HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness

On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Gabriel Cian, a serial entrepreneur from France with a passion for longevity and health innovation. Gabriel shares his journey from building and successfully exiting two tech startups to founding the 2060 Foundation, an organization dedicated to advancing longevity through investment and policy change. The conversation dives further int...

Every Wednesday we release our all new "HALO Academy: 2 Minute Financial Drill" by Integrity Square Founder & HALO Talks host,  Pete Moore  on everything you need to know for financial literacy, unit economics, legal documents used for M&A and capital raises, capital sources you can access, understanding how financings are structured, valuation metrics and parameters, and what you need to know abo...

On this episode, host Pete Moore dives into the cutting-edge world of regenerative medicine and longevity with guests Howard Leonhardt, founder of Leonhardt Ventures and Lionheart Health, and Scott Hoots, an expert in health and wellness franchising. Leonhardt is an innovative medical entrepreneur whose journey started in 1982 with the founding of Leonhardt Ventures, the parent of Lionheart Health...

1. Slamming Is a Serious Threat for Facilities Slamming is a deceptive practice where unauthorized third parties trick business staff into signing up for expensive electricity supply contracts, often by posing as utility representatives. This can result in facilities unknowingly paying much higher rates. 2. Financial Impact Can Be Huge Justin shares real-world examples where facilities ended up pa...

Every Wednesday we release our all new "HALO Academy: 2 Minute Drill" by Integrity Square Founder & HALO Talks host,  Pete Moore  on everything you need to know for financial literacy, unit economics, legal documents used for M&A and capital raises, capital sources you can access, understanding how financings are structured, valuation metrics and parameters, and what you need to know about your ow...

In this episode, we explore the world of health coaching with Kathleen Ferguson, a seasoned HALO industry veteran dedicated to transforming lives through fitness and wellness. Pete and Kathleen chat about her new venture, Coach 360, which aims to revolutionize the career landscape for health and wellness coaches. She shares her career path from trainer to business owner, and how she's addressing t...

Today's Thursday . . . and that means another HALO Talks-Fast Break! Integrity Square  Founder and  HALO Talks host Pete Moore, dives into the complexities of inventory debt financing in the e-commerce sector, especially as tariffs continue to shake up the financial landscape. Pete also explores the intricacies of high-interest loans for inventory, as financial institutions begin scrutinizing fina...

Every Wednesday we release our all new "HALO Academy: 2 Minute Drill" by Integrity Square Founder & HALO Talks host,  Pete Moore  on everything you need to know for financial literacy, unit economics, legal documents used for M&A and capital raises, capital sources you can access, understanding how financings are structured, valuation metrics and parameters, and what you need to know about your ow...

Mark Fisher's journey began as a self-proclaimed "skinny guy" in high school. Determined to improve his physique, he began working out, a passion that followed him into adulthood. Throughout his twenties, Mark carved out a career as a professional actor in New York City. Although he found moderate success on stage, it was the "fitness bug" that truly captured his heart, leading him to explore oppo...

Today's Thursday . . . so that means another HALO Talks-Fast Break! Integrity Square Founder and HALO Talks host Pete Moore, dives deep into the mergers and acquisitions current landscape in the HALO sector, highlighting key movements that will shape the industry for the next five years. Pete discusses the sale of five companies from one private equity firm to another, including the announced sale...

In this episode, we're excited to have Chris Van Dusen from the venture capital world join us. He brings a wealth of experience from both the VC and entrepreneurial worlds. He shares his unique journey through sales, marketing, and three successful business exits. Chris also talks about Solyco Capital, his firm that prioritizes smart capital over mere funding, and their approach to matching invest...

Every Wednesday we release our all new "HALO Academy: 2 Minute Drill" by Integrity Square Founder & HALO Talks host,  Pete Moore  on everything you need to know for financial literacy, unit economics, legal documents used for M&A and capital raises, capital sources you can access, understanding how financings are structured, valuation metrics and parameters, and what you need to know about your ow...

