company overview
Stretch*d is the premier assisted stretch experience offering a convenient, customized, feel good way to improve health for people of all walks of life. The company currently has one location (soon expanding to two) where clients are able to be stretched by a certified Stretch*r, or clients can take advantage of the service in the home or office. It was opened in May 2018 by Amanda Freeman (CEO) and Vanessa Chu (COO).
leadership
Amanda Freeman
CEO
Amanda is the founder of Stretch*d and SLT. She also co-founded Vital Juice, the media brand. Prior to that, her background was in trend forecasting. As a chronic desk sitter, a mother of two young children, a former marathon runner and a boutique fitness devotee, Amanda appreciates the value of active recovery. Amanda received her B.A. from Duke University and her MBA from Harvard.
Vanessa Chu
COO
Vanessa is the COO at Stretch*d. She has held senior roles at fast growing retail wellness companies, including Organic Avenue, BluePrint and Project Juice. Prior to that, she worked in investment banking. As a lifelong athlete (gymnast and collegiate diver) and certified yoga instructor, her passion has been in building wellness businesses. Vanessa attended Wellesley College and received her MBA from Columbia University.
investment date
November 2019
Industry
Healthcare
headquarters
New York, NY