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'''EXOS''', formerly named '''Athletes' Performance''', is an American company founded in 1999. In 2014 EXOS acquired Medifit Corporate Services, which staffs corporate wellness centers nationwide. The brand names Athletes' Performance and the subsidiary Core Performance were integrated into the brand name EXOS as well.
{{Infobox company
| name = Exos
| former_name = Athletes' Performance
| logo = EXOS-LOGO BLUE RGB.jpg
| type = [[Private company|Private]]
| industry =
| founded = {{start date and age|1999}}
| location = [[Phoenix, Arizona|Phoenix]], [[Arizona]]
| founder = [[Mark Verstegen]]
| num_locations = 66
| num_locations_year = 2018
| areas_served = 21 US states
| website =
}}
'''Exos''' is an American company founded in 1999. Exos is described as a science-driven performance company.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Exos: Elevating Performance Through Science and Innovation {{!}} Mindbody |url=https://www.mindbodyonline.com/business/education/customer-story/exos-elevating-performance-through-science-and-innovation |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=www.mindbodyonline.com |language=en}}</ref> In 2014, Exos acquired Medifit Corporate Services, which staffs corporate wellness centers nationwide. The company was founded by [[Mark Verstegen]] in 1999 and based in [[Phoenix, Arizona]].<ref>{{cite news |first=Jesse |last=Nwoyes |title=Athletes' Performance opens local corporate office |url=http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2008/06/09/daily9.html |work=[[Boston Business Journal]] |date=2008-06-09 |accessdate=June 1, 2009 |archive-date=2008-09-22 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080922123350/http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2008/06/09/daily9.html |url-status=live }}</ref> it has private training facilities in:


* Phoenix, Arizona
The company focuses on proactive health and performance for elite athletes, the military and businesses. <ref>{{cite news |first=Jan |last=Buchholz |title=Athletes' Performance building $10M facility |url=http://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/stories/2008/08/11/story2.html |work=[[Phoenix Business Journal]] |date=2008-08-08 |accessdate=June 1, 2009 }}</ref> Founded by [[Mark Verstegen]] in 1999 and based in [[Phoenix, Arizona]],<ref>{{cite news |first=Jesse |last=Nwoyes |title=Athletes' Performance opens local corporate office |url=http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2008/06/09/daily9.html |work=[[Boston Business Journal]] |date=2008-06-09 |accessdate=June 1, 2009 }}</ref> it has private training facilities in [[Phoenix, Arizona]], Fieldhouse USA in [[Frisco, Texas]]; at [[StubHub Center]] in [[Carson, California]]; the SKLZ headquarters in [[Carlsbad, California]] and at the Andrews Institute in [[Gulf Breeze, Florida]]. The company offers training and nutrition services in [[Raleigh, North Carolina]] and [[Cary, North Carolina]] through a partnership with Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic.


* Fieldhouse USA in [[Frisco, Texas]]
It is a private personalized performance training institute, described by ''[[MLB.com]]'' as "a high-tech fitness boot camp for professionals,"<ref name="autogenerated1">{{cite web|author=Mark Sheldon&nbsp;/&nbsp;MLB.com |url=http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20050407&content_id=1002983&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb |title=Gardenhire has confidence in Ford &#124; MLB.com: News |publisher=Mlb.mlb.com |date=April 10, 2004 |accessdate=March 18, 2010}}</ref> and by ''[[ESPN]]'' as "a sprawling weight room/running track/football field/swimming pool/café/spa."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/print?id=3915395&type=story |title=Headed to the Combine: Aaron Curry and ESPNTheMag.Com (Uh, Separately) |publisher=espn.go.com |date=February 18, 2009 |accessdate=March 18, 2010}}</ref> Training programs can include aspects such as a nutrition program, massages, metabolic tests, cardiovascular work, drills, and aptitude and media training.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://phoenix.bizjournals.com/phoenix/stories/2007/03/12/story1.html |title=Gaining an edge: Tempe company becoming go-to place for aspiring NFL players, top athletes – Phoenix Business Journal: |publisher=Phoenix.bizjournals.com |date=March 9, 2007 |accessdate=March 18, 2010 |first=Chris |last=Casacchia}}</ref>

* [[StubHub Center]] in [[Carson, California]]

* the SKLZ headquarters in [[Carlsbad, California]]

* the Andrews Institute in [[Gulf Breeze, Florida]]

The company offers training and nutrition services in [[Raleigh, North Carolina]] and [[Cary, North Carolina]] through a partnership with Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic.

