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One Day with Jon BierHow Anthony Vennare Cheated Death and Began A Wellness RevolutionAnthony Vennare is the co-founder of Fitt Insider, a rapidly growing platform that combines B2B media, recruiting, investment, consulting, and community building. His startup success story is one of challenges and his passion for health comes from a very authentic place. A former Marine and gym owner, Vennare found himself on the brink of death twice and found inspiration from his lowest point of strength. This wide-ranging discussion with Jon Bier may change how you view the entire wellness industry.Learn more about Fitt Insider and sign up for the newsletter here!2025-06-261h 02
Future of FitnessAnthony Vennare - The Future of Fitt InsiderIn this conversation, Eric Malzone and Anthony discuss the recent rebranding of Fitt Insider, exploring its evolution from a newsletter to a comprehensive holding company. They delve into the importance of community, mental health, and the challenges facing the fitness industry, including the need for investment and authentic connections. Anthony shares his vision for the future of Fitt Insider, emphasizing the importance of holistic health and the role of media in shaping the industry. The discussion highlights the need for fresh ideas and new voices in fitness, as well as the potential for innovative gym models that foster community...2025-06-1955 min
Fitt Insider286. Dr. Anthony Gustin, Co-Founder of Lineage ProvisionsToday, I'm joined by Dr. Anthony Gustin, co-founder of Lineage Provisions. Lineage Provisions is tackling the broken food system through clean meat products that support sustainable agriculture while providing consumers nutrient-dense snacks. In this episode, we discuss the critical connection between soil health, animal agriculture, and human well-being. We also cover: Building a regenerative supply chain Solving problems rather than chasing trends Consequences of our disconnection from nature Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscr...2025-04-2942 minFitt Insider286. Dr. Anthony Gustin, Co-Founder of Lineage ProvisionsToday, I'm joined by Dr. Anthony Gustin, co-founder of Lineage Provisions. Lineage Provisions is tackling the broken food system through clean meat products that support sustainable agriculture while providing consumers nutrient-dense snacks. In this episode, we discuss the critical connection between soil health, animal agriculture, and human well-being. We also cover: Building a regenerative supply chain Solving problems rather than chasing trends Consequences of our disconnection from nature Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscr...2025-04-2942 min
Going Deep with Aaron Watson260 Anthony Vennare, Building a Fitness Media & Technology Company the Right WayI love meeting people who beat the odds. Anthony Vennare was supposed to be a “dumb jock”. He wasn’t supposed to open a gym and find profitability within 2 months. He wasn’t supposed to raise millions of dollars to get more people working out. He wasn’t supposed to sign deals with massive healthcare companies and turn the world of digital content writing on its head. Luckily, no one told him. Today, Anthony is the co-founder and CEO of Fitt – a media and technology company that connects people to local health and fit...2025-04-1035 min
The Augmented LifeHow To Go from ‘Sick Care’ to ‘Preventative Care’ with Fitt Insider founder, Anthony VennareIn an industry drowning in promotional content and paid advertising, Fitt Insider's founder, Anthony Vennare’s commitment to genuine, transparent coverage of consumer health products stands out. He’s a man of integrity.
This episode of The Augmented Life revealed fascinating parallels between Anthony's own personal journey with his health— which included learning how to get to a place of preventative care—and the broader evolution of the wellness industry.
Anthony’s drive to succeed in business was supported by his training as a marine. There he learned to master the mindset of radical empowerment, which has translated seamlessly to the ups...2025-02-0549 min
Culture EditEp. 075 – Anthony Vennare, Co-Founder of Fitt Insider & WellworthyThis week’s guest is Anthony Vennare, Co-Founder of Fitt Insider and Wellworthy, a platform for health and wellness, which include popular newsletter, media, consulting, and talent acquisition. They chat about all things business of health, the emerging trends in the fitness industry, some “taboo” topics, beating cancer, and what it takes to be an entrepreneur and build a business through adversity. Refreshing and real, this is one of the best interviews they’ve had on the pod. Make sure you subscribe to Fitt Insider and give Anthony a follow on LinkedIn. They are doing big things at Fitt, and you don’t want t...2025-01-211h 13
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 54 - Fitness Industry Growth Drivers: GLP-1s, Strength Training and Personalized HealthcareWelcome to this extended episode of LIFTS, your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Today, hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks, are joined by Anthony Vennare, the founder of pioneering news aggregator Fitt Insider and Wellworthy to reflect on how predictions made about 2024 played out and to look ahead at the trends and innovations driving the future direction of the fitness and wellness industries. This LIFTS episode covers: A review of 2024 predictions and how they played out. Trends and predictions for fitness b...2025-01-051h 10
Shift Happens with Litty SamuelThe End of Traditional Healthcare: Your Apple watch is a Major Factor!How are wearables and biomarker tracking redefining the future of healthcare? In this episode, we explore the big shift transforming healthcare with two industry experts: Anthony Vennare, Co-Founder of Fitt Insider, and Clint Carter, Senior Editor at InsideTracker. We’ll dive into how this tech-driven transformation is shaping personalized wellness. Special thanks to Jamie Kakkanattu (MSN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC) and Simi John, PT, DPT, for lending their insights to the conversation.2024-11-0939 min
RootedCo-Founder of Fitt Insider, Anthony Vennare: Doing the Basics Well in Life and BusinessIn this episode of Rooted, I interviewed Anthony Vennare, the Co-Founder of Fitt Insider, the #1 newsletter for health and fitness operators. Anthony and his brother, Joe, also run Fitt Consulting (providing advice to founders and execs), Fitt Talent (a job board with all of the openings in the industry), Fitt Capital (their health and wellness company investments), and the Fitt Insider podcast.
