Francesco Fantasia

Empowering personal trainers and gym-goers with an AI-driven platform to seamlessly design, share, and track personalized workout programs.

Following the success of my first venture, I co-founded Playtrainers, my second fitness-tech startup. The platform was designed to bridge the gap between elite coaching and home-based fitness, allowing users to train with their preferred professionals from any location.

• Market Innovation: Identified and addressed the growing demand for flexible, high-quality remote training solutions.
• Product Strategy: Led the development of a user-centric platform focused on accessibility and personalized fitness experiences.
• Strategic Growth: Scaled the business model by leveraging insights from previous entrepreneurial experiences to optimize user acquisition.

I spent three months in Berlin as part of the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs program. My goal was to expand my international professional network, improve my English proficiency, and sharpen my marketing and communication skills while working alongside an experienced entrepreneur in the city.

While pursuing my degree in Exercise and Sport Science, I conceptualized, launched, and scaled trainerbook.it, a dedicated software solution designed to streamline professional workflows for Personal Trainers. This entrepreneurial venture allowed me to develop high-level transferable skills:

• Leadership & Team Management: Spearheaded a small multidisciplinary team, defining strategic goals, managing priorities, and overseeing end-to-end project workflows.
• Business Development & Negotiation: Directly managed commercial negotiations and B2B contracts, refining my ability to influence stakeholders and drive client acquisition.
• Strategic Communication: Mastered the ability to translate technical software features into clear, value-driven messaging for the fitness industry, bridging the gap between technology and end-users.