Simon Thompson is the Managing Director of Anytime Fitness Australia, leading the country’s largest and most inclusive fitness community, with over 630 clubs and more than 780,000 members nationwide. A former Olympian and Commonwealth Games triathlete, Simon brings a unique blend of high-performance discipline, strategic leadership, and genuine passion for people to his role.

With a career spanning elite sport and global business, Simon’s leadership style is rooted in resilience, purpose, and team-first thinking. He has held senior roles with Trek Bicycle and Zwift, and for the past six years has steered the growth and transformation of Anytime Fitness under Collective Wellness Group. Today, he is focused on scaling the brand towards a bold goal of 1 million members, while maintaining a relentless commitment to club quality, member experience, and Franchise Partner success.

Simon’s personal ethos – never leaving room for “what ifs” – drives both his professional and personal life. Whether it’s competing in Hyrox events, meditating daily, or championing high-performing, values-driven teams, Simon leads with humility, clarity, and care. His proudest legacy will be building a brand that empowers every Australian to feel welcomed, supported, and inspired to live healthier lives.