Please join us as IDEA’s panel of experts report and weigh in on issues relevant to your career as a small business owner, independent personal trainer or trainer employed in a fitness/health club. Our panelists will share their vision of advancements they see coming for personal trainers. They’ll discuss a range of issues, which include identifying new trends within the industry, new ways to retain qualified trainers, how to create programs that successfully attract and engage the clients who need you the most, how to integrate wellness methodologies to better serve your clients, and so much more. In addition, you will have the opportunity to ask and get answers to the questions that are top of mind.

Fabio Comana, MA, MS

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An exercise physiologist, research scientist, consultant and coach for Genesis Wellness Group, and f... moreAn exercise physiologist, research scientist, consultant and coach for Genesis Wellness Group, and faculty member teaching courses in Exercise Science and Nutrition at San Diego State University, and UC San Diego. Previously, Fabio was an exercise physiologist and certification manager for the American Council on Exercise where he created ACE’s Integrated Fitness Training Model and developed all their live educational workshops. His previous experiences include being a collegiate head coach; strength and conditioning coach; and opening and managing health clubs for Club One. As a national and international presenter, he is frequently featured on television, radio, internet, and in print publications. He authored chapters in various textbooks and publications, and is presently authoring upcoming academic and consumer books. less

Hayley Hollander

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Hayley is the Co-Founder of Advanced Training Performance, Training & Education Coordinator for PTA ... moreHayley is the Co-Founder of Advanced Training Performance, Training & Education Coordinator for PTA Global, PTontheNet contributing author, TRX Master Trainer, ViPR Group Fitness Pro2, and Technogym Master Trainer. Her true passion is to inspire others to move, and through that movement to encourage and understanding of the benefits of living a healthy and fit lifestyle. less

Mitchell Batkin

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Rodney Corn, MA

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Rodney Corn, is a co-founder of PTA Global, an educational company for fitness professionals. He hol... moreRodney Corn, is a co-founder of PTA Global, an educational company for fitness professionals. He holds a Master's degree in Biomechanics and is an adjunct faculty member at the California University of Pennsylvania and the University of San Francisco. less

Pete McCall, MS

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Len Kravitz, PhD

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Len Kravitz, PhD, is the program coordinator of exercise science and a researcher at the University ... moreLen Kravitz, PhD, is the program coordinator of exercise science and a researcher at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, where he recently won the Outstanding Teacher of the Year award. Len was also honored as the 2006 Fitness Educator of the Year by the American Council on Exercise. less