Mark Pennington is a Area Manager at JD Gyms. He possess expertise in coaching, management, fitness, team leadership, operations management and 16 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "People Management Style Mark has the ability to influence his team in a manner to ensure he gets the best out of them. His management style is very adaptable based on the type of person he is dealing with. Not afraid to make difficult decisions. He is always looking to unlock the ability in all of his team. Commercial Management Marks business management superb and this reflects on his figures. A manager who is not afraid to make that difficult decision or challenge the norm. He is a logical, analytical and big picture thinker (and doer!!!) Moved to Wilmslow (classed as area manager level) as his performance at his previous club suggested he was the best manager and most suited in the business for the role. Operational management Once again a big picture thinker and always aiming to see things though the members eyes. Mark runs a tight ship that ensure compliance and proper H&S regulations are followed. Working relationship with support groups. On a more personal level as a support network to Mark, he has the massive ability to ensure he utilizes the network and groups around him to ensure his team are unskilled and supported. He clearly realizes the importance of showing his team "love" by continually steering and guiding them to their goals. Mark is a superb manager and person who I have no doubt will have a very successful era at Total Fitness." and "Mark has great belief in his ability and the energy and desire to achieve. He is constantly striving to improve his business through inspiring his teams to be their best and never accepting second. Marks personality shines through in his work and it was a pleasure to work with him and I would not hesitate to recommend him to any employer."