Todd Vande Hei - Stark Naked

“I’ve decided to represent the GenNext Foundation, this year, because of the unique way in which the organization approaches philanthropy.  GenNext engages in ventures to address the root cause of the problem in three categories:  education, global security, and economic growth.  Not only do those categories lead to minimizing poverty’s impact on our community and elsewhere (and all of the social issues it exacerbates), but they also help address a part of the population in most need and most vulnerable—children.  I’m hoping that my part in helping fund GenNext Foundation initiatives will have an impact that’s lasting and not simply fixing a problem we’re facing as a community and nation, right now.” 

Todd  Vande  Hei  is the President, CEO and Co-Founder of Stark (2011), in Irvine and Newport Beach, California.  A national leader in weight loss and sports performance for high achievers, Stark provides a wide range of treatments and fitness services, utilizing science, technology and naturopathic medicine to help clients reach their goals. 

Prior to Stark, he was the President of a publicly-traded manufacturing company called Fabrica, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Dixie Group, where he spent the majority of his career.  Fabrica designs, manufactures, distributes, imports and exports carpet and rugs in Santa Ana, California.  The Dixie Group (DXYN) is based on Chattanooga, TN. 

Todd’s personal interests include spending time with his three children, kitesurfing and hunting.