RSG Group expands management: Gerd Schaller takes on new role

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The RSG Group, one of the world's leading companies in the fitness industry, announces the expansion of its management team. As of January 1, 2025, Gerd Schaller, brother of the late founder Rainer Schaller and owner of the RSG Group, will join the management team as the third CEO. Together with Hagen Wingertszahn and Dr. Jobst Müller-Trimbusch, he will actively shape the future of the RSG Group. In his new position, Gerd Schaller will be responsible for the Human Resources and Brand Strategy divisions.


RSG Group erweitert Geschäftsführung: Gerd Schaller übernimmt neue Rolle


"The expansion of the management board was a step that we have been planning for a long time in order to sustainably align the company for the future," explains Gerd Schaller. "I am looking forward to contributing my experience and continuing the RSG Group's success story together with a strong team. Our task will be to further developthe company, implement innovative concepts and inspire people around the world," Schaller continues.


Gerd Schaller brings extensive experience from his previous work on the RSG Group's Advisory Board. His close family ties and deep understanding of the company 's values, corporate culture and strategic goals will enable him to integrate seamlessly into the management team.


With the new management constellation, consisting of Hagen Wingertszahn, Dr. Jobst Müller-Trimbusch and Gerd Schaller, the RSG Group is setting clear signals for the future. The company plans to further develop key business areas such as digitalization, expansion and customer concepts. Recent successes include the modernization offensive at McFIT, which underlines the further development and strength of the brand.


"The RSG Group has always combined its roots with a clear view to the future. It is an honor to be part of this team and to shape the future together with the management and employees," adds Gerd Schaller. The expansion of the management team reflects the company's long-term strategic planning and is a clear expression of its commitment to developing sustainable solutions and ensuring the long-term success of the RSG Group.


About the RSG Group


With more than 4.5 million members in its studios, the RSG Group is one of the world's leading companies in the fitness sector. Founded in 1997 by Rainer Schaller and still family-owned, RSG Group has developed into an internationally active company. Including its franchisees, it employs 10,000 people at over 900 locations and is represented in more than 30 countries. The extensive and future-oriented portfolio comprises 10 innovative brands, including Gold's Gym, McFIT and the JOHN REED Family. The RSG Group is constantly setting new standards and thus ensures that it is an integral part of its customers' active everyday lives.



Source and image source: RSG Group GmbH

Published on: 20 January 2025

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