I’m a huge fan of everything that they’re doing at Fitt because of how well they consolidate the information in the health and wellness industry into one place. What’s been clear to me sinc...2024-11-0145 min
Shift Happens with Litty SamuelA look inside the Fitness Bubble that burst and left Peloton strugglingIn this episode, we dive deep into the rise and fall of Peloton, one of the most captivating stories in the connected fitness space. As someone who has worked in the fitness industry for years, including stints at Men’s Health and Shape, I’ve witnessed firsthand the fast-paced evolution of brands like Peloton. Joining me is Anthony Vennare of Fitt Insider, an expert in the fitness industry who shares his insights on Peloton’s meteoric rise, the bubble of at-home fitness tech, and how consumer behavior has drastically shifted in the post-pandemic world. We explore what’s next for Peloton...2024-10-1624 min
The Rebooting ShowFitt Insider's Anthony Vennare on niche media modelsFitt Insider, a media brand for the fitness and wellness industry, is a good example of the type of media brand that hits on many of the current trends in the industry:Niche. The fitness and broader wellness industry is a growing area that will only expand.B2B. The most robust media models are B2B or targeting influential audiences with similar approaches.Direct. Fitt relies on podcasts for engagement and its 100,000 email subscriber list for audience data and a direct connection. Organic. Too many newsletters are growth hacked. Fitt Insider has traded slower growth for a qu...2024-10-0154 minFuture of FitnessAnthony Vennare - Pass/Fail - 2023 Industry PredictionsIn this episode, Eric Malzone and Anthony Vennare provide updates and reflections on the fitness industry, discussing trends, predictions, and insights. They revisit previous predictions, highlighting the evolution of movement health, industry consolidation, and the importance of integrations. Vennare shares updates on Fit Insider, including new partnerships and services like sponsorships, newsletter updates, and a jobs board. They delve into emerging trends such as outdoor activities and recreational sports, emphasizing community engagement and the challenge of monetization. https://www.wodify.com/ https://podcastcollective.io/ 2024-03-1153 min
Lubo Smid Podcast#70 Fitness Path: From Trainer to Venture Capitalist | Anthony VennareAnthony Vennare is the co-founder of Fitt Insider. Having his dad pass away from brain cancer, he realized early on the importance of health. Now he shares the simple fitness formula with thousands of subscribers and fellow fitness founders.
Together with his brother Joe, they tapped into the multi-trillion industry and are now advising other companies on how to enter the world of health and wellness.
Key takeaways:1. Fitness doesn’t have to suck: hike, bike, answer your calls whilst walking2. Basic fitness formula: move more, eat better, don’t ov...2024-02-1748 min
Lubo Smid Podcast#70 Fitness Path: From Trainer to Venture Capitalist | Anthony VennareAnthony Vennare is the co-founder of Fitt Insider. Having his dad pass away from brain cancer, he realized early on the importance of health. Now he shares the simple fitness formula with thousands of subscribers and fellow fitness founders.
Together with his brother Joe, they tapped into the multi-trillion industry and are now advising other companies on how to enter the world of health and wellness.
Key takeaways:
1. Fitness doesn’t have to suck: hike, bike, answer your calls whilst walking
2. Basic fitness formula: move more, eat better, don...2024-02-1648 min
Lubo Smid Podcast#70 Fitness Path: From Trainer to Venture Capitalist | Anthony VennareAnthony Vennare is the co-founder of Fitt Insider. Having his dad pass away from brain cancer, he realized early on the importance of health. Now he shares the simple fitness formula with thousands of subscribers and fellow fitness founders.
