Irina Kapetanakis to Receive the ATHENA Award at the 34th Hermes Expo – Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders
We are excited to announce that Irina Kapetanakis will be honored with the prestigious ATHENA Award at the 34th Hermes Expo on June 25, 2025, at the Grand Marquis in Old Bridge, New Jersey. Irina’s extraordinary journey as a successful entrepreneur and a driving force in the fitness industry serves as an inspiration for women in business worldwide. Her accomplishments highlight her strategic vision, operational excellence, and unwavering commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs in the business community.
Irina brings a rare combination of strategic sales expertise and operational excellence, cultivated through her extensive experience with Fortune 500 companies. She has consistently built environments that support scalable business growth, allowing her ventures to thrive in highly competitive industries.
As an investor and operator in the fitness industry, Irina has played a pivotal role in expanding the Rumble Boxing brand. She launched Rumble in New Jersey, with the Hoboken studio quickly becoming the top-performing Rumble location globally. The success of Hoboken led Irina to acquire four original NYC Rumble studios in January 2024, where she achieved an impressive 200% growth and tripled membership in just one year. Today, her studios are among the top 10 revenue-generating Rumble locations worldwide.
Irina’s commitment to expanding her brand continues with the opening of the Jersey City studio in February 2025 and the acquisition of two Boston-area studios in September 2024. Her leadership ensures that her fitness studios offer dynamic, inclusive experiences and that the Rumble brand continues to grow on a national scale.
Irina’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and exceptional leadership. Her ability to foster strong relationships with over 50 local businesses and create thriving communities is an integral part of her success. Irina’s recognition with the ATHENA Award is a testament to her unwavering dedication to entrepreneurship and women’s empowerment in the fitness and business sectors.
Join us at the 34th Hermes Expo to celebrate Irina’s remarkable achievements and network with leading industry professionals. This event is a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired by an incredible woman entrepreneur who is making a significant impact in her industry.
Event Details:
Date: June 25, 2025
Time: 5 PM
Location: Grand Marquis, Old Bridge, NJ
Tickets: Click here to reserve your tickets
For more information about the 34th Hermes Expo or to register for tickets, please visit www.hermesexpo.com.
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