Markus Deutsch

Markus Deutsch co-founded Fusion Sport in 2003 and served as CEO until January 2023, during which time the Athlete Management System Smartabase was launched. Deutsch's consulting work began with the New Zealand All Blacks National Rugby team while completing a PhD in Exercise Physiology at the University of Otago. Additional academic roles include lectureships in Exercise Physiology and Strength & Conditioning at Cardiff Metropolitan University and the University of Otago. A sport science consultant for New Zealand Rugby, Deutsch implemented National Fitness Testing protocols across various rugby teams. Presently, Markus Deutsch holds the position of President at Smartabase, part of Teamworks since December 2022. Education includes a PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of Otago and a dual Bachelor of Applied Science/BSc in Exercise Management and Anatomy from The University of Queensland.