Youth Athletes United
Arzu Kaner is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in operations, management, and business development across various sectors, including sports, fitness, and luxury retail. Currently serving as the Regional Manager for NY Metro at Youth Athletes United, Arzu leads initiatives to empower youth through sports. Previous roles include Vice President of Corporate and Franchise Operations at Better Body Bootcamp, where a 20% cost savings was achieved, and Senior Director of National Operations at Town Sports International, contributing to a 20% productivity increase. Arzu has also directed operations for Unique Settings of New York, enhancing retailer engagement, and provided consulting services in hospitality management, delivering substantial improvements in productivity and revenue. Educational qualifications include studies at Istanbul Technical University and Parsons School of Design - The New School.
Youth Athletes United
Youth Athletes United is a group of committed individuals with a team-first approach towards positively impacting children's lives every day. We believe that every kid is an athlete and that we can empower children through sport by teaching them how to have fun while learning the fundamentals. Our core brands have between 15-20 years of best-in-class content and curricula, reaching over 200,000 kids annually, with 280+ locations across 36 states and 2 international units. The overarching mission is to ultimately impact the lives of over one million children every year.