ABOUT US

MBA, Entrepreneurship & Economics

BS, Marketing, Management & International Business

Mimi is a former competitive table tennis athlete who won two US Open Junior Titles. While training at the US Olympic Table Tennis Center in the 1990s, Mimi helped her father, the US Olympic coach, with operations and athlete program development. This is where she first met her business partner Eric Owens and set the goal to one day open a wellness company in Chicago where optimal muscle health would be the primary focus.

She graduated with a master’s degree from the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business and has a background in management, operations and business development.

Prior to being the co-founder of Delos Therapy and Delos Strength, Mimi spent 5 years working in sales for the high-end personal training company David Barton Gym in Chicago.

BS, Exercise Science 

NSCA - Certified Personal Trainer

Brandon’s journey in the strength and conditioning field began in 2016 as he led youth athlete summer camps at Joliet Junior college. After graduating from Eastern Illinois University, Brandon gained more appreciation educating those in the general population who simply want to move freely and confidently. While he believes optimal training requires maximum effort, there is a fine line between training smart and hard. His training philosophy revolves around an approach of “training for longevity”. In other words, Brandon's goal is to inspire clients to move with no limitations or fear of injury through all planes of motion while sustaining confidence for years to come. 

BS, Kinesiology

ACSM, CPT

Arian began his journey early, training friends, family, and fellow classmates in high school. He then went on to become a crucial member of the personal training team at UIUC while studying Kinesiology. While being there, he worked with many different clients of all ages and body types. Arian understands how to adapt to his client's needs in order to get them the best possible results. More than anything, Arian, enjoys helping people reach their goals and seeing the transformation in their confidence and overall well-being.

BS Computer Science

Minor Philosophy

CSCS - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Byzjon’s fitness journey began as a university student, determined to transform his physique. Starting with calisthenics in his grandmother’s basement, he worked his way up from basic pushups to performing weighted dips using her walker. This humble beginning ignited a passion for training, motivating him to help anyone interested in fitness—from friends and family to fellow gym-goers. Although he holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Byzjon found his true passion in personal training. His holistic approach focuses on not only mastering exercises but also understanding the purpose behind each movement. He tailors every workout to meet his clients' unique needs and goals, dedicating himself to helping them create sustainable lifestyle changes and achieve milestones they once thought impossible.

B.S. Human Physiology

Minor Psychology

ACE - Certified Personal Trainer

Nick has been passionate about sports since childhood, excelling in baseball, basketball, football, and recently discovering a love for volleyball and discus. He earned his degree in Human Physiology from the University of Iowa, where he not only deepened his knowledge but also gained hands-on experience working as a personal trainer at the Iowa City Senior Center. Nick firmly believes that with dedication and a strong support system, anyone can achieve their goals—whether through fitness, sports, or life's many challenges.

MA Sports Performance

BS Exercise

Mike brings over a decade of experience in personal training, working with a variety of fitness organizations before joining Delos Strength.

His dedication to continued education is evident through his certifications in Functional Movement I & II and the Functional Capacity Screen from Functional Movement Systems.

With a passion for coaching, Mike combines his expertise in movement mechanics with an energetic, detail-oriented approach to help clients reach their fitness goals. His years of experience and commitment to excellence make him a trusted guide on every client’s strength journey.

Fun Fact: Before becoming a full-time trainer, Mike spent seven years coaching football and worked as a customer service manager at Texas Roadhouse during my university days!