Annbeth Eschbach is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Exhale Enterprises, Inc. In 2003, exhale’s founding team forever changed the spa + fitness industry with the introduction of a unique wellbeing brand and business model that addresses both mind + body, through spa + fitness. Widely recognized as a pioneer in mind body transformation, exhale’s brand and programs are in high demand from consumers, premium hospitality brands, and real estate developers.
Today, with 25 locations in the US and Caribbean, 17 hospitality partners, dozens of proprietary boutique fitness class programs and award winning spa + healing programs, a large and engaged guest base and 1,500 associates, exhale owns a position as a wellbeing lifestyle brand. With this position, exhale transcends the narrowly defined fitness or spa boundaries, and benefits from the growing demand in wellness hospitality, wellness real estate, and a vibrant global wellness market hugely focused on well-living and mindfulness.
Annbeth developed the Company’s strategic and operating plan, built a seasoned senior team and infrastructure to support growth, and directs exhale’s growth and expansion.
Before founding exhale, Annbeth spent 12 years at Wellbridge, then the third-largest national spa and club operator, where she directed the company’s spa division and held responsibility for the 50-property portfolio’s branding and marketing efforts. She served four years as President + COO for the 10-unit chain of Cardio Fitness Centers in New York and Chicago.
A graduate from Northwestern University, Annbeth holds a master's degree in Business Administration from NYU Stern School of Business. Annbeth served as President of the Board of Directors of the International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association.