Bios

corporate biographies

Power Wellness' team members are the success of the company. Each person on our team strives to provide the best to our clients, members and communities.

management team

Ken

CEO

Ken

CEO

Ken founded Power Wellness in 1996 and has over 25 years of healthcare development and operational experience.

Ken’s experience includes the planning, development and operation of institutional fitness centers throughout the Midwest: including community colleges, universities and hospitals.

Ken is a graduate of the Wharton School of Business with a B.S. in Finance.

Ken currently serves on the board of Elgin Academy and WINGS (Women in Need Growing Stronger).

Brian

President and Chief Operations Officer

Brian

President and Chief Operations Officer

Brian joined Power in 1997 and has over 24 years of planning, information technology, development and operations experience. Reporting to Brian are department leaders in the areas of information technology, operations, finance, purchasing, and human resources.

Prior to joining Power, Brian worked for a top Chicago accounting firm as an audit manager.

Brian is a member of the Medical Fitness Association, International Health & Racquet Sports Association, the Illinois CPA Society and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Brian and his team ensure that every aspect of design, development, and operations management meet our client expectations.

Brian graduated with honors with a B.S. in Accounting from Northern Illinois University and is a certified public accountant.

John

Senior Vice President - Chief Information Officer

John

Senior Vice President - Chief Information Officer

John joined Power in 2004, bringing 16 years of experience in technology, rapid company growth, and knowledge of global acquisitions and consolidations.

John has cultivated a well-rounded team to support daily operations and implement new technologies to support expansion.

His expertise in the areas of construction, design and development, environmental systems, information systems, audiovisual and communications architecture add prudent high-value results in responding to customer needs.

John is a Microsoft certified systems engineer and a Microsoft certified professional.

Max

Chief Revenue Officer

Max

Chief Revenue Officer

With a distinguished career spanning the Healthcare and IT industry since 2012, Max Hanner has consistently demonstrated exemplary leadership. Over the years, he has successfully overseen national business development and marketing teams for industry-leading Healthcare IT consultancies and management firms. Max’s expertise
lies in the strategic management of high-growth businesses and the development of crucial healthcare IT and operational service lines. His notable achievements include the establishment of a managed services division that earned the prestigious Best in KLAS Services Award for both 2023 and 2024.

A graduate of the University of Iowa, Max further honed his skills at the Northwestern School of Continuing Studies, focusing on corporate finance. His academic background, combined with his hands-on experience, positions Max as a forward-thinking executive with a keen understanding of the dynamic intersection between healthcare and technology.

Davi

Vice President of Human Resources and Legal Affairs

Davi

Vice President of Human Resources and Legal Affairs

Davi joined the Power Wellness team in 2016 after serving as Power Wellness’s outside counsel starting in 2007. Prior to joining Power Wellness, Davi began her career as a law clerk at the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.

Following her clerkship, Davi worked in private practice in the areas of employment law and commercial litigation. Davi also was corporate counsel at Beatrice Companies and its’ successors and was the Chief Operating Officer at Tiber Group, now a part of Navigant Consulting.

At Power, Davi serves in a dual role overseeing Power’s Human Resources Department and managing its legal affairs. Davi’s legal background and experience with Power makes her a valuable and creative resource to our employees and our clients.

Davi has a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois in Champaign and a JD from DePaul University College of Law.

Anthony

Vice President of Marketing and Sales

Anthony

Vice President of Marketing and Sales

Anthony joined Power Wellness in 2013 and has 15 years of experience in marketing and sales across several industries. Prior to joining Power Wellness, Anthony was the Director of Marketing for two national manufacturing companies.

Anthony and his team oversee all of the marketing efforts of our managed centers as well as Power Wellness.

Anthony started his marketing career in the sports industry where he held various sales and marketing positions, the most recent being with the National Hockey League. After leaving the sports industry, Anthony oversaw the launch and expansion of a global travel agency into the United States.

Anthony graduated with a B.B.A. in Business Management from the University of Alaska Fairbanks where he also completed his MBA in Marketing.

Josh

Vice President of Center Development

Josh

Vice President of Center Development

Josh joined Power Wellness in 1996 and has advanced with our company as a Fitness Specialist, Personal Trainer, Fitness Manager, Executive Director and Senior Director.

Josh was a recipient of the 2002 Nova 7 award from Fitness Management Magazine for community outreach and service.

In 2012, Josh was promoted to a Director of Operations with oversight of multiple facilities.

Josh graduated with a B.S. in Community Health from Eastern Illinois University and is an exercise certified personal trainer from the American Council on Exercise.

Josephine

Vice President of Operations

Josephine

Vice President of Operations

Josephine joined Power Wellness in 2010 and possesses over 18 years of experience in healthcare, wellness and hospitality management. Prior to joining Power Wellness, she served as Canyon Ranch’s Associate Director of Spa, Fitness and Sports.

Previously, she served as Alegent Health’s Manager in Laboratory Services and served honorably for eight years in the United States Air Force.

Josephine’s strengths include: operational, fiscal and personnel management, program and strategy development. With Power Wellness, Josephine has previously served as an Operations Project Leader and Executive Director.

Josephine graduated with a B.S. in Business Administration/Healthcare Administration from Wayland Baptist University and has an MBA from Bellevue University.

Greer

Director of Operations

Greer

Director of Operations

Greer joined Power Wellness in 2006 with over 20 years of experience in Marketing and Customer Service. Prior to joining Power Wellness she served as the Director of Marketing & Customer Service for a leading manufacturer of athletic equipment.

Greer’s strengths include leadership development, strategic planning, and fiscal and operational excellence. Greer was previously in the positions of Center Director and Senior Director with Power Wellness Management.

Greer graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Iowa State University, and has a Masters of Business Administration from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.

Blake

Director of Operations and Wellness

Blake

Director of Operations and Wellness

Blake joined Power in 2014 and has advanced with our company as a Fitness Specialist, Medical Integration Coordinator, Member Services Manager, Center Director, and Senior Director.

Blake and his team oversee all Medical Integration, Fitness, and Virtual Programming for our managed centers.

Blake’s strengths include: leadership, culture, operational, fiscal, and health and wellness programming.

Blake graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology and with honors for his Master’s in Exercise Science and Wellness Management.