| StrengthEdge Systems LLC
is a professional services company focused
on providing web-based solutions for both
individuals and organizations in the Health
and Fitness Industry. The company grew out
of a very simple mission to give health and
fitness professionals the best possible tools
to optimize their performance and growth their
bottom line.
One of the most distinguishing characteristics
of StrengthEdge Systems is that it wasn’t
formed by “tech guys” working
on a software system in their garage. The
web-based tools were created and designed
by seasoned fitness professionals, whose
personal experience of training clients
and managing facilities was translated directly
into the products and services.
In StrengthEdge Systems, you not only have
the tools you need to succeed, but you also
have a trusted partner. We understand the
needs and challenges that your business
faces and our systems are designed to get
you measurable results, right away, without
investing a lot of your time and money.
Whether you are an independent trainer
with just a handful of clients or a multi-national
health club franchise, StrengthEdge Systems
can give you best-in-class web-based tools
to help you manage and grow your business.
Let StrengthEdge take your health and fitness
business to the next level!
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Management Team
Patrick
Smale, President and Co-Founder
As co-founder and president of StrengthEdge
Systems LLC, Patrick had one simple vision;
enable personal trainers and strength and
conditioning coaches to do their job better,
faster and more efficiently. Patrick has hands-on
understanding of many aspects of the Health
and Fitness Industry, serving as personal
trainer, strength and conditioning coach,
director of personal training, and fitness
manager of several multi-million dollar health
clubs.
Patrick received a BA in Kinesiology from
Occidental College and a MBA from the Alfred
Lerner School of Business and Economics
at the University of Delaware. After his
MBA, he decided to leverage his knowledge
of exercise physiology and marketing in
the Pharmaceutical Industry in marketing
research. While sharpening his analytical
skills, he never lost his ties to the fitness
industry, and continued to train several
clients and teach spinning classes on the
weekend. His professional experience includes
NSCA-CPT and CSCS certifications as well
as the ACSM-HF/I, Reebok Core-board, and
Johnny G Spinning certifications.
Relevant clinical research experience includes
the Occidental College President’s
Grant for Research from Fall 1997-Spring
1998 academic year to study the effect of
eccentric phase loading on both the muscle
and connective tissue of sedentary, moderately
active, and highly trained students
Rich Neal, Chief Financial Officer
Rich Neal joined the StrengthEdge team
in April 2007, bringing a diverse business
background with experience in finance and
strategic planning.
Previously, Rich worked in accounting and
advertising sales for a major cable company
in the Philadelphia (PA) market. He then
entered the financial planning industry
after successfully completing the Series
7 and 63 exams for registered securities.
Later, Rich was able to merge his strong
financial background with his passion for
health and fitness when he became CFO of
Malétix, LLC, an international health
and fitness consulting firm assisting health
clubs, sports teams and various organizations
achieve their goals. Malétix has
conducted lectures in 36 countries
on the topics of strength conditioning,
exercise physiology, and health club management.
Rich maintains active involvement in community
service utilizing his experiences in finance
and health and fitness. He serves on the
Board of Directors of multiple non-profit
organizations and he provides consultation
to at-risk youth often coaching families
to incorporate health and fitness into their
lifestyles to reduce stress and increase
self-esteem.
Rich received a Bachelor of Science in
Accounting from West Chester University
(PA) where he was an All-Conference wide
receiver playing on two conference championship
football teams. He also holds a Master of
Science from Springfield College (MA).
Steven A. Morgan, Vice President of Content
Development
Steve Morgan joined StrengthEdge Systems LLC in September 2006 as Vice President of Content Development, bringing over 16 years of experience in the Health and Fitness Industry.
Originally from Lansing, MI, Steve has a BS in Exercise Science from Michigan State University where he pitched for the Spartan baseball team. Coupled with his personal background of high-level athletics, Steve has enjoyed the practical experience of training top professional athletes and top-tier world class athletes.
Steve’s professional experience includes various management positions in large multipurpose health and fitness facilities, head strength and conditioning coaching positions, and independent consulting agreements regarding health club design and operation. In addition, he is founder and operator of Maximum Athletic Performance, a sport-specific training facility in Grand Ledge, MI.
As an educator for Life Fitness International and CEO/Founder of Malétix, LLC, Steve has conducted workshops in 36 countries on the topics of strength conditioning, exercise physiology, and health club management. In 1998 the International Dance and Exercise Association (IDEA) selected Steve as one of the top 20 fitness professionals in the United States. Steve is committed to education and all aspects of physical training.
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