Steve Kass founded American Leisure in 1967. Under his leadership the company has grown to become an internationally recognized leader in the design and operation of spas, fitness centers, and other lifestyle and recreational facilities.

Although American Leisure has grown dramatically in size and stature, Steve maintains the same operational philosophy with his hundreds of employees as he had when American Leisure was a three-man operation; a belief in strong, personal management. "Creativity, space-use effectiveness, innovative programs and providing impeccable service to our clients can only be maintained by concerned hands-on day to day management."

Steve is a highly motivated speaker and frequently lectures and conducts seminars at leading industry trade shows. He recently received the Leisure and Recreation Leadership Award from Niagara University's College of Hospitality and Tourism Management for his outstanding contribution to the hospitality and tourism industry.

Steve holds a Masters Degree from Queens College, C.U.N.Y.

Wendy Bosalavage has over twenty years of experience in the lifestyle industry, including fitness, spa and wellness. Wendy�s hands on approach has been instrumental in assuring that American Leisure�s clients goals are met with success in the areas of staff recruitment, development, training, sales, marketing, operations, branding, and customer service.

Wendy is a founding member of the Medical Spa Society, and is the immediate past president of The Day Spa Association. She is also a corporate director of the Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa and Day Spa located in California.

Wendy is a graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City.

Terri Wiezycki is an Executive Vice President for American Leisure responsible for the conceptualization and development of fitness centers, spas and lifestyle centers. In addition, she heads up and manages new business development, sales and marketing and American Leisure's internet development.

Terri is a member of the International Spa Association (ISPA) and is a contributing writer to many industry publications.

Ms. Wiezycki joined American Leisure in 1986 as Assistant Manager of Towers Country Club in Floral Park, New York.

Aimee has extensive experience in the health and fitness industry managing corporate, residential and commercial locations. She began her career in 1989 as an Exercise Physiologist at a NYC executive fitness center.

In 1996, Aimee became the General Manager of American Leisure's flagship commercial site located in the renowned Le Parker Meridien Hotel.

Aimee joined Crunch Fitness International in 1998 as a General Manager and was quickly promoted to National Manager of Training & Recruiting. In this position, Aimee researched, developed and implemented new and on-going training for an employee base of 2,000.

In 2006, Aimee returned to American Leisure as the Executive Vice President of Operations. She is responsible for the direction of all district managers and supervisors who monitor the day to day operations of sites that American Leisure manages, owns, and operates.

Aimee received her B.A. in Physical Education and Sport from Indiana University of PA. While pursuing her degree, she completed an internship at USA Today's corporate fitness center in Rosalyn, VA. Aimee also holds a M.A. in Physical Education, Sports and Fitness Management from New York University.

Maureen Fletcher brings over 25 years of expertise to the health, wellness and spa industry. Her background includes extensive experience in finance, management, retail and spa development. This includes business start-up, sales and marketing, operations and product/ treatment development. Maureen has an excellent track record in the ability to facilitate close working relationships with clients and colleagues. In her career she has consulted with many firms through out the country and Europe. She has also held high level positions with such companies as Clarins USA and Soliv International.

Maureen consistently helps American Leisure’s clients expand market share, maximize top and bottom line growth by focusing on market opportunities, implementing a strong product and marketing strategy, and ensuring a concise, well communicated operational infrastructure, maximizing personnel resources, maintaining high standards of service, and adjusting to the changing dynamics of the marketplace.

Currently and for eight years Maureen has served as a Corporate Director for Glen Ivy Hot Springs and Day Spas in southern CA. She is a member of the International Spa Association (ISPA) and past Advisory Member of the Day Spa Association.

Beth Caplan is the Chief Financial Officer of American Leisure. Beth began her career as a auditor for Laventhal & Horwath, at the time one of the country's top ten accounting firms, with a strong emphasis on the hospitality and real estate industries. While there, she specialized in the audits of publicly held companies.