Together with his brother Joe, they tapped into the multi-trillion industry and are now advising other companies on how to enter the world of health and wellness.
Key takeaways:
1. Fitness doesn’t have to suck: hike, bike, answer your calls whilst walking
2. Basic fitness formula: move more, eat better, don...2024-02-1648 min
Lubo Smid Podcast#70 Fitness Path: From Trainer to Venture Capitalist | Anthony VennareAnthony Vennare is the co-founder of Fitt Insider. Having his dad pass away from brain cancer, he realized early on the importance of health. Now he shares the simple fitness formula with thousands of subscribers and fellow fitness founders.
Together with his brother Joe, they tapped into the multi-trillion industry and are now advising other companies on how to enter the world of health and wellness.
Key takeaways:
1. Fitness doesn’t have to suck: hike, bike, answer your calls whilst walking
2. Basic fitness formula: move more, eat better, don...2024-02-1648 min
Lubo Smid Podcast#70 Fitness Path: From Trainer to Venture Capitalist | Anthony VennareAnthony Vennare is the co-founder of Fitt Insider. Having his dad pass away from a brain cancer, he realized early on the importance of health. Now he shares the simple fitness formula with thousands of subscribers and fellow fitness founders.
Together with his brother Joe, they tapped into the multi-trillion industry and are now advising other companies on how to enter the world of health and wellness.
Key takeaways:
1. Fitness doesn’t have to suck: hike, bike, answer your calls whilst walking
2. Basic fitness formula: mov...2024-02-1548 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 327 - Trends to Transform the Fitness Industry in 2024 | Anthony Vennare & Mo IqbalOn this week’s episode of the Escape Your Limits podcast, we are joined by two of the industry’s most sought after thought leaders; Anthony Vennare, successful entrepreneur and Founder of Fiit Insider, and Mo Iqbal, Founder and CEO of Sweatworks, to take a look back at the fitness industry ‘Flexes and Fails’ of 2023 as well as discuss 2024 predictions and future trends. The fitness industry has been through a tumultuous time. A time of change, challenges and opportunities. Some innovations have received rocketing success and yet others have fallen by the wayside. Technology has seen a surge in...2024-01-031h 12
Gym World WorldwideTrends that will shape the future of fitnessJohn Franklin (https://twitter.com/JohnIsBuilding) and Mateo Lopez sat down with the Founder of Fitt Insider (https://insider.fitt.co/), Anthony Vennare (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vennare), to discuss what's next in the fitness industry how gym owners can prepare for future business.
P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/) so you don't miss out.
Show notes:
(00:00) Introducing Anthony Vennare
(4:08) How Anth...2023-09-2259 min
Terra API Podcast - Stay Fit, Stay ConnectedFounder of Fitt Insider: Anthony VennareAnthony, a former Marine, shares his journey from a focus on fitness to a broader concern for health, triggered by his father's struggle with brain cancer. Following his service, he needed to support his family and turned his passion for fitness into a means of income. This led him to co-found Fitt Insider, one of the best media companies in the space of fitness, which started as a newsletter.
Anthony and his brother built Fitt Insider initially as a side project. They began by sharing their unique perspective on the fitness industry through a monthly newsletter, which rapidly grew in...2023-05-2641 min
Smart Health with Rachel Sanders#11 Anthony Vennare - The Importance of Community In The Health IndustryOur guest today is Anthony Vennare, Founder of Fitt Insider, a newsletter, podcast, and community of industry leaders who are building a platform for the future of fitness and wellness. Anthony’s passion for health is basically in his DNA. He started training as an athlete at age 12, later joining the military and then excelling as a trainer and strength coach before founding Fitt Insider. This week Rachel sits down with Anthony to talk about research, analysis and trends in the health and wellness space. Anthony shares his lessons learned personally and professionally and the importance of community when re...2023-03-2927 min
Be Well by Kelly LevequeUniversal Habits and Practices to Make Your Body Work Better with Dr. Kelly and Juliet Starrett #WellnessWednesdaysToday's guests are Dr. Kelly Starrett and Juliet Starrett, co-founders of The Ready State and San Francisco CrossFit and all around dynamic duo. Kelly Starrett is the co-author of the New York Times bestselling book, Becoming a Supple Leopard, Ready to Run, and The Wall Street Journal bestseller, Deskbound. In his career as a physical therapist, Kelly has worked with athletes and coaches from the NFL, MBA, NHL, MBL, and the US Olympic team. I've been following his work since 2014 and would consider Kelly to be the first functional physical therapist in practice where he merged activity, physical therapy...2023-03-291h 12
Fitness Business Asia PodcastAnthony Vennare of Fitt Insider on Industry Shifts, Trends and OpportunitiesWe welcome Anthony Vennare of Fitt Insider for a deep dive into the state of the fitness industry and what we can expect over the coming years. Don’t miss this episode that’s jam packed with knowledge and value from a true industry leader. GUEST RESOURCES Anthony Vennare on LinkedIn Fitt Insider Fitt Capital THE FIT GUIDE Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world’s best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness...2023-03-1359 min
