Future of Fitness From Addiction to Advocacy: Dan Uyemura's Journey and The PushPress Mission
In this episode of 'The Future of Fitness,' host Eric Malzone welcomes back Dan Uyemura for an insightful discussion. The episode explores Dan's unique journey, including his personal story of recovery from addiction and how it has shaped his professional and personal life. The conversation delves into the mission and recent innovations at PushPress, particularly their new insurance offering aimed at simplifying and protecting gym ownership. They discuss CrossFit's latest changes and its impact on the fitness community, along with the potential future of AI in the fitness industry. Dan also shares valuable insights on the challenges and opportunities of fundraising, specifically distinguishing between venture capital, growth equity, and private equity. Finally, Dan seeks advice from the industry on improving operational efficiency and networking as a CEO.