PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Simon Mager has built a diverse and results-driven career spanning sales, operations, business development and leadership across both the fitness and vocational education sectors. He spent the early part of his journey gaining hands-on experience in small studios in Brisbane, before advancing into management roles, leading teams, driving growth initiatives and shaping business strategy. Over time, Simon honed his ability not only to deliver high-performance results, but also to engage and develop people — a combination that underpins his professional ethos.
Current Role at NHFA
In his current role at National Health & Fitness Academy (NHFA), as the Head of Growth, Simon serves as a key member of the leadership team, leading sales and marketing growth. Through his role, he oversees business development, partnerships, and the smooth delivery of programs, ensuring NHFA is positioned to serve its students and partners with excellence. His leadership style emphasises clarity, accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring the organisation remains responsive in a dynamic education and fitness landscape.
Collaboration & Impact
Simon’s collaborative approach has enabled him to deliver significant impact across organisations. He is regularly engaged in partnership development, stakeholder management and team-driven change initiatives. His work emphasises building trust, enabling teams to perform and aligning strategy with strong operational execution. Colleagues describe him as someone who ‘makes things happen’ and who brings energy to transformation initiatives. Through his time in the education and fitness sectors, Simon has demonstrated an ability to balance commercial priorities with values-driven outcomes — enabling growth while building a culture of continuous improvement and personal development.
Personal Touch
Outside the office, Simon remains deeply committed to the world of fitness and active living — which has been a long-standing personal and professional interest. He brings the same level of passion and discipline from his fitness background into his business life: being active, staying accountable and pushing for growth. With a warm and approachable demeanour, Simon enjoys engaging with colleagues, mentoring emerging leaders and building meaningful relationships wherever he goes. He believes that business—and leadership—is ultimately about people, and that real success comes when individuals and teams grow together.
