Emre Ozgur
Surrey,BC
Summary
Strategic executive with a demonstrated history of high performance in the Fitness Industry for 25+ years. Broad industry experience which includes Corporate and Franchise (Including Master Franchise) across the United States and Canada. Results-focused leader, with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, allowing partners and team members to quickly trust and perform, ultimately increasing company profits.
Entrepreneurial Co-Founder + CEO offering progressive experience in operations leadership. Skilled at identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency and productivity. Motivating leader with proven success managing cross-functional teams with a track record of success, including a start-up.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder + CEO
Safe Sweat
Surrey, BC
10.2021 - Current
- Developed business plan to launch startup venture.
- Conducted market research and identified target customer segments.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for resources needed for the startup.
- Raised capital through private equity, debt financing, and other sources.
- Created a website and social media presence to promote the startup.
- Developed strategies for marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness.
- Oversaw financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and accounting.
- Managed daily operations of the company including staff recruitment and training.
- Analyzed industry trends to assess current competitive landscape and identify new opportunities.
- Monitored performance metrics such as sales volume, customer satisfaction scores.
- Analyzed operations to evaluate company performance, determining areas of potential improvement.
- Approved and negotiated contracts with distributors and suppliers.
President
Crunch Canada
Ontario, Canada
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Responsible for all operations and P&L for corporately owned locations (30+) within Canada (excluding BC) as well as guided efforts on franchise growth (100+ signed locations).
- Collaborated with company owners and partners to develop and actualize strategic plans to advance company's mission and objectives and promote revenue, profitability and growth.
- Oversaw strategic business decision-making to develop, enhance and enforce business mission.
- Provided organizational leadership to 10+ direct reports (Including 1,000+ team members).
- Improved profitability by accurately maintaining P&L to meet prime fiscal responsibility.
- Established and oversaw strategic business actions and streamlined operations.
- Partnered with Crunch USA to maintain Brand Integrity while also defining our own necessary Brand within Canada.
Vice President
SNFW Fitness BC LTD
British Columbia , Canada
10.2015 - 10.2019
- Responsible for all operations and Brand launch for Crunch Fitness and UFC GYM.
- Responsible for Sales (Including Corporate Sales) and Operations for SNFW.
- Provided organizational leadership to 7+ direct executive reports (Including 700+ team members).
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Spearheaded initiatives to keep business sustainable, agile and scalable during industry changes, and adapted to differences between USA and Canada.
- Created business process flows to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Oversaw all aspects of business expansion objectives and opportunities, including new market exploration, product development and overseas production possibilities.
Area District Manager
24 Hour Fitness
Los Angeles and Nevada/Utah Markets, CA
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Responsible for all operations for two regions (Including 20 clubs).
- Provided organizational leadership to 15+ direct reports (Including 500+ team members).
- Developed creative sales and marketing strategies to assist sales team with reaching targets.
- Revitalized business plans and aligned with company objectives to increase overall profits.
- Quickly re-established brand identity within struggling Utah Market.
- Led Los Angeles market to #2 profitability within the United States.
District Manager
24 Hour Fitness
, Florida
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Responsible for all operations for 11 clubs.
- Provided organizational leadership to 13+ direct reports (Including 300+ team members).
- Recruited, hired and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
- Re-established brand identity in struggling Florida Market.
- Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
- Collaborated with others in the organization to discuss new opportunities on the East Coast.
- Held frequent club visits and educational training and development meetings to increase performance and improve service.
Club Manager
24 Hour Fitness
Southern , CA
02.2002 - 10.2012
- Responsible for several different locations throughout Southern California and Hawaii.
- Recruited, hired and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
- Grand Opened several locations throughout Southern California.
- Worked closely with managers and front line team members to improve service, operations and sales.
- Consistently led organization in personal production.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business/Economics
Claremont McKenna College
Claremont, CA2002
Skills
- Talent Acquisition and On-boarding
- Social Media & Digital Marketing
- Media Relations
- Strong Sales Background
- Sales Management
- Leadership Development
- Performance Management
- P&L Management
- Franchise Experience
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Partnerships
- Process Implementation
- Budgeting
- Brand management
- Marketing expertise
- Defining company vision
- Executive leadership
Timeline
Co-Founder + CEO
Safe Sweat
10.2021 - Current
President
Crunch Canada
10.2019 - 06.2020
Vice President
SNFW Fitness BC LTD
10.2015 - 10.2019
Area District Manager
24 Hour Fitness
05.2014 - 09.2015
District Manager
24 Hour Fitness
10.2012 - 05.2014
Club Manager
24 Hour Fitness
02.2002 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Business/Economics
Claremont McKenna College
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