Vision for Longevity and Data-Driven Wellness
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Hunter Ziesing, founder of Longevity Health, to dive into the rapidly chaing volving world of preventive health and personal wellness data. Bringing decades of experience from Wall Street, athletic pursuits, and nonprofit work, Hunter...
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Episode #584: From Corporate Success to Franchise Operator-Chris Rotondi's Journey with Serotonin Centers
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Chris Rotondi, franchisee of a Serotonin Center in Greenwich, Connecticut. From his early days as the 13th employee at Shift4 to his foray into the HALO (Health, Active Lifestyle, Outdoor) space, Chris talks about his entrepreneurial...
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HALO Talks Fast Break: Tackling Diabetes and Health Education with Ethan Bezner: Insights from the Future Healthcare Leaders
On this episode of HALO Talks-FastBreak, host Pete Moore welcomes University of Georgia student and public health major Ethan Bezner for a transparent conversation about tackling today's greatest health issues—loneliness, obesity, and diabetes. Bezner shares his motivations about why he dove into...
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Episode #583: Building Gold's Gym Success-Bryce Berry's Journey from Dairy Queen to Fitness Club Leader
Welcome to this episode of HALO Talks, where host Pete Moore sits down with Bryce Berry, a New York native whose career led him from Westchester County to the mountains of Salt Lake City, and eventually to building a powerhouse presence in the Gold's Gym franchise network. Bryce shares his...
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Episode #582: Building Sustainable Health Habits with Dr. Joey Munoz-Education, Accountability, and Fit for Life
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore welcomes Dr. Joey Munoz, a leader in the world of fitness and nutrition, straight from Tampa by way of Miami. Joey shares his transformation from an overweight teenager to earning a Ph.D in nutritional sciences, and explains how education and...
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Episode #581: Crossing the Tech Chasm-How Teambuildr Is Driving The Future Future of Coaching with Hewitt Tomlin
Welcome to HALO Talks! In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Hewitt Tomlin, the entrepreneur behind Teambuildr—a software platform that's changing the game on how strength coaches and personal trainers deliver programming. Starting with a simple idea in college, Hewitt has built...
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Episode #580: Building Bozeman's Fitness Mecca-Steve Roderick's Journey with The Ridge Athletic Club
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore welcomes industry veteran Steve Roderick, the man behind Bozeman, Montana's Ridge Athletic. Steve began his career in the HALO sector serendipitously—thanks to a chance encounter in a Wyoming bar—Roderick talks about how his love for athletics fueled...
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Episode #579: From SoulCycle to Satire-Johnny Hilbrant on Creating PE Guy and Viral Success
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Johnny Hilbrant—SoulCycle instructor turned viral sensation, also known as "PE Guy." From his roots riding and teaching at Soul in Chicago and Boston, Johnny talks about his journey from fitness enthusiast to comedic creator, blending...
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Episode #578: Lessons in Effective Communication and Brand Equity for Private Equity Firms with Scott Markman
Welcome to another episode of HALO Talks! Host Pete Moore sits down with branding expert and MonoGram Group founder Scott Markman for a wide-ranging conversation on private equity, marketing, and the art of standing out in a competitive landscape. From Scott's early days building powerhouse…
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Episode #577: Driving Employee Wellness Participation-Rich Novelli's Platform for Small Business Success
In this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore catches up with good friend and industry veteran Rich Novelli, marking his second appearance on the show. With over 40 years in the HALO space, Rich shares how he's now turning his focus from traditional health clubs to the rapidly-growing world of...
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Episode #576: Bringing Together Health, Wellness, and Tech-Kisaco's Connected Conference
In this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Reka Gobis from Kisaco Research. They discuss how their Connected Health & Fitness Conference is evolving to bring together industry leaders—from boutique gyms and major brands like Nike and Adidas, to healthcare giants like Mayo…
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Episode #575: Scaling Planet Fitness-Lessons in Execution and Growth from CJ Bouchard
In this episode of HALO Talks, industry veteran CJ Bouchard opens up to host Pete Moore about the realities of entrepreneurship in the fitness industry, sharing candid stories of risk, resilience, and what it really means to build from the ground up. From betting his savings on a fledgling...
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Learn 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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