Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Justin Thompson

Toronto,Canada

Summary

Fourth-year Psychology BA (Hons) student (age 24) with proven experience leading operations, partnerships, and service delivery in a performance-health setting. Skilled in building scalable systems, managing client relationships, and executing projects end-to-end. Pursuing an academic exchange to strengthen psychological theory and research readiness while actively in student life and cross-cultural learning.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Personal Training Systems, Inc.
Toronto, Canada
02.2025 - Current
  • Developing and implementing strategic business initiatives to enhance growth, profitability, and industry leadership.
  • Building and refining white-labeled coaching systems, automation solutions, and robust CRM infrastructures tailored to fitness and wellness businesses.
  • Leading cross-functional teams in operations, sales, marketing, and technology to ensure seamless execution and exceptional client experiences.
  • Establishing strategic partnerships and B2B collaborations that expand market reach and amplify client value.
  • Driving a company culture rooted in conscious leadership, continuous innovation, and sustainable growth.
  • As CEO and Founder of Personal Training Systems Inc. (PTSI), I lead our vision and strategic direction to help gyms, wellness organisations, and fitness professionals scale effectively through smart systems, innovative technology, and conscious leadership.

Personal Training Lead

Glendon Athletic Club
Toronto, Canada
09.2023 - 07.2025
  • I drove transformational growth, achieving a 225% increase in personal training revenue and significantly enhancing overall club profitability.
  • During my tenure, I played a critical role in expanding the personal training team from a single trainer with one client to a robust department of 8 trainers supporting over 50 active clients.
  • Additionally, I strategically introduced athletic therapy and strength and conditioning services, diversifying our offerings and elevating the club's competitive edge.
  • By implementing targeted sales campaigns, optimising onboarding processes, and integrating efficient CRM systems, I increased client retention and satisfaction.
  • My efforts played a key role in transforming GAC into a comprehensive, full-service athletic facility, strengthening its brand reputation, operational capabilities, and community presence.

Founder

YorkU Calesthenics Federation
North York, ON
09.2023 - 09.2024

Established and presided over student calisthenics club, designing weekly training sessions.

  • Recruited and directed executive team, overseeing operations, scheduling, and communications.
  • Planned and executed events and workshops while forging partnerships for space and equipment.
  • Increased membership and engagement through strategic campus promotions and social media outreach.

Personal Trainer

Glendon Athletic Club
Toronto, Canada
06.2022 - 09.2023
  • Guided and mentored trainers.
  • Helped trainers improve their consultation and personal training skills.

Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor

Shwartz Reisman Centre
Lebovic Campus
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Trained clients of various populations and conditions, Including people with various mental disorders and abilities.
  • Sold packages, developed and implemented effective and client centric programs.
  • Helped the gym in times of need (coverage, classes and events).

Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and SAS instructor

York University Tait Mackenzie
Keele Campus
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Achieved the Personal Trainer of the Year 2022 award.
  • Trained and assisted people with special accommodations by hosting special biweekly group classes catered for the special populations.
  • Assisted in the rehabilitation and prehabilitation of clients.
  • Helped athletes perform better in their sport by implementing sport-specific training protocols.
  • Helped create positive change in a vast majority of my clients through motivational interviewing and empathy.

Mixologist and Server

Menchies
Younge and Lawrence
06.2020 - 11.2021
  • Supported and trained staff in business functions.
  • Sold product.
  • Received highly positive customer feedback for outstanding service regularly.
  • Repaired and maintained machines, glycol units and plumbing systems.

Plumbing Apprentice

Alex Team Plumbing
GTA
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Assembled and created plumbing systems.
  • Serviced fixtures and pre existing fixtures.
  • Liaised with customers and provided excellent service.

Education

Hons Psychology BA - Psychology

York University
12.2025

Plumbing

Ontario College of Trades
12.2025

Plumbing techniques

Humber College
04.2021

OSSD -

Alexander Mackenzie High School
06.2020

Skills

Academic & Research
  • Research literacy (reading empirical papers, extracting findings)
  • Scientific writing (APA-style writing, clear argumentation)
  • Data-informed decision-making (basic stats / evidence-based thinking)
  • Presentation & communication (tutorials, group work, stakeholder updates)
Leadership & Project Execution
  • Project planning & execution (end-to-end ownership)
  • Process and systems building (workflows, SOPs, automation mindset)
  • Team coordination & mentoring
  • Partnership development & stakeholder management
People & Community
  • Relationship building (clients, peers, partners)
  • Behaviour change coaching (goal setting, adherence, accountability)
  • Cross-cultural communication & adaptability

Certification

  • Certified Personal Trainer, American Council of Exercise (ACE), 11/01/19, Present
  • Group Fitness Instructor, Ontario Fitness Council, 06/01/22, 06/01/24
  • CPR AED, CPR Foundation, 11/01/25, Present
  • Weight Management Specialist, American Council of Exercise (ACE), 11/01/21, Present
  • Sports Nutrition Specialist, American Council of Exercise (ACE), 11/01/23, Present
  • Corrective Exercise Specialist, American Council of Exercise (ACE), 11/01/25, Present
  • Advanced First Aid, First on Scene, 05/01/18, 05/01/21
  • Scuba Diver, Padi, 09/01/17, Present
  • Food Handler's Licence, Government of Ontario, 06/01/20, Present

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Personal Training Systems, Inc.
02.2025 - Current

Personal Training Lead

Glendon Athletic Club
09.2023 - 07.2025

Founder

YorkU Calesthenics Federation
09.2023 - 09.2024

Personal Trainer

Glendon Athletic Club
06.2022 - 09.2023

Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor

Shwartz Reisman Centre
03.2022 - 12.2022

Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and SAS instructor

York University Tait Mackenzie
11.2021 - 07.2022

Plumbing Apprentice

Alex Team Plumbing
04.2021 - 10.2021

Mixologist and Server

Menchies
06.2020 - 11.2021

Hons Psychology BA - Psychology

York University

Plumbing

Ontario College of Trades

Plumbing techniques

Humber College

OSSD -

Alexander Mackenzie High School
Justin Thompson