How Joey Gonzalez Brought In-Person Fitness Back to Life at Barry's

Jul 31, 2024

Joey Gonzalez, the dynamic CEO of Barry's, shares his inspiring rise from client to leader in the fitness industry. He reflects on his journey growing up as a gay Latino in a small town and how fitness transformed his life. The discussion dives into the impact of COVID on Barry's and the innovative strategies he implemented to revive the brand. Joey highlights the importance of community in fitness and shares insights on balancing structure and creativity in workout experiences, while also exploring the role of technology in fitness today.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

From Adversity to Empowerment: A Journey in Fitness

01:55 • 16min

Navigating Fitness and Wearable Technology: A Strategic Partnership

17:53 • 2min

Transforming Fitness Through Community and Innovation

19:24 • 12min

Navigating Capital and Growth in Entrepreneurship

31:42 • 2min

Resilience in Fitness: Navigating COVID Challenges

33:51 • 16min

Exploring the Benefits of Heart Rate and Sleep Tracking

50:05 • 2min