Retrofit (company)
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Weight management, Health and fitness |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Founder | Jeff Hyman |
| Headquarters | Chicago , United States |
Area served | Business professionals, Corporate wellness programs |
Key people | Jeff Hyman (Founder) |
| Products | Weight loss programs, Virtual consultations, Wellness coaching |
Number of employees | (Tripled in first two years; exact number not specified) |
| Website | www |
Retrofit is a Chicago-based weight management firm catering to business professionals. The company utilizes advanced technology to facilitate weight reduction and monitor client progress, employing tools such as Skype for virtual consultations, along with Wi-Fi-enabled scales and Fitbit devices. Its multidisciplinary wellness team comprises a registered dietitian, an exercise physiologist, and a behavior coach, focusing on nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral modification.
Success is evaluated by the percentage of body weight lost after twelve months, with the firm reporting that over 90% of its active participants achieve weight loss.
History
Established in 2011 by Jeff Hyman, Retrofit was born from his own weight gain challenges. Following two years of collaboration with dietitians, nutrition experts, therapists, and medical professionals after attending a weight loss retreat, he launched the company.
Growth
Within a span of two years, Retrofit expanded its staff threefold and attracted clients such as Accretive Health, Dolby Laboratories, Salesforce.com, and former members of the NFLPA. The company secured $10.7 million in funding from investors including J. B. Pritzker, Larry Levy, and Draper Fisher Jurvetson.
In 2013, Retrofit organized a nationwide competition that awarded $300,000 worth of services to VISTA Staffing Solutions based in Salt Lake City. Additionally, in 2012, it was recognized by TechCrunch as one of the 50 Hottest Health And Fitness Apps.
Program
Retrofit provides customized weight loss solutions designed specifically for busy professionals, frequently incorporated into corporate wellness programs. Each participant collaborates with a dedicated team consisting of a dietitian, exercise physiologist, program manager, and behavior coach. Communication takes place online through platforms like Skype, while progress is monitored using electronic devices such as Fitbit trackers and Wi-Fi scales.