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Alberto Perlman, Co-Founder and CEO of Zumba Fitness, Joins Just FlexIt™

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Episode Description
Alberto Perlman's journey as the Co-Founder and CEO of Zumba Fitness is marked by ingenuity and perseverance. Facing a challenge in trademarking the word "rumba" due to its common usage in Spanish, Alberto and his team pivoted to the name "Zumba," a term that aptly captures the essence of the dance fitness phenomenon they were creating.

Overcoming obstacles, including legal battles with the trademark office in Mexico, Alberto successfully secured the trademark for Zumba, paving the way for the brand's global expansion. With the trademark in hand, Zumba Fitness launched its innovative fitness program through VHS tapes on television, revolutionizing the way people engage with exercise and dance.

The journey of Zumba Fitness under Alberto Perlman's leadership exemplifies the power of resilience and creativity in entrepreneurship. By turning challenges into opportunities, Alberto and his team transformed Zumba into a worldwide sensation, reaching millions of individuals eager to dance their way to fitness.

In the latest episode of Just FlexIt™, you will enjoy an engaging conversation between the guys at FlexIt and Alberto Perlman. Don't miss this fantastic episode of Just FlexIt™ featuring Alberto Perlman!
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Portrait of Alberto Perlman Alberto Perlman
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