Chief Executive Officer

June 7, 2008

Company Overview: Kinetix provides individuals with all of the tools and support they need to get and stay in the best shape of their life. Fitness, Nutrition and Community are the pillars of the program. Kinetix is an exciting and dynamic company looking for a team player who is willing to roll up their sleeves and help us change the lives of our clients. Our focus is on helping corporate clients provide their employees the tools they need to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle which will ultimately result in lowered health care costs and increased employee satisfaction. In addition to coaching and support offered in the fitness pillar of the program, we offer food products and nutrition guidelines. All of this is supported by a vibrant community of individuals living the Kinetix program.

Position Overview: This high profile position demands an executive team member that first and foremost provides effective leadership and institutes innovative management systems to support rapid growth. Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company, the CEO will also work closely with communities, industry consortiums, government and corporate advocates, venture capitalists and investors. He/She will serve as a mentor and ensure that Kinetix Living attracts top talent that will be instrumental in shaping the culture of the organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the new CEO will shape and execute Kinetix Living’s strategy, providing leadership and focus to grow the company.

Ideal Professional Experience:

Leadership: Previous CEO start-up experience, successfully growing a company from less than $5M in sales to $100M in three to seven years. Prior success establishing a new category, market segment and service/ product line. Give reliable and meaningful direction and leadership toward the achievement of the company’s vision, mission, strategy, and its annual bold steps and quarterly key objectives as to sales quota, business development milestones and product advancement. Serve as a mentor to the entire team, providing for professional development as needed.

P&L Responsibility: Will have had prior P&L responsibilities in excess of $30M and revenue responsibilities in excess of $50M or more, in a fast growth environment. Demonstrated ability to execute against critical metrics including revenue, profitability, cash positions, EBITDA and ROI for new initiatives.

Sales and Distribution: Experience building both direct and indirect sales channels domestically. Execute and deliver on all sales and distribution goals. Experience selling to senior executives of Fortune 1000 companies. Has the personal creditability to gain access to senior executives.

Sector Expertise: Prior experience and domain expertise in the health and wellness, nutrition or exercise sectors is beneficial.

Board Administration and Support: Supports the operations and administration of the company by interfacing between the Board of Directors, the Kinetix Living team and partners with the Founders to effectively communicate the vision of Kinetix Living.

Product, Program and Service Delivery: Lend vision to product design and development, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of products, programs and services.

Business Expansion: Lead capital raising efforts as required. Experience raising capital within the venture capital community, a strong plus. Proven M&A expertise including ability to lead successful company acquisitions and integrations.

Fiscal Management: Recommends yearly budget for Board of Director approval and prudently manages organization’s resources within those budgetary guidelines.

Recruitment of Team Members: A successful track record hiring “A” players for key positions throughout the organization.

Human Resource Management: Effectively manages the human resources of the organization according to personnel policies and procedures. Establish a high performance, high integrity and customer oriented culture.

Community and Public Relations: Assures the company and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image.

Profile of Attributes:

• A dynamic and charismatic person with a passion to build a company and high-performing teams.
• A style compatible with an early stage company who knows how to get things done quickly with minimal resources.
• A willingness to form a strong alliance and respectful partnership with the Founders.
• Preferably a career track that includes both large and small corporate environments and at least one or more early-stage companies.
• An individual with a hands-on, roll-up your sleeves, entrepreneurial style who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• A motivational leader rather than an administrative manager. Fosters a creative, performance-oriented culture. Knows how to have fun!
• A leader who combines a strong sense of self with the ability to remain open to others opinions and ideas. Confident in your convictions and possess a high level of personal integrity.
• Exceptional listening and interpersonal skills and persistence in managing through tough situations.
  Posses an undergraduate degree and likely posses an MBA.

A rewarding compensation package to include an attractive base salary, performance bonuses and equity in the form of stock options and/or direct investment. Contact: Gina Peckman, Dynamo Recruiting 800-617-3475.

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