HALO Talks Fast Break: Pickleball Consulting, Court Installs, and Industry Trends With Kaitlin Miller from Court Kings
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
Release Date: 11/13/2025
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HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore welcomes industry veteran Steve Roderick, the man behind Bozeman, Montana’s Ridge Athletic. Steve began his career in the HALO sector serendipitously—thanks to a chance encounter in a Wyoming bar—Roderick talks about how his love for athletics fueled his vision to elevate community health and wellness. From building the Ridge from the ground up to navigating the constantly evolving landscape of Bozeman, he reflects on the importance of creating a multi-generational, welcoming environment, his strategies for growth, and the value of...
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HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Johnny Hilbrant—SoulCycle instructor turned viral sensation, also known as “PE Guy.” From his roots riding and teaching at Soul in Chicago and Boston, Johnny talks about his journey from fitness enthusiast to comedic creator, blending his knack for improv and sharp observational humor to lampoon a familiar character . . . the "private equity bro" you inevitably get cornered by at a wedding or some other event. The conversation gets into how Johnny developed his PE Guy persona, why the character resonates so widely (with both...
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Episode #578: Lessons in Effective Communication and Brand Equity for Private Equity Firms with Scott Markman
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Welcome to another episode of HALO Talks! Host Pete Moore sits down with branding expert and MonoGram Group founder Scott Markman for a wide-ranging conversation on private equity, marketing, and the art of standing out in a competitive landscape. From Scott's early days building powerhouse brands in PE—like Antares Capital—to the inside stories and lessons learned from working with over 100 PE firms, you’ll get a front-row seat to how branding and storytelling have evolved in finance and beyond. Pete and Scott riff on everything from the importance of humanizing private equity...
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Episode #577: Driving Employee Wellness Participation-Rich Novelli’s Platform for Small Business Success
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
In this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore catches up with good friend and industry veteran Rich Novelli, marking his second appearance on the show. With over 40 years in the HALO space, Rich shares how he’s now turning his focus from traditional health clubs to the rapidly-growing world of corporate wellness. He discusses how his new platform, Alegria Wellness, leverages tech and personalized coaching to drive higher employee participation—especially in small and underserved businesses. Novelli explains why simply offering discounted gym memberships just isn’t enough, how...
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Episode #576: Bringing Together Health, Wellness, and Tech-Kisaco's Connected Conference
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
In this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Reka Gobis from Kisaco Research. They discuss how their Connected Health & Fitness Conference is evolving to bring together industry leaders—from boutique gyms and major brands like Nike and Adidas, to healthcare giants like Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic. They discuss the importance of creating actionable, science-backed insights and meaningful connections in an intimate setting, all designed to help operators deliver tech-enabled solutions and drive real change in the HALO sector. If you’re looking for fresh ideas,...
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In this episode of HALO Talks, industry veteran CJ Bouchard opens up to host Pete Moore about the realities of entrepreneurship in the fitness industry, sharing candid stories of risk, resilience, and what it really means to build from the ground up. From betting his savings on a fledgling franchise in North Carolina and initially making daily two-hour commutes, to pivoting and learning tough lessons about club size, site selection, and market expansion, CJ reveals how grit, adaptability, and a clear mission have fueled Excel Fitness’s phenomenal growth. Planet Fitness (NYSE:PLNT) is one of...
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Episode #574: Elevate Fitness Evolution-Real Estate, Recovery, and Community Impact With Tom Muller
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
In this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with long-time friend and industry veteran Tom Muller, owner of Elevate Fitness in Syracuse, NY. With roots that stretch back to the Gold's Gym days, Tom shares his journey through decades of shifting trends, club expansions, and the pivotal decision to rebrand and tech-enable his business for the modern member experience. From innovative fitness programming and thriving tennis and swim programs to the impact of major local investments like Micron and Amazon, Tom reveals the strategies that have kept Elevate thriving in a stable,...
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HALO Talks Fast Break: Pickleball Consulting, Court Installs, and Industry Trends With Kaitlin Miller from Court Kings
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
Excited to share highlights from this week’s HALO Talks FastBreak featuring Kaitlin Miller from Court Kings. A level 5 player herself, Kaitlin and Pete dive deep into the rapid growth of pickleball and how Court Kings innovative court solutions are shaping the industry—especially for health and fitness facilities. 3 key takeaways: Booming Demand: Pickleball courts in NYC (especially at ) are booked solid from open to close—sometimes with waitlists to join! If your facility hasn’t added pickleball yet, now is the time. Turnkey Court Solutions: Court Kings was recently named the...
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Episode #573: How LightStim Revolutionized LED Beds and the Med Spa Industry with Steve Marchese
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
Welcome to another episode of HALO Talks! In today’s episode, Integrity Square Founder and host Pete Moore sits down with Steve Marchese, the founder of LightStim, to dig into the transformative power of LED light technology and its growing role in med spas and wellness centers across the country. Steve shares the LightStim origin story, which was born out of a personal mission to help his own son combat dangerously high blood pressure when traditional medicine offered no solutions. What started as a family "Hail Mary" turned into years of rigorous innovation, FDA collaboration,...
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Episode #572: Building Hone Fitness-Jim Solomon’s Urban Strategy and Lessons from Toronto’s Fitness Scene
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
Welcome to HALO Talks, where we dive into the entrepreneurial journeys and strategic insights shaping the HALO sector! (Health, Active Lifestyle, Outdoors.) In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with longtime friend and industry veteran Jim Solomon, founder of Hone Fitness. Broadcasting on location from Toronto, Jim shares his story of more than 26 years in the fitness space, from his early days as a senior associate at Gold’s Gym to building and selling clubs in Toronto’s unique urban neighborhoods. They talk candidly about the “puzzle” that is site selection in metropolitan...
info_outlineExcited to share highlights from this week’s HALO Talks FastBreak featuring Kaitlin Miller from Court Kings. A level 5 player herself, Kaitlin and Pete dive deep into the rapid growth of pickleball and how Court Kings innovative court solutions are shaping the industry—especially for health and fitness facilities.
3 key takeaways:
- Booming Demand: Pickleball courts in NYC (especially at Life Time Inc.) are booked solid from open to close—sometimes with waitlists to join! If your facility hasn’t added pickleball yet, now is the time.
- Turnkey Court Solutions: Court Kings was recently named the preferred court builder for USA Pickleball and offers end-to-end services from consulting and court surfacing to fencing, nets, and soundproofing—making it easy for facility owners to get started.
- Fast Installation: With proper planning, facilities can have new courts installed in as little as 2–4 weeks. Early communication (with the General Contractor especially) and material ordering are key to a smooth rollout.
If you’re considering adding pickleball to your location, listen now for fresh industry insights and practical advice on possible next steps.
Also? If you missed it, we have an entire pickleball category playlist on HALO Talks. Check that out here: https://www.halotalks.com/category/podcasts/pickleball/
Contact Kaitlin directly for more information: kaitlin@courtkings.com
Resources:
- Kaitlin Miller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlin-miller-40a354a3/
- Court Kings: https://courtkings.com/
- Prospect Wizard: https://www.theprospectwizard.com
- Promotion Vault: https://www.promotionvault.com
- HigherDose: https://www.higherdose.com
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