The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast101: Anthony Vennare, Co-Founder, Fitt Insider & Fitt Capital: Trends in the World of Sleep, Fitness and Wellness.GUEST BIO: Anthony Vennare is the co-founder of Fitt Insider and Fitt Capital. As a lifelong athlete, strength coach, and former United States Marine, Anthony now works at the intersection of technology, venture capital, and health/fitness. An experienced operator, exited founder, and fund advisor he leads the firm’s investment strategy, working closely with startups at the earliest stages. SHOW NOTES: 😴 What led Anthony Vennare to the health, fitness, and sleep industry😴 I highly recommend subscribing to the Fitt Insider Newsletter (https://insider.fitt.co/newsletter/) as it is one of t...2023-03-0156 min
Movement Health MattersEpisode 3 - Joe Vennare (Fitt Insider)In this episode of Movement Health Matters, we talk with Joe Vennare, the Co-Founder of Fitt Insider and a Partner at Fitt Capital. Alongside his brother Anthony, Joe has built Fitt Insider into the leading content and media outlet (both newsletter and podcast) for fitness and wellness. It is a resource for founders, executives, and investors, providing decision-makers with insights and analysis of an evolving industry. Joe advises on and invests in numerous companies within the health and wellness industry. (Disclaimer: Fitt Insider is an investor in movr.)In this interview, Joe shares how he got his...2023-02-2248 min
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitCurrent Affairs in the Fitness Industry with Anthony Vennare from Fitt InsiderWelcome to the Industry Current Affairs show by the Fitness Business Podcast. Our guest is Anthony Vennare, cofounder of Fitt Insider and Fitt Capital. Anthony has his finger on the pulse of the industry, and we'll hear what he sees and hears from industry statistics to perspectives on industry development. Anthony is a lifelong athlete, strength coach, and former United States Marine. He now works at the intersection of technology, venture capital, and health and fitness. What You'll Learn: Super interesting data on the state of the industry Individuals and brands who are the movers and s...2023-02-1435 minThe Fitness Business PodcastCurrent Affairs in the Fitness Industry with Anthony Vennare from Fitt InsiderWelcome to the Industry Current Affairs show by the Fitness Business Podcast. Our guest is Anthony Vennare, cofounder of Fitt Insider and Fitt Capital. Anthony has his finger on the pulse of the industry, and we'll hear what he sees and hears from industry statistics to perspectives on industry development. Anthony is a lifelong athlete, strength coach, and former United States Marine. He now works at the intersection of technology, venture capital, and health and fitness. What You'll Learn: Super interesting data on the state of the industry Individuals and brands who are the movers and s...2023-02-1435 min
Choose the Hard WayFitt Insider + Fitt Capital Co-Founder Anthony Vennare - Entrepreneur, Investor - From $0 to Leading the Future of Health, Wellness, Connected Fitness, Human Performance & CommunityFor serial entrepreneur and Fitt CEO, Anthony Vennare, community is the super power driving winning businesses in health, wellness & fitness. Anthony and his brother and business partner Joe have started and successfully exited multiple businesses in these spaces. Together they’re the founders of Fitt Insider and Fitt Capital and have built a platform at the center of these industries. The Fitt Insider newsletter and podcast analyze industry headlines, trends and investment activity in the health, wellness, fitness & human performance business landscape. Fitt Capital invests in and advises mission-driven startups redefining well-being. To date, they’ve m...2023-01-251h 05Choose the Hard WayFitt Insider + Fitt Capital Co-Founder Anthony Vennare - Entrepreneur, Investor - From $0 to Leading the Future of Health, Wellness, Connected Fitness, Human Performance & CommunityFor serial entrepreneur and Fitt CEO, Anthony Vennare, community is the super power driving winning businesses in health, wellness & fitness. Anthony and his brother and business partner Joe have started and successfully exited multiple businesses in these spaces. Together they’re the founders of Fitt Insider and Fitt Capital and have built a platform at the center of these industries. The Fitt Insider newsletter and podcast analyze industry headlines, trends and investment activity in the health, wellness, fitness & human performance business landscape. Fitt Capital invests in and advises mission-driven startups redefining well-being. To date, they’ve m...2023-01-251h 05Future of FitnessAnthony Vennare - Fitt Insider & Megatrends For 2023Anthony Vennare is a product-focused operator, United States Marine, and 3x exited founder, leading product and ecosystem development. Understanding current and future trends are essential for businesses to stay ahead of the competition and remain relevant. Tune in to find out more! Links: https://insider.fitt.co/ ============================ Spren: https://www.spren.com/spren-vision I LOVE LMNT. If there is one person I trust with my nutrition and supplementation, it's Robb Wolf. LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix with every...2022-11-2952 min
Subscribing to WellnessEpisode #59: Anthony Vennare, Fitt InsiderToday on Subscribing To Wellness, we are joined by Anthony Vennare, Co-Founder of Fitt Insider. Fitt Insider is a newsletter, podcast, and community of industry-leading operators. Fitt Insider is building the platform for the future of fitness and wellness.
