A New Era of Global Wellness

9:15 am - 10:15 am

Trends & Leadership Ideas from REX Members Worldwide

Club leaders and organizations continue to navigate significant shifts in the workplace, including inflation’s impact on both employer and employee budgets, the rise of AI, evolving member expectations, increased private equity investment, and more. In this session, you'll explore the key trends driving success at some of the most thriving clubs in the industry and learn why they are performing better today than they were five years ago.

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

Advancing Fitness as Essential: The Crucial Role of Mentorship Programs

In today's rapidly evolving health landscape, the advocacy of and urgency for the implementation of mentorship programs is vital to the long term success and increased essential nature of the fitness industry. This presentation dives into the critical role of mentorship in equipping new fitness trainers and those transitioning from other professions with the necessary skills, knowledge, and networks to position fitness as a fundamental and essential component of healthcare. By fostering strong mentor-mentee relationships, we can enhance the credibility, effectiveness, and integration of fitness within preventive and therapeutic health strategies while also decreasing attrition rates of fitness professionals. Additionally, this panel will highlight current and future advocacy efforts to create mentorship models, outline practical steps for implementation, and demonstrate how these programs can drive professional growth, elevate standards of care, and ultimately contribute to a healthier society.

A Panel Discussion (Stay Tuned For Panelist Announcements!)

4:00 pm - 4:45 pm

Your Health is Your Competitive Advantage

Unlocking the full potential of an organization hinges on an often-underestimated link: The correlation between personal wellbeing and professional excellence. Business leaders often neglect their physical and mental health, which diminishes their performance, productivity, and happiness. In her talks, Dr. Theresa Larson unpacks tangible strategies that any organization's leaders can seamlessly integrate into their daily regimens, thereby uplifting all facets of their success quotient. Attendees will walk away with knowledge and techniques to achieve business success while simultaneously enhancing personal health and laying the foundation for a healthier future for themselves, their employees, and their families.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Campus Recreation: Cultivating the Next Generation of Fitness Professionals

In the ever-evolving landscape of fitness and health, campus recreation stands out as a crucial incubator for developing future fitness professionals. This presentation explores the unique role that college and university recreation programs play in shaping the skills, knowledge, and career trajectories of aspiring fitness trainers and wellness coaches. We will provide insights into how campus recreation programs serve as a living laboratory for students to gain hands-on experience, develop leadership and interpersonal skills, and build professional networks. Additionally, this session will highlight successful case studies and current trends that demonstrate the profound impact of campus recreation on the fitness industry.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

The Mental Health Renaissance: Leading Change and Creating Impact

Everyone knows that we are in the middle of a mental health pandemic. What many people don't realize is that we are also at the beginning of a mental health renaissance. Learn how to participate in this renaissance and benefit financially by understanding how to help your staff, help your circles of influence, help your community and even help yourself while putting a dent in the universe for mental well-being.