In today's episode, host Pete Moore is joined by dynamic entrepreneur, Kevin Wathey. Kevin shares his journey from a deeply personal tragedy with his Mom, to becoming a multi-faceted entrepreneur, spearheading innovative projects across the globe. The discussion dives into two latest (and very complementary) ventures, including a new wellness resort set in Costa Rica, tailored for high-performing...

Every Wednesday we release our all new "HALO Academy: 2 Minute Financial Drill" by Integrity Square Founder & HALO Talks host, Pete Moore  on everything you need to know for financial literacy, unit economics, legal documents used for M&A and capital raises, capital sources you can access, understanding how financings are structured, valuation metrics and parameters, and what you need to know abou...

In this episode, we're joined by Deb Strougo, longtime industry veteran in the HALO sector. Deb shares her insights both as a seasoned consumer and advisor, exploring the current and future landscape of fitness. Pete and Deb dive deep into the experience and inner workings of high-end clubs like Bay Club, weighing their offerings and discussing the evolving needs of today's customer. As Deb articu...

Every Wednesday we release our all new "HALO Academy: 2 Minute Drill" by Integrity Square Founder & HALO Talks host,  Pete Moore  on everything you need to know for financial literacy, unit economics, legal documents used for M&A and capital raises, capital sources you can access, understanding how financings are structured, valuation metrics and parameters, and what you need to know about your ow...

In this episode we're pleased to host Jeremy Kelstrom from Alaris, a company that continues to make waves in the B2B SaaS space by addressing the needs of youth sports, camps, and club check-in experiences. With a really cool origin story that dates back to their initially winning a business plan competition sponsored by Rolls Royce, Jeremy dives into how Alaris pivoted away from its core signatur...

Today's Thursday. . .so that means another HALO Talks-Fast Break! Integrity Square Founder, Pete Moore, was out on location with Brian Mitchell (happy birthday! 🎂) who's got a LOT of great new info to share about his platform. Pete and Brian had some thoughts on innovative techniques to enhance engagement and retention using the Promotion Vault platform. Here are three key takeaways: Boost Your L...

Every Wednesday we release our all new "HALO Academy: 2 Minute Drill" by Integrity Square Founder & HALO Talks host, Pete Moore on everything you need to know for financial literacy, unit economics, legal documents used for M&A and capital raises, capital sources you can access, understanding how financings are structured, valuation metrics and parameters, and what you need to know about your own...

In this episode, we've reconnected with Andrew Menter (episode #135) as we dive into what they've been doing recently over at Physmodo. Pete and Andrew chat about the advancements the company has made since inception, focusing a lot on their consumer app designed for self-assessment in movement screening. Andrew shares the journey of adapting the business from its initial push into fitness spaces...

Every Wednesday we release our all new "HALO Academy: 2 Minute Drill" by Integrity Square Founder & HALO Talks host, Pete Moore on everything you need to know for financial literacy, unit economics, legal documents used for M&A and capital raises, capital sources you can access, understanding how financings are structured, valuation metrics and parameters, and what you need to know about your own...

In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Fadi Zoghzoghy, founder and CEO of Bridge Athletic. Fadi shares his insights about the transformative power of tech for the training market, particularly for college and professional athletes and coaches. With a strong background in tech, Fadi goes further into how Bridge is digitizing weight rooms and enhancing athlete development through personaliz...

Every Wednesday we release our all new "HALO Academy: 2 Minute Drill" by Integrity Square Founder & HALO Talks host, Pete Moore on everything you need to know for financial literacy, unit economics, legal documents used for M&A and capital raises, capital sources you can access, understanding how financings are structured, valuation metrics and parameters, and what you need to know about your own...

In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Noam Tamir, successful entrepreneur, long-time fitness veteran, and founder of TS Fitness. Noam shares his journey from working at Crunch to building his own space in New York City in 2011. He talks about the importance of understanding business numbers, creating a strong team culture, and developing effective client relationships. Pete and Noam also...

In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Marco Ferdinandi, a fitness industry expert with a rich career spanning New Jersey to Hong Kong. Marco discusses his journey from being a strength and conditioning coach to founding AQ Strong, a brand focused on athletic wellness in Hong Kong. The conversation also dives into his experience with flywheel training and its benefits, including its roots...