Entrepreneur & Wellness Innovator; Co-Founder of SoulCycle & Peoplehood; Chief Experience Officer at WeightWatchers
Julie Rice Biography
Julie Rice is an entrepreneur and community builder whose career centers on fostering human connection and wellness. Before entering the wellness industry, Rice spent two decades as a talent manager, including a tenure at Handprint Entertainment, where she worked with artists such as Selma Blair, Ellen Pompeo, and Justin Long. Her experience in entertainment, with its focus on storytelling, branding, and personal relationships, influenced her subsequent ventures.
Rice co-founded "SoulCycle" with Elizabeth Cutler, introducing a boutique indoor cycling concept that emphasized community, spirituality, and emotional well-being. The first studio opened in New York City, offering amenities, pay-per-class pricing, and instructor-led classes that combined cardio workouts with motivational music and personal development. This approach differentiated "SoulCycle" from traditional gym chains by integrating mind-body wellness and fostering a dedicated community of indoor cyclists. Rice expanded "SoulCycle" to more than 80 studios before selling the company to Equinox.
After "SoulCycle," Rice became chief brand officer at WeWork, where she focused on community engagement, brand strategy, and member experience. She later co-founded Peoplehood with Cutler, a company dedicated to improving communication and relationships through guided conversations. The Peoplehood team collaborated with community leaders, scientists, therapists, and authors to develop best practices for relational health and group connection.
Rice was appointed chief experience officer at WeightWatchers, where she leads the transformation of the global workshop business, emphasizing community, connection, and member engagement. Peoplehood's curriculum and technology were integrated into WeightWatchers, enhancing the company's offerings in wellness and group support. Rice oversees WeightWatchers' global workshop operations, which support thousands of meetings each month across multiple markets. She has also served on the WeightWatchers board of directors and is a board member of The Public Theater. Rice is a keynote speaker on topics including brand building, entrepreneurship, wellness, and the importance of community.
Julie Rice Speaking Topics
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Connected Companies: Building Intentional Community in the Workplace
Business leader and community-building expert Julie Rice explores the transformative power of fostering genuine connections among employees, especially in the evolving remote and hybrid work environments. Drawing on her extensive experience and research, Rice presents a compelling case for why intentional community-building is essential for employee satisfaction and company success.
Rice delves into the significant impact that having just one friend at work can have on employee investment, productivity, and retention. She provides actionable insights and practical strategies for companies to enhance relational wellness among their teams. From creating virtual social spaces and encouraging collaborative projects to implementing mentorship programs and fostering inclusive cultures, Rice offers a comprehensive guide to nurturing a sense of belonging and connection in the workplace. Rice's insights underscore the importance of human connection in the professional realm and provide a roadmap for companies to cultivate an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and connected. Through real-world examples and expert advice, Rice demonstrates how intentional community-building can lead to a happier, more committed, and ultimately more successful team.
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Creating Community: Revolutionizing Marketing Through Connection
Visionary entrepreneur Julie Rice shares her expertise on leveraging community building as a powerful marketing tool to reach and engage consumers in a crowded marketplace. Drawing from her experience in sparking the trillion-dollar wellness trend with SoulCycle, Rice reveals how a community-based approach can not only disrupt existing industries but also create entirely new ones.
Rice provides actionable insights and strategies for businesses to build vibrant, loyal communities around their brands. She demonstrates how fostering a sense of belonging and connection among consumers can lead to unparalleled engagement, brand loyalty, and market differentiation. Through a mix of real-world examples and expert advice, Rice illustrates how companies can harness the power of community to drive growth and innovation. Rice’s message is clear: in today's congested market, the key to standing out and thriving lies in the ability to create and nurture a dedicated community. This conversation provides an essential guide for entrepreneurs, marketers, and business leaders across various industries to build authentic connections with their audiences, turning consumers into passionate advocates and paving the way for lasting success.
Julie Rice Videos
SoulCycle Founder Julie Rice on What She's Doing Differently
Julie Rice is the all-star co-founder of SoulCycle the iconic cycle studio. In about 5 years of building Julie sold her shares to Equinox.
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Julie Rice is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Connected Companies: Building Intentional Community in the Workplace, Creating Community: Revolutionizing Marketing Through Connection, Trailblazing Together: Empowering Women in Business and Entrepreneurship: The Story of SoulCycle. The estimated speaking fee range to book Julie Rice for your event is available upon request. Julie Rice generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ellen Latham, Amy Jo Martin, Sarah Kauss, Jennifer Hyman and Sophia Amoruso. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Julie Rice for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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