Prior to joining American Leisure, Beth worked as a Business Manager. Her clients included many high net worth individuals, primarily in the entertainment, hospitality and health care industries. Her financial responsibilities have provided her with strong insights in cash management and her dealing with such high profile clients has made her sensitive to all aspects of financial management, planning and reporting.

While at American Leisure, Beth has played a key role in the further development of the commercial financial department. Her financial and budget experience provides her with strong insights into all aspects of effective corporate management and spa management.

Beth is a Certified Public Accountant with a Business Degree from Bernard H. Baruch College.

Don Amblo has been in the fitness and lifestyle industry for over 20 years. He joined American Leisure in 1995 and currently oversees American Leisure's club portfolio. Working with a dedicated team of Area Supervisors, Don ensures that the American Leisure "Family of Clubs" is maintained in a first class manner.

Don develops and maintains American Leisure's educational programs for the company's management staff and nationally certifies all of American Leisure�s club managers as Pool Operators.

Don has a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and attended Queens College on scholarship for Exercise Physiology. Don is a Fitness Instructor for the American College of Sports Medicine, and is a certified CPO instructor for The Professional Pool and Spa Association along with his other certifications with the National Swimming Pool Foundation and the New York City Department of Health.

Joann Patrello brings to American Leisure twenty-six years of experience in Property Management.

Joann is knowledgeable in all aspects of residential and commercial property management. Joann has extensive background in Co-op, Condominium and rental properties.

Her skills have enabled her to be chosen to work for the F.D.I.C. on a three million dollar re-habilitation venture of a luxury hi-rise building in Fort Lee, New Jersey. Joann's success in New Jersey has been featured in the Bergen Record Business Review.

She has also been commended by the borough of Fort Lee on her ability to abate and correct violations in record time and put into place planned preventative maintenance activities.

Joann has an outstanding record in maintenance/rent collection as well as Court Litigation procedures.

Joann holds a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Business Management and Marketing.

Robert joined American Leisure in June of 2005 as the Area Supervisor of the prestigious Trump Place properties on Riverside Boulevard in Manhattan. He was promoted to Vice President of Operations and Special Projects in 2006.

Robert has over 12 years of experience in the fitness and lifestyle industries as a General Manager with market leading companies such as The YMCA of Greater New York, New York Sports Clubs and Equinox Fitness.

In his current position he focuses on development, marketing and sales of specialized lifestyle products and maintaining a strong management group by developing core operating principals.

Robert holds BFA from Florida State University and a MA from the University of Minnesota. Additonally, he holds national Personal Trainer certifications from American Council on Exercise and National Academy of Sports Medicine.

Mike joined American Leisure in 2001 as an Area Supervisor and has established himself as a true asset to the company. Mike is directly responsible for overseeing 10 of the over sixty facilities American Leisure operates in New York City. Mike�s primary role is to assure that all facilities and staff are operating in accordance with American Leisure's standard of excellence.

Mike�s background is diverse and he brings over 12 years of experience in the fitness industry. Mike is an expert personal trainer, swim instructor, and Certified Pool Operator.

Mike graduated from Herbert H. Lehman College, with a degree in Economics and Business Management.

Jason D’es Verney joined American Leisure in January of 2006 in the position of Lifestyle Center Manager and was quickly promoted to District Manager.

Jason brings over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness Industry. His extensive background includes start ups as well as multi-club supervision in commercial and residential markets. Prior to joining American Leisure, Jason worked with the Bally’s Organization for ten years, as well as with New York Health & Racquet Clubs, CanDo Fitness and Sports Fitness & Fun.

Jason’s expertise in instructional fitness, Personal Training courses and management and service training has been instrumental in his success in the lifestyle and fitness industry.

Jason’s educational background includes Computer Science and Aviation Avionics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He holds certifications in a wide variety of areas: American Academy of Fitness Professionals – Post Rehabilitation Conditioning Specialist, American Red Cross - Professional Rescuer, NYC Department of Health – Certified Pool Operator, along with certifications from Nautilus Equipment Company, Reebok and Bally’s. Jason is also a regional Aerobic National Champion.