Jim Vester

Group Training is at the forefront of the fitness industry today. It is coming in all shapes and sizes, both in person and virtual. Jim Vester is excited to be part of Active Design Systems because it goes beyond what facility operators find on the market today – which is simply a new or modified way to deliver programming. But success for these operators comes in understanding the ‘how’ — in asking and answering the hard questions no one is tackling around class schedules, fees, membership benefits and value adds and marketing. This is where you find success. Active Design Systems offers something no one else is delivering…the how. Our team will source all key elements of your new concept or studio design, from flooring, wall and functional floor graphics, sound & lighting and more. With nearly three decades of international experience as both multi-facility club owner/operator and vendor/service provider, Vester understands the climate, operational considerations and challenges facing today’s fitness facility owners. Paired with his tenures with a leading accessory and soft goods manufacturer (SPRI Products), group fitness leader (Les Mills) and technical flooring and functional design manufacturer (PAVIGYM), he has the know-how to deliver best in class solutions and best practices for profitability to facility owner/operators worldwide. Specialties: - Multi-Site Operations - Design - Group Training Management - Floor Planning and Layout - Multiple Location Management and Design Strategy - Facility Programming Management & Scheduling - Group Training and Personal Training Pricing Structure - Indoor Cycle Studio Design & Management - Contract Management - Vendor Management - Opportunity Analysis - Business Development & Marketing - Merger and Acquisition - Client Relationship Management - Strategic Planning & Execution - Web Development - Coaching - Interactive Marketing - Brand Management - Product Development - P&L & Budget Management - Deal Structuring - Proposal & Contract Development