IHRSA Statement on Passing of Fitness International Co-CEO & President Louis Welch
IHRSA President & CEO Liz Clark released the following statement about the passing of Fitness International, LLC, Co-CEO and President Louis Welch.
Press Releases
LA Fitness Co-founder Louis Welch Passes Away
Fitness International, LLC, the parent company of LA Fitness, announces that it's co-founder, president, and co-CEO, Louis Welch, passed away after a two-year battle with cancer.
IHRSA Releases Best-selling Annual Global Report
The 2023 IHRSA Global Report offers an in-depth analysis of the health and fitness industry, including insights from IHRSA members, federations, and industry partners.
Monkton Stadium Opens New Green Gym With Sustainable SportsArt Equipment
Gymgoers can now help reduce Monkton’s carbon footprint with every workout.
Aktiv Solutions Acquires Fitspace Design to Grow Movement Based Modalities
Aktiv will combine Fitspace Design's user-centric approach with its wide range of premium training equipment and digital program offerings in commercial fitness spaces.
IHRSA 2024 Convention & Trade Show Registration Is Now Open
IHRSA invites the world to connect in Los Angeles at the IHRSA Convention & Trade Show March 6-8, 2024.
MVP Sports Clubs Announces Leadership Transition
President Karl Droppers to retire after 27 years of leadership, long-tenured MVP leader Chuck Osterink to succeed him.
EGYM North America Team Grows Once Again
EGYM North America expands their enterprise sales team with the addition of Guy Williams on the North American sales team.
Bay Club Continues to Deliver on Growth Strategy With Bay Area Country Club Acquisition
This acquisition serves as an exciting glimpse into what lies ahead for Bay Club members across the West Coast within their thriving network of active lifestyle facilities.
New CEO Targets Global Growth for Fitness On Demand Brand
Proven fitness industry growth specialist Andy Peat named CEO amid global rebrand and cross category expansion plans for technology leader.