"I want to be the first globally recognized, fully franchisable corporation owned by a woman of color," states Hodges (an incredible entrepreneurial powerhouse!) when asked about future plans. As a seasoned fitness entrepreneur and global learning manager, she created her first class in her grandmother's backyard in June 2016. Classes are a mix of HITT, traditional aerobics, and ZUMBA to trap music with a focus on women of color. It quickly skyrocketed and she began teaching at Facebook, Tumblr and other major clients. Listen now to this wide ranging discussion on scaling, the beginnings of an instructor training program, operational "nut and bolts" and more!
Chavonne Hodges, Founder, Grillz and Granola
Get every new HALO Talks episode!
Each week, host Pete Moore sits down with the founders, operators, finance execs, and investors shaping the Health, Active Lifestyle, and Outdoor sector. Get new episodes in your inbox, no hype or BS, just the people building the sector.
Email has been submitted.
Recent Episodes
- Episode #615: Inside Austin Pickle Ranch with Tim Klitch-Growth, Community, and Private Equity in Pickleball
- Episode #614: Building Sweathouz (SWTHZ)-Nico Varano on Scaling, Unit Economics, and Operational Excellence
- Episode #613: SoulFire's Formula-Blending Brand Identity, Community, and Profitability in Boutique Fitness
- Episode #612: Building Community Through Contrast Therapy-Carrie Bacon's Vision for 180 Degree Bathhouse
- Episode #611: Outpatient Innovation-Dr. Munir Ghesani Discusses Theranostics, Expansion, and Clinical Trials
- HALO Academy Two Minute Financial Drills: The Three Strategic Buyers Circling Independent Operators Right Now
- Episode #610: Navigating Legal Challenges in Fitness-Cory Sterling on Waivers, Compliance, and Scaling Safely
- Episode #609: Building a Fitness Empire-Tony Scrimale Talks Growth, PE Strategy, and the Crunch Brand
- Episode #608: Dario Miceli-Making Padel Magazine and Championing a New Sport in America
- See all →