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The Rise of Zumba: From an Aerobics Class in Colombia to a Global Fitness Brand
TLDR Beto Perez and Alberto Perlman transformed a fusion aerobics class into the global fitness sensation Zumba, overcoming financial setbacks and language barriers to create a brand that promotes joy, music, and community worldwide.
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Beto Perez turned a fusion aerobics class into the global fitness brand Zumba after starting out in Cali, Colombia.
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Beto Perez's Zumba journey began with an unexpected audition in an empty gym that turned into a spontaneous class, leading to an invitation to teach a masterclass in Miami.
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Two childhood friends from Colombia decide to start a business together after realizing the joy and effectiveness of Zumba classes in bringing people together through fun and diverse music, without the need for verbal instructions.
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After facing financial setbacks post-9/11, Alberto Perlman meets with the CEO of Crunch Gym who introduces him to potential investors in Ohio, leading to the birth of Zumba through a creative process of renaming the fitness class.
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Alberto and Beto work on creating an infomercial for Zumba, requiring Beto to learn English with the help of a new business partner named Alberto Aguillon.
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Alberto and Beto faced financial struggles with Zumba until Kellogg's offered a contract, leading them to create the Zumba Instructor Network in 2006.
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Zumba gained popularity during the financial crisis as people sought happiness and extra income through becoming instructors.
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Zumba was discovered as a way to promote music by artists like Pitbull, leading to collaborations with various musicians and reaching 15 million people weekly through classes worldwide.
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Zumba classes have been held in unique locations like the White House and Antarctica, showcasing the global popularity and reach of the fitness program.
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A small-town ice cream entrepreneur in Big Sky, Montana dreams of expanding his business nationally with hopes of competing with larger companies like Mr. Softy and potentially selling his products on Amazon.
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