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About Calibre Corporate
Peak performance starts with people.
Calibre Corporate is built on a simple belief: when people thrive, companies do too. We help organizations unlock peak performance by putting employee wellbeing at the center of workplace culture. Our engaging, high-impact wellness programs are designed to elevate motivation, improve lifestyle habits, and enhance team performance — not just in theory, but in tangible business results.
Through programs and activities that are engaging, inclusive, educational, and rooted in science, we make wellness more than a perk — we make it a catalyst for sustained success.
Why Invest in Wellness?
Boosts motivation, retention & productivity
Companies with comprehensive wellness programs see 41% lower absenteeism and 28% reduced sick leave. -American Journal of Health Promotion
Enhances workplace culture
Organizations with strong wellness initiatives report a 23% increase in employee performance and a 67% improvement in employee satisfaction. -Harvard Business Review
Strengthens your employer brand & CSR positioning
Over 70% of employees and consumers say they prefer brands that prioritize employee well-being and social responsibility. -Cone Communications CSR Study
What we offer
Effective health & wellness memberships tailored for your organization
Bronze
- Weekly fitness class (in-house or partner gym)
- Bi-weekly educational seminars
- In-house wellness challenges
Silver
- Weekly fitness class (in-house or partner gym)
- Bi-weekly educational seminars
- In-house wellness challenges
- Monthly 1:1 employee check-ins
- Team-building events
- Optional Zoom fitness classes
Gold
- Weekly fitness class (in-house or partner gym)
- Bi-weekly educational seminars
- In-house wellness challenges
- Monthly 1:1 employee check-ins
- Team-building events
- Optional Zoom fitness classes
- Special requirement classes (e.g. prenatal, injury recovery)
- Wellness brand collaborations
- PR kits and marketing assets for all events
- Motivational speakers
- Employee rewards scheme
The Calibre Corporate Team
Founder & CEO
Alex Millington
Alex Millington is a high-performance leader and lifelong athlete driven by the belief that wellness unlocks human and business potential. A former professional swimmer with a BSc in Sports Science and Management from Loughborough University, Alex has built a career around performance, discipline, and team success. After competing internationally as a CrossFit athlete and winning the Gov Games three times as part of Sheikh Hamdan’s elite team, he channeled his expertise into building workplace wellness programs that energize teams and elevate performance. Based in Dubai, Alex is passionate about transforming company culture through health-focused, results-driven initiatives rooted in elite sports principles.
Partner
Perry Gardner
Perry is a high-performance coach, entrepreneur, and double World Masters swimming champion who believes that employee wellbeing drives sustainable business success. With a degree in Sports Science and a background as a co-founder of a successful sports club, he blends academic knowledge with the mindset of an elite athlete to deliver results-driven wellness solutions. His leadership includes delivering a flagship swimming event at the NEOM Beach Games in partnership with Wasserman, proving his ability to lead high-impact initiatives at scale. Now based in Dubai, Perry partners with forward-thinking companies to create health-focused cultures that energize teams, reduce burnout, and boost performance through proven principles from elite sport.
Partner
Riley Gonta
Riley is a business strategist with over six years of experience advising corporates and government entities across the GCC on innovation, growth, and capability building. She has worked with organizations such as L’Oréal Middle East, Majid Al Futtaim Group, Dell Technologies, Sharjah Investment Authority, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology of Saudi Arabia, and Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia to up-skill their workforce and innovate business units in preparation for the future of work. A lifelong athlete and advocate for wellbeing, Riley brings the same performance mindset to her work in the health and wellness industry. At Calibre Corporate, she helps companies translate wellness into business outcomes— advocating for programs that strengthen teams, improve retention, and support long-term resilience.
Corporate Advisor
David Millington
An accomplished business leader in the technology sector, with a successful track record of driving growth and performance. He currently leads expansion of the Education Technology business across EMEA and APAC, focusing on strategic channel and distribution partnerships to scale and reach new markets. Throughout his career, David has worked with organisations that value getting the most out of their people, and he is a strong advocate for employee engagement and wellbeing. He actively supports corporate health and incentive programs that encourage staff to perform at their best while maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle. As a dedicated sports and fitness enthusiast, David competes in cycling, running, and triathlon events and firmly believes that a healthy body fuels a healthy mind. David brings this mindset into his leadership approach, energising teams, promoting resilience, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Public Health Specialist
Izabella Blacklock
Izabella is a performance-driven wellness advocate and former British National swimmer with a BSc in Public Health from the University of Greenwich. With over eight years of experience coaching and teaching swimming, she brings a unique blend of elite sport and public health expertise to her work. Her academic background equips her to design evidence-based programs that promote health and prevent disease, while her athletic career has instilled discipline and a passion for empowering others. Now based in Dubai, Izabella is committed to building healthier communities and workplaces by combining human-centered coaching with a deep understanding of population health.
Lead Instructor
Samuel Clark
Samuel Clark is a personal trainer with over a decade of experience helping individuals improve their health, performance, and quality of life. Holding a BSc in Sports Studies and Exercise Science from the University of Ulster, Samuel has worked internationally, including six years as Head Coach in a leading Dubai facility. A CrossFit Level 2 and certified TPI Coach, he brings a deep passion for strength training, golf performance, and evidence-based nutrition. With a background as a competitive athlete, Samuel combines real-world experience and proven training methods to educate and empower clients through long-term, sustainable results.
