The People behind the BFS Network
THE BFS EXECUTIVE TEAM

Julian Barnes
co-Founder & CEO, the bfs network
- Advises founders & executives on growth strategy, profitability, and operational innovation, helping them build scalable, sustainable companies.
- Led marketing teams at Velocity Sports Performance and Oasis Day Spa in NYC
- Attorney at Merrill Lynch and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft
J.D., UNC at Chapel Hill School of Law
B.A., Tufts University

Nt Etuk
co-Founder & Chairman, the bfs network
- Founder & CEO of FitGrid, a a ground-breaking communication and connectivity platform for boutique fitness
- Founder & Executive Chairman of DimensionU, creator of award-winning 3D educational video games
MBA from Columbia Business School
Beta Gamma Sigma, and Heffernan Award recipient
B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Cornell

Mia Bjorkroos
cOO, the bfs network
- Former Director of Education & Global Business Development at Piloxing, expanding training programs to over 90+ countries.
- Educated 2,000+ fitness professionals and master educators across 20+ countries
B.S. in Kinesiology from California State University Northridge
13+ Vocational Fitness & Wellness Trainings
13+ Vocational Fitness & Wellness Trainings
THE BFS ADVISORY TEAM
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Becky Cerroni
- Advisory leader for healthcare, fitness, and wellness businesses and their software platforms
- Leads Front Row CEO LLC with a record of driving growth and operational excellence
- Former President and CEO of PE-backed GoSaga, Inc.
- Has led brands including LYMBR, Tone It Up, VIO Med Spa, and XPT Recover
- Former CEO and Co-Owner of JoyRide Cycling + Fitness
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Jennifer Maanavi
- Growth-focused entrepreneur, fractional leader, and advisor with 20+ years in wellness and fitness
- Co-founded Physique 57 and scaled it into a global boutique fitness and media brand
- Proven track record driving revenue growth, operational efficiency, and premium client experiences
- Partners with founders to streamline operations, increase revenue, and develop strong leadership teams
- Sought-after speaker and Columbia Business School guest lecturer featured in leading media outlets