#1: Two founders. One crazy idea that wouldn’t let go. In our debut episode, Scott Raymond (real estate developer & community builder) and Warren Gendel (fitness entrepreneur) share the untold story behind Club Evexia—from a chance meeting and early dreams, through COVID, to opening a 21+ wellness club that blends fitness, recovery, co-working, and real community under one roof.
We talk about why “Evexia” (Greek for wellness) became our north star, how we transformed a vacant office built over the water into a light-soaked sanctuary, and the philosophy behind capping membership, investing in best-in-class equipment, and running men’s & women’s groups that help members form real friendships and connections. This is the story behind the space—and the intention behind everything we do.
You’ll hear about:
The founders’ first meeting and the “thinking chair” real-estate moment
Setbacks (2008, COVID) and why adversity shaped our mission
Turning a tech office into a wellness hub by the water
Why we’re 21+, membership-capped, and community-obsessed
The role of group work, workshops, and staff culture in belonging
What’s next: longevity programming, member spotlights, & building our “blue-zone” ethos.