Doug Leonard

Andrew Matthews

With nearly two decades of experience in the fitness and well-being industry, Andrew brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation on workplace wellness. Starting his career as a personal trainer and swim coach, he built a deep understanding of individual health journeys, later contributing to leading organizations like Plus One Fitness, and Exos. This foundational experience in fostering personal vitality underpins his holistic approach to employee well-being.

For the past nine years, Andrew has been instrumental in scaling Google's Health and Performance(H+P) program from a handful of locations to over 100 in more than 40 countries. In his current role, he leads the H+P team focused on developing and launching comprehensive programs focused on various aspects of health, ultimately enhancing the vibrancy and sustainable productivity of Google's workplaces. His unique insights into demonstrating the return on investment (ROI) from these initiatives are invaluable for companies looking to strategically invest in their most vital asset: their employees.

Bill Bourque

Melanie Strong

Mel started her career as a first-grade teacher and journalist. A chance meeting at the Boston Marathon led to an interview for an entry level job at Nike. She spent 17 years there, where she led businesses including Nike Women and Nike Skateboarding, and worked on the launch of the Nike Running and Training Club apps. In 2019 she left Nike to co-found venture capital firm NEXT VENTURES, focused on early-stage investments across health and wellness in companies like Oura ring and Outside. She serves on the boards of Cofertility, Ramble Campgrounds, Sage Hospitality, University of Oregon’s Knight Campus, Outdoor Afro and USA Cycling — and when she’s not traveling you can find her mountain biking on the trails in Hood River Oregon.

Tracy J Sims

Tracy Sims is Executive Director, Cardiometabolic Health Corporate Affairs at Eli Lilly and Company.  He leads health system analysis and policy modernization efforts for chronic diseases including obesity and diabetes.  Tracy’s role includes real-world evidence research, and he has authored papers in both obesity and diabetes care. He is an ex-officio member of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine serving on the Roundtable On Obesity Solutions. Tracy holds a Master of Arts in Sociology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

John Meloun