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
Episode #584: From Corporate Success to Franchise Operator-Chris Rotondi’s Journey with Serotonin Centers
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Chris Rotondi, franchisee of a Serotonin Center in Greenwich, Connecticut. From his early days as the 13th employee at Shift4 to his foray into the HALO (Health, Active Lifestyle, Outdoor) space, Chris talks about his entrepreneurial path and passion for biohacking, longevity, and helping others transform their lives. Listen now as Pete and Chris discuss the hard truths behind starting and scaling a HALO business, the importance of authentic local marketing, and the unique advantages (and sometimes challenges!) of joining...
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#16: Tackling Diabetes and Health Education with Ethan Bezner: Insights from the Future Healthcare Leaders
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
On this episode of HALO Talks-FastBreak, host Pete Moore welcomes University of Georgia student and public health major Ethan Bezner for a transparent conversation about tackling today's greatest health issues—loneliness, obesity, and diabetes. Bezner shares his motivations about why he dove into research around early onset type 2 diabetes, exploring risk factors like sedentary lifestyles, processed foods, and our evolving relationship with fitness. The conversation steers into into the reality of the public health system as Ethan recounts stories from his time as a clinic...
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Episode #583: Building Gold's Gym Success-Bryce Berry’s Journey from Dairy Queen to Fitness Club Leader
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
Welcome to this episode of HALO Talks, where host Pete Moore sits down with Bryce Berry, a New York native whose career led him from Westchester County to the mountains of Salt Lake City, and eventually to building a powerhouse presence in the Gold's Gym franchise network. Bryce shares his entrepreneurial path, starting with the unexpected lessons learned from running Dairy Queen stores, before moving into the health club industry and launching some of the largest and most successful Gold's Gym locations in Colorado, Wyoming, and Washington. From the intricacies of site selection and gym...
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Episode #582: Building Sustainable Health Habits with Dr. Joey Munoz-Education, Accountability, and Fit for Life
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore welcomes Dr. Joey Munoz, a leader in the world of fitness and nutrition, straight from Tampa by way of Miami. Joey shares his transformation from an overweight teenager to earning a Ph.D in nutritional sciences, and explains how education and mentorship shaped his evidence-based approach to health. They dive into the evolving landscape of the HALO sector, discuss the confusion that many face around nutrition labels, and stress the importance of taking ownership of your health through education rather than relying on the latest "hacks,"...
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Episode #581: Crossing the Tech Chasm-How Teambuildr Is Driving The Future Future of Coaching with Hewitt Tomlin
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
Welcome to HALO Talks! In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Hewitt Tomlin, the entrepreneur behind Teambuildr—a software platform that's changing the game on how strength coaches and personal trainers deliver programming. Starting with a simple idea in college, Hewitt has built Teambuildr into a leading solution for gyms, coaches, and athletes, empowering thousands with better tools for training and performance. Together, they dive into the rapidly-evolving landscape of fitness technology, discussing the rise of strength training in gyms, the impact of AI on coaching,...
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Episode #580: Building Bozeman’s Fitness Mecca-Steve Roderick’s Journey with The Ridge Athletic Club
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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Episode #579: From SoulCycle to Satire-Johnny Hilbrant on Creating PE Guy and Viral Success
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
HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness
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,...
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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