Lee Hillman is a highly accomplished business executive with extensive experience in management consulting, health and fitness, and corporate governance. Since 2003, Mr. Hillman has been President of Liberation Advisory Group, a private management consulting firm, leveraging his expertise to advise businesses across various sectors. His leadership extends to the health and wellness industry, where he has served as Chief Executive Officer of Performance Health Systems, LLC since 2012, and its predecessor starting in 2009. This early-stage business is known for distributing Power Plate™ and bioDensity® branded specialty health and exercise equipment, showcasing Mr. Hillman’s deep involvement in the sector.
Prior to his current roles, Mr. Hillman held the position of Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Power Plate International (“Power Plate”) from February 2006 to May 2008, and CEO of Power Plate North America from 2004 to 2006. His significant leadership in the fitness industry is further highlighted by his tenure as CEO of Bally Total Fitness Corporation, from 1996 through 2002. During his leadership, Bally Total Fitness was recognized as the world’s largest fitness membership club business, demonstrating his ability to manage and grow large-scale organizations.
Mr. Hillman’s expertise is highly valued in corporate governance, as evidenced by his current and past board memberships. He presently serves on the board of directors of Lawson Products, Inc., taking on the role of lead independent director. In this capacity, he is a member of Lawson Products’ Audit Committee and Financial Strategies Committee and chairs its Compensation Committee, highlighting his strong financial acumen and leadership in corporate oversight. Furthermore, Mr. Hillman is a board member of HC2 Holdings, Inc., where he is involved in the Audit, Compensation, and Nominating/Governance Committees. His commitment to responsible financial management extends to his role as trustee and member of the Audit Committee of Adelphia Recovery Trust.
Throughout his career, Mr. Hillman has contributed his expertise to numerous boards, including HealthSouth Corporation, Wyndham International, RCN Corporation (where he served as Chairman of the Board), Bally Total Fitness Corporation (also as Chairman), and Professional Diversity Network. These roles demonstrate his broad experience across diverse industries and his consistent contribution to corporate leadership and strategic direction.
Mr. Hillman’s strong academic foundation includes a B.S. in Finance and Accounting from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and an M.B.A. in Finance and Accounting from the Booth School of Business of the University of Chicago. His professional credentials include being a Certified Public Accountant, and he previously served as an audit partner with Ernst & Young, underscoring his deep expertise in financial accounting and auditing. Lee Hillman’s comprehensive experience and qualifications make him a highly sought-after independent director and business leader.
