Gary Slade Email & Phone Number

Mission Valley, San Diego, CA

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

• Developed a comprehensive 4-phase personal training development program for the entire association, resulting in a 43.7% increase in PT revenue.
• Redesigned fitness orientation program, implementing member-centric and educational approaches, resulting in a 27% increase in member connection and a 10%improvement in member retention rates.
• Implemented association-wide audits for the Health & Wellness Department, ensuring accountability and quality control in service delivery.
• Trained MOD's and Membership team on acquisition best practices, resulting in a 69% conversion rate and supporting a $1.7 million budget for Centennial Hills.
• Achieved a 17% increase in revenue for Sports Department through onboarding and training Sports Coordinator.

Henderson, Nevada, United States

• Developed a comprehensive Sales Manual that standardized the sales process, delivering a 15% increase in revenue year over year.
• Designed and implemented an effective onboarding process that elevated the competence of sales, training, and leadership teams, resulting in enhanced team performance andcohesion.
• Proactively recruited a diverse team, unlocking untapped potential and gaining a competitive edge over rivals. This inclusive approach enriched our studio's culture andcustomer engagement.
• Played a pivotal role in acquiring and retaining clients, ensuring the studio's survival during the pandemic by applying adaptable strategies and strategic leadership,exemplifying resilience in challenging times.
• Spearheaded the organization's HR strategy, instilling a collaborative culture built on trust, transparency, equity, inclusion, and accountability. Collaborated closely with thefranchise ownership team to nurture.

Hawthorne, California, United States

• Utilized experience in membership sales acquisition by simplifying membership options resulting in double digit growth in YoY revenue.
• Restructured and streamlined departmental roles, reducing costs while increasing operational efficiency.
• Established onboarding procedures, minimizing turnover and improving team competence.
• Amplified learning and development opportunities for all organizational levels resulting in enhancing leadership capabilities and addressing skill gaps.
• Delivered tailored training programs to support employee growth and fostered a culture of continuous learning.
• Implemented Interview Guide, ensuring consistent and unbiased hiring practices.

Los Angeles/Orange County, CA

• Last role was Fitness Manager III, exceeded department goal of +$650,000 per year. (Average Fitness Department Goal about $300,000)
• District Fitness Captain responsible for assisting underperforming clubs by developing their respective Fitness Managers to lead & progress current team to meet/exceed expectations.
• Collaborated cross-district & cross-department to strengthen skills for overall club success.
• As Operations Manager, consistently overdelivered in financial expectations YoY by 10%+. Overseeing SuperSport locations and finishing as one of the top OM's in the region.
• As Sales Manager, due to consistent overdelivering was promoted to largest club with a 250k membership sales budget. And won company sales competition being one of 25 sales managers in nation to meet and have dinner.

London, England, United Kingdom

Represent University of East London as a Sport Scholar in Men's Volleyball and Beach Volleyball

Master Of Science - Ms

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Bachelor Of Science - Bs