Episode Fun Facts:
Fitt has three focus areas -->
1) Newsletter: Industry news and analysis delivered free every Tuesday.
2) Podcast: A weekly interview show featuring conversations with industry leaders.
3) Fund: Investing in early-stage companies across fitness, wellness, and health.2022-11-1633 min
Just FlexItFITT Insider’s Anthony Vennare Joins Just FlexIt™Anthony Vennare is a fitness buff, family man, marine, and business enthusiast. Following his tenure in the armed forces, Anthony and his brother Joe Vennare have started several business ventures over the years, including Fitt City and Fitt Insider. The Fitt Insider platform offers a newsletter, podcast, and industry research, and has recently expanded into a fund for the health and wellness space. Anthony Vennare joined the Just FlexIt™ podcast to discuss his journey over the years in business. He dove into what it took to get Fitt Insider where it is today, and how...2022-06-2741 min
The Active Life PodcastWhat’s Next in The Fitness Industry w. Anthony Vennare | Ep. 148On this episode, Dr. Sean interviews Anthony Vennare. Anthony is a product-focused operator, United States Marine, and founder of Fitt Insider. On this episode we talk about what needs to happen in the fitness industry in order to make it valuable again. 50% of Americans have musculoskeletal pain. Over 1/3 of Americans suffer from obesity. 67% of Americans are overweight. With thousands of gyms, hundreds of thousands of fitness coaches, doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors, and gyms in the US, access is not the problem. This podcast provides the actionable information needed to help you cre...2022-05-301h 01
The Sports Tech Allstars PodcastFitt Insider - Breaking down the business of health, fitness & wellnessInterviewing Anthony Vennare, Co-Founder @FittInsider
Fitt Insider is a newsletter, podcast, and community of industry-leading operators that is building a platform for the future of fitness and wellness. Much like what we at SportsTechX do in the sports tech space, Fitt insider does for the health, fitness and wellbeing space. Fitt Insider has also ventured into angel investing and investment funds along with understanding the underlying needs of consumers when it comes to their health. Find out more at https://insider.fitt.co/
In this conversation, Anthony talks about bridging the gap that he and...2022-04-2837 min
The Rest and Recovery PodcastAnthony Vennare | Future of Fitness Industy, NFTs & Personal Recovery JourneyEpisode 99
In this episode, I speak with Anthony Vennare. Anthony is an accomplished fitness professional, startup operator and former US Marine. He's also the founder of Fitt Insider, a weekly newsletter and podcast, curated industry jobs board, and early-stage fund that covers the business of fitness and wellness
Topics Discussed:
Fitness Training Evolution
Fueling a New Class of Entrepreneurs
Passion & Purpose Alignment
Fitness & Technology
Studio Fitness Boom
Hybrid Lifestyle
Outdoor Lifestyle Renaissance
Basic Never Get Old
NFTs & Me...2022-04-1637 min
#WeGotGoals by aSweatLifeThe History of Exercise, Part 4: Anthony Vennare on the Future of FitnessFind this episode with Anthony Vennare on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. And if you enjoyed our conversation, you know what to do – rate and review!If you asked 1999 Kristen what the future of fitness looked like, she would have shamelessly stolen tropes from Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century. Workouts led by a holographic fitness instructor, pick-up games of anti-gravity basketball, and silver scrunchies holding our hair in space buns were all BOUND to be in place by 2049. And if we got to do our fitness from an international space stat...2022-03-0236 min
Shot of Digital Health TherapyShot of #DigitalHealth Therapy - Anthony VennareIt's Wednesday and that means you get to hear Jim Joyce and I ramble on #TheShot of #DigitalHealth Therapy. Due to some minor technical difficulties and the fact that we are meticulously un-produced, you get to hear a whole ~11minutes and 14 seconds (11:14) of us two talking about Metaverse and our travel plans before our awesome guest Anthony Vennare joined us. Anthony went from a Marine to a serial entrepreneur in the fitness industry along with his brother Joe Vennare and now both are founders of Fitt Insider which is a mix of fitness, content and investment into the industry...2022-02-0951 minFuture of FitnessAnthony Vennare - Fitt Insider - An Investor's Guide to Fitness & HealthAnthony Vennarre is a product-focused operator, United States Marine, and 3x exited founder, leading product and ecosystem development. Anthony and his brother Joe started in a home personal training company that culminated in a 12,000 square foot facility, and hundreds of members. After selling the gym, the team transitioned into the digital space selling fitness equipment and training programs. Along the way, they've worked with brands like Reebok, GNC and Tough Mudder to create content and marketing campaigns, and the pair were tapped to develop educational programming including accredited certifications for fitness professionals. In 2017. The team started fit...2021-12-0755 min
