IHRSA Statement on Passing of Fitness International Co-CEO & President Louis Welch
Posted: September 21, 2023 in Chains
LA Fitness
BOSTON, MA – IHRSA President & CEO, Liz Clark, issued the following statement regarding the announcement of the passing of Fitness International Co-founder, Louis Welch:
“Louis Welch was an instrumental leader in the fitness industry since he co-founded LA Fitness in 1984 in California, growing it to more than 700 locations in the United States and Canada. As co-CEO and president of Fitness International, LLC, he also oversaw the expansion of Fitness International to include three additional brands: Esporta Fitness, City Sports Club, and Club Studio, which just launched in early 2023.
“Louis was a private person, but his record of success was well-known, and everyone watched what he and his leadership team did. His business mindset and entrepreneurial spirit will be missed.
“Our condolences to his family and to the Fitness International team, which, led by Executive Chairman Chinyol Yi, will undoubtedly continue to provide steady and innovative leadership for the company.”
