Joining us from Fitness Premier are Samantha Gorman, a dynamic franchise owner who leaped into entrepreneurship fresh out of college, and Kathy Mecklenberg, who has risen through the ranks over two decades to co-own three locations and serve as Vice President of Finance and HR. They’re here to share their inspiring journeys, their challenges, and successes, and how they’re impacting their communities and the industry. Let’s dive into their incredible stories.
Samantha Gorman jumped into entrepreneurship right after leaving college.
After working her way up from part-time trainer to manager, she moved to Monee, IL in 2018 and was approached by the CEO of Fitness Premiere to become an owner at the age of 24.
As a trainer, her expertise was working with specialized clientele, such as seniors and anyone with disabilities.
Since becoming an owner, Samantha has gone on to open 2 more locations in Beecher and Crete, all while raising three children.
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Kathy Mecklenberg has been with Fitness Premiere for more than 20 years, starting as an attendant at the Kid’s Club in Bourbonnais.
Today, in addition to co-owning 3 locations in the Chicago area, she is also a corporate team member as the Vice President of Finance and HR.