Sports Tech FeedUnpacking the explosive growth in tech across fitness, wellness & health with Anthony Vennare, Fitt InsiderAnthony Vennare is the Co-Founder of Fitt Insider a newsletter, podcast & investment fund covering the business of fitness and wellness. He's an accomplished founder, fitness professional and former U.S Marine.
More episodes: https://sportstechworldseries.com/podcast2021-09-1328 min
Fitt Insider82. Anthony Geisler, Founder & CEO of Xponential FitnessToday I’m joined by Anthony Geisler, Founder and CEO of Xponential Fitness — a holding company of nine boutique fitness brands, including Club Pilates, Pure Barre, CycleBar, and others. In this episode, Anthony tells us how they managed to open new studios during the pandemic. We talk about how the Rumble acquisition came together. And Anthony explains why he’s bullish on the return of in-person exercise. We also discuss what’s next for Xponential — including more acquisitions, whether or not they’ll launch connected fitness equipment, and the likelihood that they go public t...2021-05-1137 minFitt Insider82. Anthony Geisler, Founder & CEO of Xponential FitnessToday I’m joined by Anthony Geisler, Founder and CEO of Xponential Fitness — a holding company of nine boutique fitness brands, including Club Pilates, Pure Barre, CycleBar, and others. In this episode, Anthony tells us how they managed to open new studios during the pandemic. We talk about how the Rumble acquisition came together. And Anthony explains why he’s bullish on the return of in-person exercise. We also discuss what’s next for Xponential — including more acquisitions, whether or not they’ll launch connected fitness equipment, and the likelihood that they go public t...2021-05-1137 min
After Hours Entrepreneur with Mark SavantEvolve your Brand into a Million Dollar Business | Anthony Vennare#76: Anthony Vennare is the founder of the Fitt brand. He's raised millions of dollars, opened 40 gyms, and created an app for fitness. It hasn't always been obvious for Anthony, and he's had to continuously innovate. If you want to turn your personal brand into a real business, this episode is for you!https://twitter.com/avennarehttps://www.facebook.com/fittusa/https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/https://insider.fitt.co/Want to chat with me 1 on 1? Email mark@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.a...2021-01-2032 minFitt Insider56. Deepen Parikh, Partner at Courtside VenturesToday, I’m joined by Deepen Parikh, a partner at Courtside Ventures. Courtside is an early-stage venture firm focused on fitness and wellness, sports and media, and gaming. In this episode, Deepen tells us about Courtside’s new $75M fund, the firm’s thesis as it related to fitness: including the reinvented gym, human performance, community, and personalized data. And we get into how he thinks about the team, business model, and market when evaluating an investment opportunity. A quick announcement that we touch on this in the episode...2020-11-1035 minFitt Insider56. Deepen Parikh, Partner at Courtside VenturesToday, I’m joined by Deepen Parikh, a partner at Courtside Ventures. Courtside is an early-stage venture firm focused on fitness and wellness, sports and media, and gaming. In this episode, Deepen tells us about Courtside’s new $75M fund, the firm’s thesis as it related to fitness: including the reinvented gym, human performance, community, and personalized data. And we get into how he thinks about the team, business model, and market when evaluating an investment opportunity. A quick announcement that we touch on this in the episode...2020-11-1035 minFitt Insider53. Startup Spotlight: Cam Porter, CEO of CoreThis week, we’re excited to bring you the first episode of Startup Spotlight – a recurring series where we speak with early-stage founders working on fitness and wellness startups. We usually focus on established companies, operators, and inventors — and we’ll continue bringing you those conversations most weeks. But, from time to time, we’re highlight companies at the beginning of their journey. Today I’m joined by Cam Porter — the Founder and CEO of Core. Core is making it easy for fitness instructors to create...2020-10-2028 minFitt Insider53. Startup Spotlight: Cam Porter, CEO of CoreThis week, we’re excited to bring you the first episode of Startup Spotlight – a recurring series where we speak with early-stage founders working on fitness and wellness startups. We usually focus on established companies, operators, and inventors — and we’ll continue bringing you those conversations most weeks. But, from time to time, we’re highlight companies at the beginning of their journey. Today I’m joined by Cam Porter — the Founder and CEO of Core. Core is making it easy for fitness instructors to create...2020-10-2028 min