EXOS Human Capital LLC is a private personalized performance training institute, with an estimated 1001 to 5000 employees and $100-$500 million annual revenue. Their primary competitors include Plus One Health Management, Health Fitness, and Aquila LTD.<ref>{{cite web |author=Account SettingsAccount Settings |url=https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-EXOS-EI_IE777759.11,15.htm |title=Working at EXOS |publisher=Glassdoor |date= |accessdate=2019-06-07 |archive-date=2017-09-22 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170922100654/https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-EXOS-EI_IE777759.11,15.htm |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://pitchbook.com/profiles/exos-profile-investors-funding-valuation-and-analysis |title=EXOS Company Profile: Funding & Investors |publisher=PitchBook |date= |accessdate=2019-06-07 |archive-date=2017-09-22 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170922100427/https://pitchbook.com/profiles/exos-profile-investors-funding-valuation-and-analysis |url-status=live }}</ref>


==History==
==History==
===1999–2000: Founding and incorporation===
===1999–2000: Founding and incorporation===
EXOS was founded as '''Athletes' Performance, Inc.''' in [[Tempe, Arizona]] in 1999 by [[Mark Verstegen]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.bloomberg.com/research/stocks/private/person.asp?personId=30025989&privcapId=29647996&previousCapId=29647996&previousTitle=Exos%20Partners,%20LLC|title=Mark Verstegen M.S.: Executive Profile & Biography - Bloomberg|website=www.bloomberg.com|access-date=2017-11-06|archive-date=2017-11-07|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171107044445/https://www.bloomberg.com/research/stocks/private/person.asp?personId=30025989&privcapId=29647996&previousCapId=29647996&previousTitle=Exos%20Partners,%20LLC|url-status=live}}</ref> The same year, the company formed a partnership with Adidas.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://uk.fashionnetwork.com/news/Adidas-extends-partnership-with-performance-company-Exos,818794.html#.WgBOGN-E5hE|title=Adidas extends partnership with performance company Exos|last=Anyanwu|first=FashionNetwork.com, Obi|work=FashionNetwork.com|access-date=2017-11-06|language=en-UK|archive-date=2017-11-07|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171107004246/http://uk.fashionnetwork.com/news/Adidas-extends-partnership-with-performance-company-Exos,818794.html#.WgBOGN-E5hE|url-status=live}}</ref>
EXOS was founded as '''Athletes' Performance, Inc.''' in [[Tempe, Arizona]] in 1999 by [[Mark Verstegen]]. The same year, the company formed a partnership with Adidas.


===2001–2008===
===2001–2008===
The API [[Tempe, Arizona]] facility opened in 2001, and that same year API began an NFL Combine preparation program for prospective [[NFL]] athletes, training them for the NFL Combine tests.
The API [[Tempe, Arizona]] facility opened in 2001, and that same year API began an NFL Combine preparation program for prospective [[NFL]] athletes, training them for the NFL Combine tests.


In 2003, API opened a second facility in [[Carson, California]], primarily for soccer, tennis, cycling, and track and field athletes
In 2003, API opened a second facility in [[Carson, California]], primarily for soccer, tennis, cycling, and track and field athletes


In 2004 EXOS founder, Mark Verstegen, released his first book "Core Performance. The next year, the company started a relationship with the German National Soccer team in preparation for the 2006 World Cup. In 2006, the company began providing solutions to the United States Military. The company launched CPRO and CPESD products in 2008 and entered an innovation and development partnership with adidas miCoach. From inception until 2008, more than 25 first round picks were API athletes, including 8 each in the 2005 and 2006 NFL Drafts.
In 2004, EXOS founder, Mark Verstegen, released his first book "Core Performance". The next year, the company started a relationship with the [[Germany national football team]] in preparation for the 2006 World Cup. In 2006, the company began working with the United States Military. The company launched CPRO and CPESD products in 2008 and entered an innovation and development partnership with adidas miCoach. From inception until 2008, more than 25 first round picks were API athletes, including 8 each in the 2005 and 2006 NFL Drafts.

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In 2007, a fourth facility was added in [[Gulf Breeze, Florida]], to focus on rehabilitative and performance services.


