We are thrilled the Active Wellness 2025 Wellness Professionals of the Year. This prestigious award honors team members who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, made a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our employees, partners, and community, and exemplified the Active Wellness Core Values. This year’s recipients have gone above and beyond to promote fitness, health, and wellness, and we’re excited to recognize their incredible contributions.
The 2025 Award Recipients
Kathy Hutchinson | Medical Integration Coordinator Active Wellness Center at Petaluma
Kathy is a visionary in bridging the gap between clinical care and community fitness at our Active Wellness Center club in Petaluma, CA. Her leadership has transformed our medical programming, notably through the launch of the Pedaling for Parkinson’s program and her success with the Exercise RX initiative. Under her guidance, participant completion rates have more than doubled. Kathy is currently leading our Petaluma site toward Medical Fitness Association (MFA) certification, ensuring that exercise remains an essential extension of healthcare.
Brando Caballero | General Manager The Summit at Lantana Health & Fitness Center
Brando exemplifies hands-on leadership at our workplace wellness location in Austin, TX. Whether coaching his staff or personally assisting members on the floor, his commitment to excellence is visible. Brando’s focus on internal mentorship and member engagement has led to impressive growth in membership and personal training revenue. By leveraging technology to enhance operations, Brando ensures a world-class experience for everyone at The Summit.
Shirley Mowery | Director, Adult Enrichment Community Health & Fitness Center
Shirley’s journey from member to leader is a testament to her passion for community building at our community club in the Upper East Side of New York City. Managing a multi-million-dollar business unit in the heart of New York City, Shirley has professionalized the adult enrollment experience by implementing scalable systems and processes. Her work brings structure and purpose to programming that enriches the lives of thousands, ensuring long-term success for her center and its community.
Please join us in congratulating Kathy, Brando, and Shirley! Their work is the living embodiment of our mission to help people live their best lives.
