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San Diego, Calif., June 24, 2025 — The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has been named a 2025 Winner of the Best and Brightest Companies in Wellness in the Nation, a prestigious honor recognizing organizations committed to advancing health awareness and proactive wellness strategies in the workplace. 

This recognition from the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) underscores ACE’s ongoing commitment to cultivating an environment where employees thrive both personally and professionally, reinforcing its standing as a purpose-driven and people-centered organization. 

“ACE is thrilled to be part of this elite group,” said Amanda Cass, ACE Chief Operating Officer. “We take great pride in fostering a workplace culture that supports physical, mental, and emotional well-being for our team.” 

An independent research firm evaluated the winning companies based on several key criteria, comparing them against other nationally recognized organizations. 

The NABR hosts a series of recognition programs that celebrate excellence in workplace culture, wellness initiatives, and leadership. These include Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Best and Brightest Companies in Wellness, and Best and Brightest CEOs and Leadership Teams. Awards are given at both regional and national levels. 

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About the American Council on Exercise (ACE) 

Since 1985, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) has been the leading non-profit education and certification provider for health coaches and exercise professionals in the United States and around the world. 

With more than 90,000 highly respected certified health coaches and exercise professionals, ACE Certified Professionals are on the ground daily helping people move, stay active and make lasting lifestyle behavior changes to build healthier communities.  

Headquartered in San Diego, ACE collaborates with public health partners to educate people of all backgrounds about the importance of physical activity and other healthy lifestyle behaviors; advocates for public policies to increase physical activity opportunities; and supports scientific research that investigates the efficacy of behavior-change interventions and the effectiveness of exercise practices and trends. Learn more at acefitness.org. 

About the National Association for Business Resources’ Best and Brightest Programs 

The National Association for Business Resources offers an array of recognition programs that celebrate excellence in various aspects of business, including workplace culture, wellness initiatives, and leadership. These programs include the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Best and Brightest in Wellness, Best and Brightest CEOs and Leadership Teams which are presented in several markets that include Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Milwaukee, Nashville, New England, New York, Northern California, Pacific Northwest, Southern California, South Florida, West Michigan and nationally.