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In 2007 a fourth facility was added in [[Gulf Breeze, Florida]], to focus on rehabilitative and performance services.
===2009–2017===
===2009–2017===


In 2009, the Core Performance brand opened the first Corporate Performance Center with Google, which had been previously contracted and staffed by Plus One Heath Management and then by Medifit Corporate Service prior. The company was named Fast Company "Most Innovative Company in Sports" in 2011 and rhw EXOS Training Center in AZ was ranked 4 among the top 10 MOST LUDICROUSLY EXPENSIVE GYMS.<ref>https://www.thrillist.com/gear/most-ludicrously-expensive-gyms-and-their-perks-usa</ref>
In 2009, the Core Performance brand opened the first Corporate Performance Center with Google, which had been previously contracted and staffed by Plus One Heath Management and then by Medifit Corporate Service prior. The company was named Fast Company "Most Innovative Company in Sports" in 2011, while the EXOS Training Center in AZ was ranked 4 among the top 10 MOST LUDICROUSLY EXPENSIVE GYMS.<ref>{{cite web |author=Lifestyle |url=https://www.thrillist.com/gear/most-ludicrously-expensive-gyms-and-their-perks-usa |title=Most Ludicrously Expensive Gyms And Their Perks - USA |publisher=Thrillist |date= |accessdate=2019-06-07 |archive-date=2017-09-22 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170922145052/https://www.thrillist.com/gear/most-ludicrously-expensive-gyms-and-their-perks-usa |url-status=live }}</ref> In 2012, EXOS supported training for 60 London Olympic Medalists, including 24 gold medal winners. The same year, EXOS trained 14 NFL 1st round draft picks and supported the LA Galaxy soccer team back to back MLS Cup wins.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.fastcompany.com/3026024/how-a-company-that-trains-elite-athletes-could-help-you-reach-peak-office-performance |title=How A Company That Trains Elite Athletes Could Help You Reach Peak Off |publisher=Fastcompany.com |date=2014-02-05 |accessdate=2019-06-07 |archive-date=2020-08-13 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200813064355/https://www.fastcompany.com/3026024/how-a-company-that-trains-elite-athletes-could-help-you-reach-peak-office-performance |url-status=live }}</ref>


On December 18, 2014 EXOS acquired MediFit Corporate Services Inc.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.teamexos.com/exos-completes-acquisition-of-medifit/ |title=EXOS completes acquisition of MediFit, a leader in corporate wellness &#124; EXOS |publisher=Teamexos.com |date=2014-12-18 |accessdate=2019-06-07 |archive-date=2017-09-22 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170922051341/http://www.teamexos.com/exos-completes-acquisition-of-medifit/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
In 2012, EXOS supported training for 60 London Olympic Medalists, including 24 gold medal winners. The same year, EXOS trained 14 NFL 1st round draft picks and supported the LA Galaxy soccer team back to back MLS Cup wins.<ref>https://www.fastcompany.com/3026024/how-a-company-that-trains-elite-athletes-could-help-you-reach-peak-office-performance</ref>


On April 20, 2017 EXOS extended their partnership with [[Adidas]].<ref>{{Cite web|last=Heitner|first=Darren|date=2017-04-20|title=Why EXOS Extended Its Partnership With Adidas Through 2021|url=https://www.inc.com/darren-heitner/why-exos-extended-its-partnership-with-adidas-through-2021.html|access-date=2021-02-08|website=Inc.com|language=en|archive-date=2022-03-20|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220320203521/https://www.inc.com/darren-heitner/why-exos-extended-its-partnership-with-adidas-through-2021.html|url-status=live}}</ref>
On December 18, 2014 EXOS acquired MediFit Corporate Services Inc.<ref>http://www.teamexos.com/exos-completes-acquisition-of-medifit/</ref>

On July 24, 2015 a Class Action Lawsuit was filed by FRANCISCO FLORES, individually, and on behalf of all others similarly situated against Medifit. EXOS, also referred to as Medift Corporate Services Inc., agreed to pay $1.3 million to settle the numerous labor code and wage and hour violations.<ref>https://topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/lawsuit-news/350132-medifit-corporate-service-inc-agrees-1-3-million-california-wage-hour-settlement/</ref>

In 2017 two more lawsuits were filed against EXOS citing Civil Rights and Employment Discrimination, which are still pending.<ref>https://dockets.justia.com/search?query=medifit+exos</ref>

April 20, 2017 EXOS extended their partnership with [[Adidas]], despite their Worker Rights violations in the garment industry across Indonesia, Cambodia, and El Salvador.<ref>https://www.thenation.com/article/universities-dump-adidas-over-labor-disputes/</ref><ref>http://www.ethicalconsumer.org/companystories.aspx?CompanyId=16850&CategoryId=421</ref>


==References==
==References==
{{reflist}}
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://http://www.teamexos.com/ Official website]


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Latest revision as of 00:27, 20 May 2024

For other uses, see Exos.
Exos
FormerlyAthletes' Performance
Company typePrivate
Founded1999; 26 years ago (1999)
FounderMark Verstegen
HeadquartersPhoenix, Arizona
Number of locations
66 (2018)
Areas served
21 US states

Exos is an American company founded in 1999. Exos is described as a science-driven performance company.[1] In 2014, Exos acquired Medifit Corporate Services, which staffs corporate wellness centers nationwide. The company was founded by Mark Verstegen in 1999 and based in Phoenix, Arizona.[2] it has private training facilities in:

  • Phoenix, Arizona

The company offers training and nutrition services in Raleigh, North Carolina and Cary, North Carolina through a partnership with Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic.

