Future of Fitness

Christine M. Conti: Conti Fitness and Wellness, LLC., Owner Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone, Podcast, Co-Host/Owner International Fitness Presenter Motivational Speaker: Fighting Autoimmune Disease through holistic approaches, Women's Empowerment, and How to Infuse Fitness into your Daily Life: Kids and Adults! Rheumatoid Arthritis Fighter & Advocate Competitive Marathon Runner/Triathlete/IRONMAN Former Secondary English Teacher, Investment Banker, & All-American Collegiate Athlete, Mother of Alexander & Lauren, Wife of Michael Conti Secretly moonlights as Wonder Woman Christine Conti is determined to inspire the world with her "Yes You Can" attitude! Her extremely moving, but comical autobiographical anecdotes about her struggles growing up with the pressures to be perfect strikes a chord with all she meets. Pivoting her career from investment banking, to teaching, to being a full-time educator and presenter in the fitness and corporate arena, Christine will inspire you to follow your heart and chase your dreams in the face of adversity. Using her own experiences battling depression, addiction, and autoimmune disease, she presents workshops for people seeking alternative or holistic approaches to lead a more fulfilling and healthy lifestyle through functional fitness, wellness, and nutrition. Brian Prendergast: Founder and Head Coach of High Five Health and Fitness, Co-Creator/Co-Host of The Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast and Creator of #DadsWhatsUp, a free, social media home base for anyone (especially the dads) looking for a starting point for improving their health. Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Certified Personal Fitness Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor USA Track and Field (USATF) Level 1 Coach and Competitive Masters Runner. Training, racing, coaching, developing fitness programs, mentoring aspiring athletes, improving health through nutrition and developing friendships; for me, it is all part of the journey. I have a passion for running, fitness and helping people. I help people get out of their heads and into their hearts, to become the "healthiest person that they can be." You don't need to be great to start. But you need to start to be great! My only requirement of you is a desire to be better, healthier, fitter, stronger and most importantly, happier. High Five! Brian Prendergast

Author of the Ultimate Guide Fitness Business Book Series National Speaker on helping fitness professionals grow their business Founder of Gabriele Fitness & Performance Founder of Fitness Business University

Lisa Simone Richards is a PR & visibility strategist for health, fitness, and wellness entrepreneurs who want to get seen as experts and go from invisible to influencer. She's here to show you how to build your brand, business & influence. Lisa Simone helps her client get free visibility using PR to get in front of their ideal client, but also build the credibility that gets clients to take the next step and invest in working with you. When she's not shooting national TV segments or working with editors on magazine features, you can find her swinging a kettlebell, getting her zen on at hot yoga, or shopping at her local farmer's market.

Scott Rawcliffe is a fitness professional who was born and raised in Canada but now resides on the Gold Coast in Australia. The purpose of his site scottrawcliffe.com is to share his insights and knowledge with his fellow fitness professionals, as well as fitness enthusiasts. Building a better educated and informed industry without the dogma of the mass media. Scott has presented at some of the world's largest fitness conventions, including Australia's FILEX convention, IDEA World Fitness Convention, IHRSA, IDEA PT Institute, NorCal Fitness Summit, as well as some of the most successful gyms around the world.

A lifelong student of/catalyst for optimal human performance… Is CEO of US Corporate Wellness, co-founder of Catalyst Coaching Institute, has written 4 books & holds 2 US Patents Holds dual Masters degrees & at age 51 pursued a Ph.D. in the Psychology of Wellbeing during his "free time." Was featured in 2016 film Godspeed & identified by several publications as World's Fittest CEO Along the way, he's fallen deeper in love with his bride of 26 years, treasured being Dad to 3 incredible kids, completed 11 Ironmans, won the Race Across America & spoken professionally in all 50 states.

Before setting up Strength Matters, James was a member of the Metropolitan Police Force in London. After 10 years of service, James decided to pursue his passion and travel the world working with Everyday Athletes and coaches to try and change the lives of a billion people. He loves Cricket, Rugby, Snowboarding, Coffee & Live Music.

Jack Thomas is the Founder and CEO of BASE, winner of Asia's 'Gym of the Year' 2018. Within just 2 years, BASE has grown from one to three studios and is recognized as one of the top boutique fitness offerings in Asia. As well as running BASE, Jack is on a mission to help other studio owners in Asia thrive through speaking, writing, coaching and the Fitness Business Asia podcast.

Max is an eternal student, scientist, and artist of life and movement. Through his gym, books, videos, and online coaching programs, he helps tens of thousands of people get just a little better every day. He is a master of simplifying complex subjects and breaking them down into easy, effective actions. He loves to learn new skills like music, languages, juggling, and hand balancing.

Frank LLosa is the CEO of KetoneAid. A company that is making a ketone ester sports performance drink that mimics the natural fuel source that your body can only make after 5 days fast, but does it in 15 minutes. Used not only for endurance sports, but also for weight lifting, Crossfit, and football.

Dave Smith is an online health coach who was chosen as "Canada's Top Fitness Professional" in 2013. He is the founder of the Online Trainers Federation, where he focuses on helping fitness professionals grow their brands and online businesses. Check out his business-building resources and podcast at onlinetrainersfederation.com.