Bob Cheek is a former politician, published author and successful businessman. At 65 years old, when most people are looking towards retirement Bob found himself running a small local gym at a loss. On a whim and desperate for change he booked himself a flight to the US after identifying an opportunity in a fitness magazine. Fast forward 8 years, Zap fitness and the 24/7 gym concept was introduced in Tasmania. 37 Gyms, 30,000 members and a business eventually sold for over $50 Million dollars...
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Bob Cheek is a former politician, published author and successful businessman. At 65 years old, when most people are looking towards retirement Bob found himself running a small local gym at a loss. On a whim and desperate for change he booked himself a flight to the US after identifying an opportunity in a fitness magazine. Fast forward 8 years, Zap fitness and the 24/7 gym concept was introduced in Tasmania. 37 Gyms, 30,000 members and a business eventually sold for over $50 Million dollars...
Inventing a product and hustling onto TV's Shark Tank with Marie Lewis
The Business Growth Podcast with Kevin Miller
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4 years ago
Inventing a product and hustling onto TV's Shark Tank with Marie Lewis
Inventor, Podiatrist and Pharmacist Marie Lewis was an absolute joy to talk with. Her energy and enthusiasm for her business was infectious and this episode will have you smiling. Listen to her share her story of co-inventing a product to solve a problem, travelling to China to have it manufactured whilst being a mum, then working her way onto TV's Shark Tank and landing a deal with millionaire Andrew Banks. Marie also talks about solving problems for her clients, her passion for ...
The Business Growth Podcast with Kevin Miller
Bob Cheek is a former politician, published author and successful businessman. At 65 years old, when most people are looking towards retirement Bob found himself running a small local gym at a loss. On a whim and desperate for change he booked himself a flight to the US after identifying an opportunity in a fitness magazine. Fast forward 8 years, Zap fitness and the 24/7 gym concept was introduced in Tasmania. 37 Gyms, 30,000 members and a business eventually sold for over $50 Million dollars...