EXOS Human Capital LLC is a private personalized performance training institute, with an estimated 1001 to 5000 employees and $100-$500 million annual revenue. Their primary competitors include Plus One Health Management, Health Fitness, and Aquila LTD.[3][4]

History

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1999–2000: Founding and incorporation

[edit]

EXOS was founded as Athletes' Performance, Inc. in Tempe, Arizona in 1999 by Mark Verstegen.[5] The same year, the company formed a partnership with Adidas.[6]

2001–2008

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The API Tempe, Arizona facility opened in 2001, and that same year API began an NFL Combine preparation program for prospective NFL athletes, training them for the NFL Combine tests.

In 2003, API opened a second facility in Carson, California, primarily for soccer, tennis, cycling, and track and field athletes

In 2004, EXOS founder, Mark Verstegen, released his first book "Core Performance". The next year, the company started a relationship with the Germany national football team in preparation for the 2006 World Cup. In 2006, the company began working with the United States Military. The company launched CPRO and CPESD products in 2008 and entered an innovation and development partnership with adidas miCoach. From inception until 2008, more than 25 first round picks were API athletes, including 8 each in the 2005 and 2006 NFL Drafts.

In 2007, a fourth facility was added in Gulf Breeze, Florida, to focus on rehabilitative and performance services.

2009–2017

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In 2009, the Core Performance brand opened the first Corporate Performance Center with Google, which had been previously contracted and staffed by Plus One Heath Management and then by Medifit Corporate Service prior. The company was named Fast Company "Most Innovative Company in Sports" in 2011, while the EXOS Training Center in AZ was ranked 4 among the top 10 MOST LUDICROUSLY EXPENSIVE GYMS.[7] In 2012, EXOS supported training for 60 London Olympic Medalists, including 24 gold medal winners. The same year, EXOS trained 14 NFL 1st round draft picks and supported the LA Galaxy soccer team back to back MLS Cup wins.[8]

On December 18, 2014 EXOS acquired MediFit Corporate Services Inc.[9]

On April 20, 2017 EXOS extended their partnership with Adidas.[10]

References

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  1. ^ "Exos: Elevating Performance Through Science and Innovation | Mindbody". www.mindbodyonline.com. Retrieved 2024-03-16.
  2. ^ Nwoyes, Jesse (2008-06-09). "Athletes' Performance opens local corporate office". Boston Business Journal. Archived from the original on 2008-09-22. Retrieved June 1, 2009.
  3. ^ Account SettingsAccount Settings. "Working at EXOS". Glassdoor. Archived from the original on 2017-09-22. Retrieved 2019-06-07.
  4. ^ "EXOS Company Profile: Funding & Investors". PitchBook. Archived from the original on 2017-09-22. Retrieved 2019-06-07.
  5. ^ "Mark Verstegen M.S.: Executive Profile & Biography - Bloomberg". www.bloomberg.com. Archived from the original on 2017-11-07. Retrieved 2017-11-06.
  6. ^ Anyanwu, FashionNetwork.com, Obi. "Adidas extends partnership with performance company Exos". FashionNetwork.com. Archived from the original on 2017-11-07. Retrieved 2017-11-06.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  7. ^ Lifestyle. "Most Ludicrously Expensive Gyms And Their Perks - USA". Thrillist. Archived from the original on 2017-09-22. Retrieved 2019-06-07.
  8. ^ "How A Company That Trains Elite Athletes Could Help You Reach Peak Off". Fastcompany.com. 2014-02-05. Archived from the original on 2020-08-13. Retrieved 2019-06-07.
  9. ^ "EXOS completes acquisition of MediFit, a leader in corporate wellness | EXOS". Teamexos.com. 2014-12-18. Archived from the original on 2017-09-22. Retrieved 2019-06-07.
  10. ^ Heitner, Darren (2017-04-20). "Why EXOS Extended Its Partnership With Adidas Through 2021". Inc.com. Archived from the original on 2022-03-20. Retrieved 2021-02-08.
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