Tom Pote, co-founder of Pulse, attended Rowan University with hopes of being an All-American soccer player. Four years later he left as an entrepreneur with a degree in health and exercise science. Life takes its own course. Tom’s first endeavor was Mobile Massage, a company created to bring the luxury of the spa massage to the client, which he founded in 2006. In 2007, Entrepreneurs Forum of Southern New Jersey and Miles Technologies recognized him as an Emerging Young Entrepreneur of Southern New Jersey. Tom has a passion to help transform as many lives as he can; whether he’s working with the first-time exerciser or a professional athlete, his goal is to educate, train, and inspire you. He is determined to help you achieve the results you want.
CERTIFICATIONS/DEGREE
B.A in Health and Exercise Science with specialization in Health Promotion and Fitness Management (Rowan University), International Sports Science Association (I.S.S.A) Certified Personal Trainer, and Certified Massage Therapist (Camden County College).
EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND
Tom found his first calling in the fitness industry while working as a personal trainer. He realized what a powerful impact he could have on others’ lives through diet, counseling, and training. Wasting no time, Tom worked as a Personal Trainer for over 4 years for The Firm, Riverwinds Community Center, Fitness Forte and Vanity Health Clubs. After graduating, Tom worked for the University of Pennsylvania. While there he created, Results, a university wide incentive program to promote health and wellness. The program focuses on areas including healthy eating, stress management and fitness and wellness. Looking for a new challenge Tom became the Manager of Summit Sports Training Center’s flagship location in Villanova, PA. Summit gave Tom the opportunity to oversee strength and conditioning contracts with the Philadelphia 76er’s, Saint Josephs’ University, and Episcopal Academy, just to name a few. While there Tom worked side-by-side with his trainers and coaches as they worked with some of the most elite professional athletes from around the country.
EXPERTISE
Creating unique, dynamic training routines. Tom specializes in nutrition counseling, resistance training, cardiovascular training, and healthy lifestyle coaching.
Email Tom at tom@pulsegetsresults.com.
