Finance
After Dogpound, Jenny Liu’s Next Act Is a $5M Venture Fund for Wellness Founders
Former Dogpound CEO Jenny Liu has launched a $5 million fund to back early-stage wellness, fitness and health brands.
Drybar, Fitness Together Parent WellBiz Acquired by Transom Capital
Transom Capital Group has acquired WellBiz Brands, the franchisor behind brands like Drybar and Fitness Together.
Ultra Lands $11M To Make Nicotine-Free Pouches Mainstream
Already selling one million cans in six months, Ultra offers a healthier alternative to nicotine-containing pouches like Zyn and Velo.
Peloton CEO: Strength Training, Wellness Will Be Key to Brand’s Growth
Peter Stern identified strength training, wellness content and AI as key priorities as Peloton evolves its post-pandemic strategy.
Blk Box Hits $36M in Revenue, Eyes More Growth Amid Strength Equipment Surge
Strength equipment maker Blk Box reported record FY2025 revenue of £27 million ($36M), up 35%, as the brand targets $100M within five years.
ClassPass Parent Co. Playlist To Merge With EGYM in $7.5B Deal
EGYM and Playlist have merged in a mega deal valuing the combined company at $7.5 billion, with $785 million in fresh funding.
Investors Are Pouring Money Into Wellness Startups, Especially Wearables
Fitness and wellness climbed to the third-most funded digital health category in 2025, fueled by investor demand for measurable health data.
Fitness World Canada Eyes Major Expansion, Franchising After $50M Investment
Low-price gym operator Fitness World Canada is pouring $50 million into accelerating its growth, including its first-ever franchise program.
Amped Fitness Gets Investment From Princeton Equity Group, Eyes More Expansion
The low-price gym brand, which counts 35 locations in the southeast and southwest, will look to enter new U.S. markets, focusing on "concentrated metro" areas.
Hapana Raises Another $7M To Fuel Global Growth, Next-Gen Software
Hapana has raised over $24 million in the past two years as it eyes continued global expansion and new boutique fitness software upgrades.
