Michael Brunk
Chief Executive Officer
With over 20 years of leadership in health, wellness, and recovery services, Michael has built a career focused on driving operational excellence, launching successful startups, and delivering impactful programs. As the Chief Market Officer at Paramount Wellness Retreat, he played a pivotal role in establishing a 36-bed substance use treatment facility from the ground up. He developed and implemented strategies that elevated brand recognition, built vital community partnerships, and positioned the facility as a trusted provider of care. These efforts not only led to a thriving treatment center but also created meaningful pathways for countless individuals to begin their recovery journeys.
Michael's operational expertise was honed in leadership roles overseeing large, full-service wellness facilities such as Healthtrax Fitness and Wellness, LA Fitness, and Equinox Fitness.
He successfully managed complex operations, driving membership growth, program innovation, and exceptional client experiences. His leadership has always emphasized building relationships—whether designing wellness programs for entire communities or working one-on-one with clients to help them achieve their personal goals. This hands-on approach has given him a unique understanding of the challenges people face and how to support them through life-changing transformations.
His commitment to Pathfinder Recovery is deeply personal—after losing his brother to substance use disorder, he dedicated himself to creating a solution where others can find hope, healing, and lasting recovery.
By combining cutting-edge telehealth technology with a compassionate, client-centered approach to deliver innovative and accessible care, Michael believes countless lives can be saved.
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