The Business Side Of FitnessEpisode 24 – Anthony Vennare: Fitt Insider & Why Persistence Pays OffFrom cleaning equipment and training clients to managing staff and running operations there's not a job inside a gym Anthony Vennare hasn't done that includes owning the place in their early 20s. Anthony and his brother Joe started in in home personal training company that culminated in a 12,000 square foot facility, and hundreds of members. After selling the gym, the team transitioned into the digital space selling fitness equipment and training programs. Along the way, they've worked with brands like Reebok, GNC and Tough Mudderto create content and marketing campaigns, and the pair were tapped to develop educational programming...2020-09-1735 min
HALO Talks: Elevating WellnessAnthony Vennare, Co-Founder, Fitt Insider"It's not about the Men's Health, 'be jacked' model as much anymore . . . it's more about community, it's more about the social hour. . .but doing it in a healthy way . . . it's the accountability and engagement that's going to last long term," says Anthony Vennare, Co-Founder of Fitt Insider when asked about how fitness has evolved. A former Marine, Anthony returned to Pittsburgh, opened a gym, and with his brother launched Made in Pittsburgh, a portal for local, health and fitness lifestyle events. Listen now to this broad discussion on fitness professionals, selling to gyms, the pivot to digital models, and m...2020-07-2722 min
The gymOS Podcast from PushPressWin Them Over With Your Passion with Anthony Vennare, FittOn this episode, Anthony Vennare from Fitt sits down to discuss fitness trends, as well as what gym and studio owners can do to enhance their community. He also shares some insight into where Fitt began, where it's headed, and how he managed to get 1200 people doing yoga in the outfield of PNC Park.***If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts/Itunes. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it helps get our message out to those who need it. We appreciate it!For links, show notes, and transcripts...2020-06-0552 min
The NO BULL$H!# Marketing Podcast345: Pittsburgh’s Startup Scene & the Future of Fitt with Anthony Vennare (Part Two)In part one of Anthony's interview on the No BS Marketing Show listeners got the inside scoop on the origin story of how Fitt came to be and the road that got him to where he is today.In this episode, Anthony talks about... Pitching Fitt to Bob Nutting, the owner of the Pittsburgh Pirates Attending Gary Vaynerchuk's 4D's consulting session The power of persistence and believing in yourself and your product/service Fitt's strategic partnership with Mindbody Pittsburgh's start-up scene & much moreIf you're looking for some motivation to put in the work and make your dreams a reality, this...2020-03-0630 minThe NO BULL$H!# Marketing Podcast344: How Fitt Came to be with Anthony Vennare Courage. Persistence. Tenacity. Vision.These are just a few of the words that come to mind when talking about Anthony Vennare, the CEO & Co-Founder of Fitt.His story is one that's filled with adversity and challenges, but through it all, he's leaned on his passion for fitness and unbelievable level of tenacity and grit to push forward.For Anthony, his entrepreneurial path wasn't a straight shot as he originally joined the Marines right out high school.Unfortunately, a family emergency pulled him back to Pittsburgh and subsequently changed the entire trajectory of his career -- for the better.In part o...2020-03-0314 min
upsideUP064: Fitt // curating health and wellness recommendations for your cityInterview starts: 6:25Debrief starts: 49:00Anthony Vennare is the cofounder and CEO of Fitt, a discovery platform that broadcasts different health and wellness opportunities and locations in different cities. Fitt functions similar to Yelp or Eater for fitness, with the ultimate goal of connecting communities and fitness enthusiasts to health events and people in their cities. Alongside his company, Anthony also runs a fitness newsletter branded as Fitt Insider.After opening and growing a gym business with his brother in the Pittsburgh area, the two began Fitt in 2017. In today’s episode, Anthony discusses their ex...2020-01-081h 04
#WeGotGoals by aSweatLifeAnthony Vennare, Co-Founder and CEO of FITT talks growth, investment from MINDBODY and goals"The right thing is always the right thing."
