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About Us:

Contours was established just over 10 years ago in the United States and now boasts many hundreds of studios located across 27 countries. Our unique 29 minute circuit program has been designed for women of all ages and fitness levels to improve their health and wellbeing in a safe, fun and supportive environment.


In Australia, Contours operates under a Master Franchise Agreement. The Master Franchisor (Australasia Franchise Group), based in Sydney with with local representatives in each state where we operate. Our extensive team of experienced business people and fitness industry professionals support the growth of the system and ensuring to maintain the quality and brand standards necessary for a strong franchise system.

Contours opened its first studio in Australia in March 2005 and by October 2009 already has more than 180 operating studios plus more than 20 other territories under development.

Our Team | Our Board
Justin Profile  

Justin Wilshaw

Chief Executive Officer

I am responsible for managing the Contours brand in Australia, I do this through aligning our actions with the 2015 Strategic plan and our annual business plans. I work with my team and our Franchise community to ensure our actions are focused on our strategic plan, and appropriate resources are allocated to achieve its vision.

My experience is in Franchise systems having held positions in some of Australia's most respected franchising brands including Boost Juice, Hungry Jacks and most recently with international caterer Delaware North in the position of General Manager. I have extensive internal and external management training in areas covering operations, strategic planning, change management, intergenerational management, policy development and situational leadership.

 
Susan Profile  

Susan Kalandis

Financial Controller

I am responsible for the management and reporting of all financial, accounting and statutory obligations for Contours. I am constantly striving to improve internal accounting systems and procedures for all Contours stakeholders but most importantly our Franchise Partners.

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Linda Jiang

My main role within the corporate finance team is to assist the Financial Controller with all of Contours financial activities.

I hold a masters degree in engineering, and I am also CPA qualified. I have extensive accounting experience in a variety of industries including retail, wholesale/distribution, Superannunation funds and education. This experience has allowed me to hold positions in the finance teams of high performing companies such as L'oreal, Canon Australia, Kinokuniya and Citysoftware.

 
Regan Profile  

Regan Kempthorne

National Marketing Manager

My team and I are responsible for overseeing the advertising and communications activity for the Contours brand across Australia. To achieve this we communicate our vision and values through a range of media channels to increase brand awareness and encourage brand activation amongst our core target market of women aged 35 - 54 years. Prior to joining the Contours team I worked in a variety of marcomms roles in the not for profit, professional services and franchising sectors. I also hold a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) and Master of Arts in Communications Management.

 
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Paul Bulatao

National Training Manager

I am responsible for developing and delivering training programs to all new and existing Franchisees in the Contours network. I conduct the corporate training, practical fitness training, help support the opening process and other training development franchise support.

My previous employment history has involved working with a number of Australia's leading registered training organisations as the Learning and Development Manager and more recently as the Education Manager with the Fitness Institute of Australia. I have extensive experience with numerous fitness centres as a Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor.

I have completed my Bachelor of Exercise Science, a Diploma in Education (PDHPE) and a Diploma of Weight Loss Practitioner. My certificate qualifications include a Cert IV in Training and Assessment, a Cert III and IV in Personal Training, Les Mills RPM instructor, Thump boxing instructor and Network indoor cycling certification.

 
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Simone Bingham

National Operations Manager

I am responsible for developing the franchisee's businesses by leading and coaching the Franchise Development Managers and National Training Manager, ensuring they are providing operational, training, marketing expertise and support for the franchise network. My primary responsibility will be to ensure the profitability of each franchised studio and overall growth of the Contours member base.

My career at Contours commenced in 2005 in the role of Membership Sales Consultant in a company owned studio. I soon progressed to the position of National Training Manager where for two years, I was extensively involved in developing the Contours Operations Manual and training materials whilst coordinating the opening of 150 studios. Shortly after I assumed the role of Franchise Development Manager for two years where I provided field support to our network of franchisees.

My experience is largely in the fitness industry having held positions in both large scale health clubs and small fitness operations. I have completed a degree in Exercise Science and have had extensive training in management, leadership, sales, and business coaching.

