Job Details

Executive Director

Central Athlete – Austin, TX

About Us

Central Athlete is a leading health and fitness company in Austin, TX, combining individualized coaching, data-driven assessments, and integrated wellness services through our fitness facility and wellness center, Central Health.

Our mission is simple: to help clients live a Life Without Limits by achieving optimal health, performance, and longevity through science-based training, lifestyle strategies, and personalized support.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an Executive Director who excels at the intersection of leadership, growth, and community. This role is perfect for someone who:

• Loves people and naturally builds strong relationships.
• Is deeply connected to the Austin community or excited to become a visible, active part of it.
• Has proven experience scaling small businesses and wants to lead a growing organization to its next level of impact.

You'll oversee operations, inspire and lead our team, and drive sustainable growth for both Central Athlete and Central Health. If you're a strategic thinker who thrives in a dynamic environment and loves helping others unlock their potential, this is your chance to make a lasting difference.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Client Experience

• Lead and manage all inbound leads, ensuring a seamless onboarding journey until each client is paired with the right coach or practitioner.
• Oversee client success at every touchpoint: onboarding, service quality, retention, transitions, holds, and feedback resolution.

Business Operations

• Maintain and refine Standard Operating Procedures and the employee handbook.
• Track and report on KPIs aligned with monthly, quarterly, and annual goals.
• Manage the staff lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, training, performance reviews, and, when necessary, terminations.
• Organize community-facing events and manage external partnership opportunities.
• Send monthly updates to the member community to foster transparency and engagement.
• Manage clients' accounts

Business Development

• Create and execute strategies to expand the client base and diversify revenue streams (e.g., video library, speaking engagements, corporate wellness, digital products).
• Drive the growth and influence of Central Health.

Marketing

• Develop and execute the annual marketing plan.
• Oversee the weekly newsletter and ensure consistent brand voice and messaging across all platforms.
• Deploy a long-form video content strategy.

Meetings & Leadership

• Lead engaging weekly team meetings and as-needed marketing discussions.
• Assign clear action items and ensure accountability for deliverables.
• Meet weekly with the Founder to align on strategy and quarterly objectives, as well as staff KPIs and performance metrics.

Accounting & Compliance

• Review and reconcile accounts monthly.
• Partner with our CPA to ensure tax compliance and adherence to regulations.
• Oversee payroll and HR benefits administration.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of operations or management experience, preferably in fitness, wellness, or boutique business environments.
• Proven ability to scale a small business or startup and deliver sustainable growth.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Natural leader who inspires, motivates, and develops others.
• Community-oriented mindset with a passion for building relationships and partnerships.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, comfortable with ambiguity and experimentation.
• Proficient with Mailchimp, Google Drive, Acuity, and CRM platforms.
• Passionate about health and fitness, a bonus if you actively train or pursue personal performance goals.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: Starting at $70,000

Bonus Tiers:

• Tier 1: $80K monthly revenue = +10% annual bonus
• Tier 2: $100K monthly revenue = +15% annual bonus
• Tier 3: $120K monthly revenue = +20% annual bonus

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Discounted professional coaching from a Central Athlete coach.
• Unlimited training floor and Central Health access.
• Work in an inspiring, wellness-focused environment at Springdale General on Austin's east side.

How to Apply

If you're ready to lead, grow, and make a lasting impact, we'd love to meet you.

If you are interested, please use the link below to submit a formal application.