That quote is inscribed on the wall at Fitt's headquarters in Pittsburgh where brothers Anthony and Joe Vennare built their location-based wellness discovery empire. And, more importantly, it drives every decision the company makes.
I spoke to Anthony Vennare, CEO and co-founder of Fitt for this week's episode of #WeGotGoals at the absolute perfect moment: just after Fitt closed a fundraising round that included MINDBODY's participation as a strategic investor. This, Anthony explained, was a big goal for the company from the moment it started to build...2019-11-2728 min
Ali Fitness PodcastFinding the Best Health & Fitness Experiences—with Joe Vennare of Fitt - EP122We’ve all been there. You try the hot new fitness studio or vegan-friendly restaurant that’s getting a lot of buzz and you just aren’t impressed. Meanwhile, there are great gyms, healthy eats, and events that don’t get the credit they deserve. Ever wish someone else would do the legwork and create a resource around the best health and fitness opportunities in your community? Or that there was a place to share what YOU know about the local wellness scene with more people? Joe Vennare is the cofounder and COO of Fitt, a website and mobi...2019-07-2800 min
Going Deep with Aaron Watson341 Creating Jobs & Stimulating the Economy at Idea Foundry w/ Mike MatesicIdea Foundry has invested in over 200 companies and generated $1B in direct economic impact for the region. The Pittsburgh-based, non-profit economic development organization focsues on creating living-wage, high-opportunity jobs by investing in and working alongside entrepreneurs to grow. Previously, Mr. Matesic was Chief Executive Officer for two start-up companies and Chief Financial Officer for MetalSite, Inc., participating in the rapid growth of the company and public registration process. We discuss investing in businesses, where Idea Foundry gets its funding, and how Mike & his team help companies grow. Nev...2018-09-1729 min
Going Deep with Aaron Watson320 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Road Maintenance w/ Mark DeSantisMark DeSantis is currently CEO of RoadBotics, an AI-based product that monitors and manages roadway infrastructure. Previously, he has co-founded an energy hedge fund, a GE Ventures-backed energy predictive analytics company, and a venture-backed online tutoring company. Why build a company focused on road maintenance? There is a desperate need to efficiently and effectively monitor and maintain the world's civil infrastructure. His company, RoadBotics, uses smartphone sensors to inexpensively monitor streets, roads, highways, sidewalks and bridges and to lower maintenance costs. We discuss training machine learning algorithms, the career arc of an...2018-06-2041 min
Going Deep with Aaron Watson292 Pittsburgh #HQ2 & Running a Profitable Media Business w/ Todd BishopTodd Bishop the is co-founder and managing editor of GeekWire, a leading technology news site based in Seattle. His company recently completed a one-month residence in Pittsburgh and learned about the burgeoning tech scene and the likelihood of Amazon setting up their HQ2 in town. Bishop has covered Microsoft, Amazon, and the technology industry for more than a decade in Seattle, most recently as a reporter for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. He launched his blog about Microsoft in September 2003, building it into a widely used resource for tracking the software giant. In Fe...2018-03-1237 min
Entrepreneurs on Fire Business PodcastFrom lifestyle entrepreneur to Silicon Valley scalability with Anthony VennareAnthony is the co-founder and CEO of Fitt - a media and technology company that connects people to local health and fitness activities. Top 3 Value Bombs: 1. Don’t be afraid to try something new, especially if you don’t feel fulfilled anymore. 2. Connect and build relationships with your potential investors first - before formally pitching to them. 3. Take the risk and go BIG. Visit Anthony’s website - Fitt Sponsors: Billy Gene: Join Billy Gene on his free training where he’s going to show you the s...2017-09-2618 min
Entrepreneurs on Fire Business PodcastAnthony Vennare of Hybrid AthleteAnthony is the President and co-founder of Hybrid Athlete LLC. At only 24 years old he’s created a number of online and on-location fitness companies that deliver solutions for fitness seekers and facilitators.2013-05-2831 min
The Smart Passive Income Online Business and Blogging PodcastPay What You Want with Anthony Vennare from Hybrid Athlete#058: In this session of The Smart Passive Income Podcast, I interview Anthony Vennare who has built an online biz by asking people to pay what they want. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session58
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