Health, Wellness, & Fitness Exhibition Event
UPLVFT LA 2024
AUGUST 19TH & 20TH
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We are dedicated to highlighting businesses that have a significant impact on the Health, Wellness, & Fitness industry. UPLVFT vendors get to showcase their brand, gain valuable exposure, & connect with the community and other industry professionals. The perfect platform to launch new products/services, and foster collaborations.
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Empowering individuals to access the essential resources, products, and provisions they need to enrich their Health, Wellness & Fitness journey. Aiming to raise awareness about important topics in the industry, foster mutual inspiration, and ignite a shared passion among the community.
UPLVFT PANELISTS
Paniz Radmard
Founder/Director of UPLVFT, Certified Personal Trainer, & Athletic Coach
Paniz Radmard is the passionate founder of UPLVFT, a visionary entrepreneur who has dedicated her life to transforming the health and wellness industry. With over a decade of experience as a personal trainer, Paniz understands that training is more than just physical exercise—it is an exchange of energy that uplifts individuals and empowers them to live active, fulfilling lives.
Inspired by her unwavering commitment to helping others, Paniz established UPLVFT in 2020 with a clear purpose in mind—to create a physical space where she could continue to make a positive impact on people's lives. However, her vision was temporarily put on hold due to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent restrictions.
During this unforeseen pause in her entrepreneurial journey, Paniz focused on her career as an accountant. Little did she know that life had a different plan for her. In March 2022, she suffered a devastating accident that caused a severe head injury, including a minor stroke and a condition known as Bell's palsy. This life-altering event shattered her world in multiple ways.
Paniz's injuries presented numerous obstacles. The inflammation in her body prevented her from engaging in intense physical activity, exacerbating her condition. Additionally, she experienced memory loss, blurred vision due to a stage 2 concussion, and a 40% hearing loss in her right ear. Furthermore, she developed chronic idiopathic urticaria, an autoimmune disorder, due to the high levels of stress and anxiety stemming from the accident.
Suddenly, the once vibrant and energetic trainer found herself in a state of depression, self-consciousness, and hopelessness. Refusing to accept a sedentary lifestyle, Paniz's competitive nature ignited a relentless determination to prove herself. She temporarily deactivated her social media accounts to prioritize her mental health and explored alternative avenues to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. Yoga, sauna therapy, cold plunges, meditation workshops, athletic therapy, acupuncture, cupping, and vitamin therapy became her allies in the pursuit of vitality.
Remarkably, these unconventional approaches not only improved her mental well-being but also alleviated 90% of her hives, mitigated her concussion symptoms, and restored her facial mobility. The journey introduced Paniz to remarkable individuals and businesses that she would not have encountered otherwise. It was during this transformative period that she realized the true essence of vitality.
Thus, the mantra for UPLVFT was born—"where strength and vitality is unified." With gratitude for the invaluable support she received, Paniz returned to the gym, reclaimed her confidence, and emerged stronger than ever. Now, she is determined to give back to the community that helped her through her darkest moments.
UPLVFT has evolved into an exhibition event that brings together a network of cherished relationships with local businesses and other deserving entities within the health, wellness, and fitness industry. Paniz seeks to bridge the divisions that exist among various components of health and fitness by fostering a sense of community around this shared passion. Whether one is a yogi, naturopath, or bodybuilder, the underlying passion remains the same. Paniz firmly believes that uniting physical strength and vitality is paramount in every individual's journey.
By building a community of businesses, practitioners, resources, and fitness advocates, Paniz aims to combine their talents, skills, and services to better serve the industry and those in need. Her ultimate goal is to inspire even a single person to live a life where both strength and vitality are present, to provide resources to those lacking access, and to cultivate a supportive environment where everyone can network and share their stories.
Paniz Radmard's story is one of resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment to her purpose. Through UPLVFT, she is transforming the health and wellness industry, fostering a sense of unity, and empowering individuals to embrace a life where strength and vitality go hand in hand.
Anji Saad
Founder of Redefined, Business Strategist, and Empowering Keynote Speaker
Anji is a trained strategist dedicated to redefining the power of inspiration and empowering people to unlock and build their best version. With a strategic mindset and in-depth understanding of business dynamics, she partners with organizations and individuals to drive transformational change and cultivate sustainable advancements.
Inspired by the understanding that unexplored potential exists in every organization, she specializes in guiding businesses and individuals on a transformative journey to uncover their unique strengths and harness their full capabilities. By leveraging a unified methodology to strategy development, Anji helps clients align their purpose and create a synergistic effect between their driving force and the strengths that navigate their services and products.
Anji is the founder of Redefined, a company specializing in leadership, personal growth, business planning and strategic execution. With years of international experience in diverse industries and a versatile array of analytical frameworks, she empowers clients to challenge conventional thinking and envision new possibilities. Through collaborative partnerships and actionable roadmaps, she guides clients and provides the tools and insights needed to identify growth opportunities, mitigate risks, and navigate complex business landscapes.
Known for consistently delivering exceptional outcomes, Anji has guided numerous organizations, from startups to established enterprises, as they redefine their path to success and formulate a resilience to future challenges. In recognition of her expertise, she was invited as a Digital Hub Speaker on 5G’s potential for broadcast at the renowned CABSAT Expo held at Dubai World Trade Center. She has also worked with government entities in developing new strategies for the Covid-19 Home Isolation and Sterilization Program during the widespread challenges brought on by the pandemic.
Ricky Lee
Co-Founder of Prepshops, devoted Personal Trainer & Health Advocate
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Hadisa Homayoun
Founder of Central Commercial, Powerful Business Consultant & Holistic Healing Advocate
Hadisa's journey has been guided by a deep-rooted passion for science, holistic health, naturopathy, and the transformative power of healing. From an early age, her innate curiosity and sensitivity led her to explore alternative approaches to well-being, as she often reacted adversely to chemicals and medications. Intrigued by the medical field and driven by a desire to understand why doctors recommend certain treatments, Hadisa delved into extensive research on the decision-making process behind medical recommendations. This exploration became an integral part of her holistic approach to healing, as she sought to bridge the gap between traditional medicine and alternative practices. While her professional path eventually led her to become a skilled business consultant specializing in business loans and commercial real estate, her true calling has always been centered around healing and introducing others to new paradigms of wellness. With an unwavering commitment to holistic practices, Hadisa has dedicated herself to sharing her expertise and empowering individuals to embrace alternative methods for achieving optimal health and vitality. Through her unique perspective, deep understanding of medical recommendations, and vast knowledge, she has become a beacon of inspiration, offering invaluable insights that encourage positive transformations and pave the way for a healthier, more balanced life.