 
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Lynda Alexander

Franchise Development Manager NSW / ACT

I am responsible for developing the Franchisee's businesses by providing training, coaching, marketing expertise and support for our studios in NSW and ACT.

My career started out in the fitness industry holding positions such as, Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and Sales Consultant and well as the Program Manger at the Golden Door Elysia. I have extensive experience in Human Resources where I have coached and mentored business divisions for a variety of organisations including; Qantas, ACCOR hotels and Royal Sun Alliance. I have also run my own small business retire into my own small business 5 years ago when my second child was born.

I am very fortunate to hold this position within the Contours Network, mixing both my passions, the Health and Wellness industry with a business coaching focus. I hold a bachelor of Business, and Certificate III in Fitness and I am currently studying Life Coaching specialising in Wellness & Business.

 
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Belinda Edwards

Franchise Development Manager VIC/TAS

My previous experience is as the National Operations and Training manager advising and mentoring franchisees within a similar network.

I have extensive knowledge in franchising, working closely with franchisee's in all areas of operational strategy and concept, staff training and ongoing development, operational compliance, & supplier relationship management.

 
David Profile  

David Robson

Franchise Development Manager QLD, SA & WA

I have the best job in the world!! I support a growing network of Franchisee's, Managers and staff with everything from business coaching and training to marketing and staff performance

I have a degree in leisure management and over 10 years of senior management health & fitness experience

I have been fortunate to work with market leaders both here in Australia and in the UK including Fitness First, Esporta Health & Fitness, Goodlife Health Clubs and now Contours Australia

The last year has been an exciting and challenging time, I look forward to the future with all that is Contours

 
Lauren Profile  

Lauren Caruana

Corporate Support

My role in Contours is quite diverse. I support and assist our National Training Manager in delivering training to our Franchisee's both in field and in NSW Corporate, I provide support to our Franchisee's in all areas of operations and member enquiries and I assist our Corporate team on a daily basis with special tasks. Before assuming my position as Corporate Support, I worked as a Fitness Instructor and Membership Sales Consultant in a Contours Corporate owned studio, where I progressed to the role of Studio Manager, managing for just under a year.

This experience has allowed a better understanding of Contours operations which will assist in my role. I also have an extensive fitness background with my Certificate III in Fitness and I am currently completing a Bachelor in Sports Science and Certificate III in Nutrition.

I look forward to assisting Contours Franchisee's and the Corporate team.

 
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Holly Boal

Corporate Support - Part Time

My role at Contours is working on Special Projects, that are required by the business, as part of our strategic plan. I have assisted various departments within HQ including Business Development and Marketing. My recent project has been the Local Area Marketing Manual.

My past roles have been for the Boost Juice franchise network, where I held the role as Franchise Business Consultant, responsible for 60 outlets across NSW. This was a very diverse role covering the financial, marketing, operations and training aspects of the business. Prior to this I have worked for Recruitment and Finance companies both in Sydney and the UK.

 
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Rina Vongthongsri

Graphic Design

I am responsible for designing national and local marketing materials which include flyers, signage graphics, posters, corporate stationary, booklets and rich media banners. My role is also to assist the Marketing Manager with artwork quality control and liaison with media agencies and our Web Developer for web design and other graphic elements.

I hold qualifications in Bachelor of Law, Thai Barrister at Law, Diploma of Information technology, Advance Diploma of Multimedia Integration, Certificate III in Graphic Prepress and Prepress trade person accreditation. Prior to joining Contours, I worked as a lead Graphic Designer and Graphic Design & Pre-press Trainer.

 
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Lyndal Sayer

Part Time Graphic Designer

My main role is to oversee the graphic design and layout for Balance Magazine as well as assist the Graphic Designer on a variety of projects.

I posses over 10 years Senior Graphic Design experience and have extensive publishing knowledge. I have worked on many well known fashion, lifestyle and food titles, including; Marie Claire, Vogue Entertaining and Super Food Ideas. Most recently, I held the position of Art Director on the redesign of 'Healthy Food Guide' magazine.

I have a passion for nutrition, health and wellbeing and this role allows me to be surrounded by this whilst utilizing my graphic design skills.

 
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