The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), the global leader in fitness and wellness education and certification, announced the hiring of Warren Heffelfinger as its new CEO.
Heffelfinger joins to lead the next chapter of ISSA’s growth as it expands its presence in professional education for fitness, wellness and health professionals. Andrew Wyant, who has served as CEO since 2018, will assume the role of chief growth officer, leading the sales, marketing and business development functions of the business and will remain as a director on the board.
Most recently CEO of Ingenio, a wellness-focused PE-backed platform, for more than a decade, Heffelfinger brings extensive experience in building, scaling and acquiring businesses in this area. Further, his passion for fitness and education, aligns seamlessly with ISSA’s mission to empower fitness and wellness professionals around the world.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Warren as CEO to continue elevating the ISSA vision of bringing healthier living to 100 million people by 2030,” said Wyant. “Warren’s expertise and commitment to excellence make him the perfect fit to lead ISSA. I’m excited to work closely with him on our continued expansion in fitness and wellness.”
Heffelfinger shared his enthusiasm about the new role, stating, “I’m honored and excited to lead ISSA, an organization that I have admired from a distance for many years. I look forward to building upon the foundation laid by Andrew and the team, driving innovation, and continuing to elevate the standards of fitness and wellness education.”
The appointment of Heffelfinger comes at a time when the fitness industry is evolving rapidly, and ISSA is poised to capitalize on emerging opportunities. The organization remains committed to providing high-quality education, certification, and support to fitness and wellness professionals, empowering them to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of individuals worldwide.
