IHRSA Announces 2015 Industry Award Recipients
Posted: February 3, 2015 in IHRSA
IHRSA: Success By Association
BOSTON, MA – IHRSA, The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association announced today that three award recipients will be honored during IHRSA 2015, the Association’s 34th Annual International Convention & Trade Show in Los Angeles, California, March 11-14, 2015.
- The Julie Main Woman Leader Scholarship will be presented on Thursday, March 12 to Lori Lowell.
- The Outstanding Community Service Award will be presented on Friday, March 13 to Midtown Athletic Club of Rochester, NY.
- The Associate Member of the Year will be presented on Friday, March 13 to Twin Oaks Software.
Julie Main Woman Leader Scholarship
IHRSA celebrates the legacy of Julie Main by awarding the Julie Main Woman Leader Scholarship to a woman who exemplifies what Julie stood for: courage, perseverance, excellence, and professionalism. Lori Lowell, an owner, operator and innovator of Gold’s Gyms in Virginia and Wisconsin, is the winner of the 2015 Julie Main Woman Leader Scholarship.
“Julie Main was an exemplary female industry leader, and I am excited to have the opportunity to see such continued dedication to a woman who exceeded the “call of duty” as an entrepreneur and leader. IHRSA’s ongoing acknowledgement and commitment to women leaders in the industry is honorable and I am grateful,” said Lori Lowell.
Outstanding Community Service
The Outstanding Community Service Award is presented to an IHRSA member that has made a longstanding commitment to making a difference in, and beyond, their community. Midtown Athletic Club of Rochester, NY is the recipient of this year’s Outstanding Community Service Award.
Midtown Athletic Club’s involvement in their community is greater than can be listed, but a few of their impactful efforts include leading an annual American Diabetes Association “Tour-de-Cure Bike Ride” that raises funds for research, prevention, advocacy and treatment for Types 1 and 2 Diabetes; and supporting The Equicenter, an equine therapy center for children and adults with disabilities, at risk youth, wounded veterans, and their families in the Rochester area.
Glenn William, General Manager of Midtown, who will be accepting the award said, “We are delighted and honored to be recognized as the 2015 recipient of the IHRSA Outstanding Community Service Award. I am proud that Midtown represents the high standard of giving in our community. This recognition celebrates the good work of our associates at Midtown Athletic Club in Rochester, inspired by Alan and Steven Schwartz.”
In honoring the Midtown Club of Rochester, NY with this award, IHRSA and the industry gratefully acknowledge Steven Schwartz, President and CEO of Midtown Health / TCA Holdings, and the philanthropic philosophy of the entire company.
Associate Member of the Year
The Associate Member of the Year Award is presented annually to recognize an IHRSA Member for their significant contributions to the advancement of the health club industry, as well as their support of IHRSA, its members and its mission through program and event participation, advertising and sponsorship.
Twin Oaks Software was selected as this year’s honoree due to their continued investment in leading edge technology for club management software, and for their support of the health and fitness industry.
See this press release for more information on the 2015 Associate Member of the Year announcement.
“On behalf of IHRSA and the entire industry, I am thrilled to honor these three outstanding IHRSA members and industry friends for their exceptional commitment and service to their communities and their customers,” said Joe Moore, IHRSA President and CEO.
The IHRSA Awards Program seeks to “recognize, celebrate, and inspire.” For more information about IHRSA’s annual industry awards, including prior recipients, please visit ihrsa.org/awards.
