Franchise Owner/CEO

STRIDE Fitness Franchising; Denver (CO); On-site; Full time

Job description

At STRIDE Fitness, you are not stepping into a job. You are building a performance-driven business for your community.

Denver, Colorado continues to grow as one of the most active and health-conscious cities in the United States. The city attracts driven professionals, entrepreneurs, outdoor athletes, and families who prioritize performance, longevity, and an active lifestyle. With a booming economy, a rapidly growing population, and immediate access to world-class outdoor recreation including trail running, cycling, hiking, and skiing, the energy in Denver is undeniable.

What Denver does not yet have is a premium, performance-based strength and cardio (HIIT) studio that combines treadmill interval training, strength work, and a dynamic recovery component in a single intentional experience built around accountability, coaching, and community.

As a Franchise Owner and CEO of STRIDE Fitness in Denver, CO, you would lead a high-growth boutique fitness studio while leveraging proven systems, national brand strength, and operational support. This is an opportunity to build a scalable, multi-unit asset in one of the most active and fitness-oriented markets in the country.

You would operate as the CEO of STRIDE Fitness Denver, driving culture, revenue, and expansion while following a playbook built for results, with an experienced corporate team there to support you every step of the way.

Role Overview

• Launch and lead the first STRIDE Fitness studio in Denver, CO with full P&L responsibility
• Build and develop a high-performance team that delivers an exceptional member experience
• Establish STRIDE Fitness as the premier destination for interval training and recovery in the Denver market
• Capture market share through local partnerships, corporate wellness relationships, athletic communities, and grassroots marketing
• Expand into additional Denver metro territories as performance milestones are achieved

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and lead a results-driven team focused on culture, retention, and operational excellence
• Own studio performance including budgets, KPIs, pricing strategy, and profitability

Growth and Market Development

Build relationships across Denver, from local employers and tech companies to community organizations, run clubs, and performance-focused athletes

Brand Stewardship

Deliver a consistent, high-energy, community-first experience that reflects both STRIDE standards and the active culture of Denver

Multi-Unit Vision

Operate with expansion in mind as the Denver market continues to grow

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Deep knowledge of Denver, CO and a strong local network
• 5+ years of leadership experience in sales, operations, finance, management, or multi-unit environments
• Proven ability to build teams and drive measurable performance
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets or P&L
• Entrepreneurial mindset with disciplined execution
• Intention to launch within 3 to 6 months
• Financial capacity to invest ($200,000 liquid capital minimum & $500,000+ net worth)
• Competitive, growth-oriented, and community-driven

If you believe Denver is ready for a boutique fitness brand that sits at the intersection of performance training and long-term health, and you want to be the person who brings it here, let's connect.