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Matrix, SFIC to Sponsor Adam Robinson Keynote, Fitness Business, Influencer of the Year Awards at SUCCEED!
(OAKLAND, CA, March 20, 2019) – The Association of Fitness Studios (AFS) today proudly announced that Matrix Fitness and Sports & Fitness Insurance Corporation (SFIC), have agreed to sponsor Adam Robinson’s keynote presentation at SUCCEED! – the first-ever major Business Convention & Expo for current and aspiring studio/gym owners!
Both companies are also sponsoring AFS’ Fitness Business of the Year Award being presented at SUCCEED! along with AFS’ Influencer of the Year Award. SUCCEED! is April 12-14, 2019 at Hotel Irvine, in Irvine, CA. 
“Matrix is very pleased to sponsor these important activities at SUCCEED!” said Ashley Haberman, US Commercial Marketing Manager at Matrix. “We know Adam Robinson’s presentation will be outstanding.”
Mr. Robinson is a nationally recognized keynote speaker, author of The Best Team Wins: Build Your Business Through Predictive Hiring, host of The Best Team Wins Podcast, and a columnist for Inc.magazine. His stated mission is to help business owners succeed by building exceptional teams and workplace cultures.
“The concept of awards is important to the industry as the focus on best practices is a centerpiece of bringing a community together,” said Jennifer Urmston-Lowe, National Accounts Manager at SFIC. “We’re a very proud sponsor.”
The AFS Fitness Business of the Year represents a studio or gym that excels in all areas of business, and whose owner has demonstrated the ability to create unsurpassed customer experiences, dedicated staff, motivated clients and leadership in their community.
The AFS Influencer of the Year is an individual who has significantly contributed to the health and well being of society through various communication vehicles to enhance the value of fitness in a manner that stimulates and motivates participation.
“We’re thrilled that Matrix and SFIC have again stepped up to take a leadership position with AFS and the fitness industry,” said Josh Leve, AFS founder and CEO. “Their vision of promoting best practices and that of AFS are totally aligned.”
About SUCCEED!
SUCCEED! will be an event like none other in the fitness industry with 2.5 days of education solely dedicated to fitness businesses of all sizes, disciplines and tenure for entrepreneurs looking to take the next step in their career. The event will feature three pre-cons, over 50 sessions in six educational tracks, a 70-booth Expo highlighting new technologies and equipment, with networking and social events throughout.
About AFS
The Association of Fitness Studios (AFS) is the only membership community dedicated solely to the business of fitness studios. AFS provides studio owners and developers a wide array of business-specific products, services, and benefits that enable them to more effectively manage and grow their businesses, building on the passion, compassion and courage they’ve already shown – including SUCCEED! - the first-ever major Business Convention & Expo for current and aspiring studio/gym owners.