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GLP-1 medications are reshaping why people walk through your doors, and what they expect when they do. We’ll explore how gyms, studios and clubs are responding with medical partnerships, habit coaching, adaptive programming that complements pharmacological weight loss and more. Walk away with actionable strategies to stay relevant, retain members, and create new revenue streams in this fast-evolving health landscape.

Revenue Diversification
Science-Backed Trends
Preventative Health
Women's Health

Author:

Tracy J Sims

Executive Director of Corporate Affairs - Diabetes and Obesity Care
Eli Lilly

Tracy J Sims

Executive Director of Corporate Affairs - Diabetes and Obesity Care
Eli Lilly
 

Tracy J Sims

Executive Director of Corporate Affairs - Diabetes and Obesity Care
Eli Lilly

Tracy J Sims

Executive Director of Corporate Affairs - Diabetes and Obesity Care
Eli Lilly

Tracy J Sims

Executive Director of Corporate Affairs - Diabetes and Obesity Care
Eli Lilly
 

John Meloun

Chief Financial Officer
Xponential

John Meloun

Chief Financial Officer
Xponential

John Meloun

Chief Financial Officer
Xponential

Boutique fitness in 2026 is defined by precision: AI-personalized programming, integrated recovery, and new loyalty models that reward frequency, not just attendance. We’ll explore how leading concepts are shifting to performance-meets-wellness models, embedding diagnostics, and extending beyond the four walls through tech-enabled coaching and digital upsells. Walk away with the strategies to evolve your offering, deepen retention, and drive premium revenue in this next phase of boutique growth.

Scaling
Revenue Diversification
Data
AI
Digitalization
Science-Backed Trends
Longevity
Preventative Health
Consumer Behaviour
Member Experience
Women's Health

Author:

JJ Creegan

Chief Operating Officer
OrangeTheory Fitness

J.J. Creegan has been part of the Orangetheory team since 2020 and has been in the industry for +20 years. In his role as COO he oversees the strategy for the performance, support, & quality of all global studios.

Before joining Orangetheory, J.J. was a key member of the founding team and served as Chief Operating Officer at Youfit Health Clubs. In this role, he spearheaded operations, strategy, marketing, and culture, driving the brand’s rapid expansion from concept to over 120 owned and operated locations in under eight years. His leadership was instrumental in transforming Youfit into a prominent player in the fitness industry.

J.J. Is also a board member for the Health & Fitness association (formally IHRSA) advocating for our industry and representing OTF. His career in the industry began as a teenager stacking weights at an early Planet Fitness location. 

J.J. is a true power walker who always prefers to start on the floor. His favorite benchmark is absolutely the 200m row. He and his wife Megan are happy parents to eight-year-old twins Jolene & J.J. IV.

JJ Creegan

Chief Operating Officer
OrangeTheory Fitness

J.J. Creegan has been part of the Orangetheory team since 2020 and has been in the industry for +20 years. In his role as COO he oversees the strategy for the performance, support, & quality of all global studios.

Before joining Orangetheory, J.J. was a key member of the founding team and served as Chief Operating Officer at Youfit Health Clubs. In this role, he spearheaded operations, strategy, marketing, and culture, driving the brand’s rapid expansion from concept to over 120 owned and operated locations in under eight years. His leadership was instrumental in transforming Youfit into a prominent player in the fitness industry.

J.J. Is also a board member for the Health & Fitness association (formally IHRSA) advocating for our industry and representing OTF. His career in the industry began as a teenager stacking weights at an early Planet Fitness location. 

J.J. is a true power walker who always prefers to start on the floor. His favorite benchmark is absolutely the 200m row. He and his wife Megan are happy parents to eight-year-old twins Jolene & J.J. IV.

Author:

John Meloun

Chief Financial Officer
Xponential

John Meloun

Chief Financial Officer
Xponential
 

John Penny

Managing Director
Third Space

John Penny

Managing Director
Third Space

John Penny

Managing Director
Third Space

HVLP is doubling down on efficiency, scale, and most importantly, experience. We’ll break down how leaders are leveraging automation, lean staffing, dynamic pricing, and high-value digital and wellness add-ons to grow market share, deepen unit economics and build loyalty. Walk away with clarity on where to invest, what to streamline, and how to unlock even greater profitability in this rapidly scaling segment.

Scaling
Revenue Diversification
Data
AI
Digitalization
Science-Backed Trends
Longevity
Preventative Health
Consumer Behaviour
Member Experience
Women's Health
 

John Williamson

Partner
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP

John Williamson is a partner in Finnegan’s D.C. office.  He advises companies on protecting and enforcing their intellectual property, with a strong focus on trade secrets and patent litigation. With more than 20 years of experience, John has represented clients in complex disputes before federal and state courts, the U.S. International Trade Commission, arbitration panels, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. John works closely with in-house legal teams to develop IP strategies that align with business goals and mitigate risk.

John Williamson

Partner
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP

John Williamson

Partner
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP

John Williamson is a partner in Finnegan’s D.C. office.  He advises companies on protecting and enforcing their intellectual property, with a strong focus on trade secrets and patent litigation. With more than 20 years of experience, John has represented clients in complex disputes before federal and state courts, the U.S. International Trade Commission, arbitration panels, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. John works closely with in-house legal teams to develop IP strategies that align with business goals and mitigate risk. His practice includes trade secret investigations, litigation preparedness, and counseling on technical standards, economic exposure, and freedom-to-operate issues. He also supports clients in building and managing IP portfolios, helping them navigate competitive landscapes and protect proprietary technologies across a range of industries.

Luxury fitness is entering a new phase defined by biometric optimization, AI-curated longevity programs, and ultra-personalized, high-touch ecosystems that extend far beyond the gym floor. We'll unpack how forward-thinking brands are building premium revenue streams through medical-grade recovery, hormone and metabolic diagnostics, and exclusive community tiers that drive lifetime value. Walk away with key intel on how to prioritize high-margin innovation, future-proof your offering, and outpace competitors in the next evolution of luxury fitness. 

Scaling
AI
Digitalization
Revenue Diversification
Data
Science-Backed Trends
Longevity
Preventative Health
Consumer Behaviour
Member Experience
Women's Health

Author:

John Penny

Managing Director
Third Space

John Penny

Managing Director
Third Space