This week, ThriveEDIT launches its new member Q&A series with Andrew Fortuna NT, a business supporting individuals and high performers through clinical and sports nutrition, lifestyle and fitness coaching, functional lab testing and health data.

It is a real-life example of the diverse expertise within the GFSB membership, and a chance to get to know the people and businesses helping Gibraltar’s community work, thrive and perform better.

What does your business do, in one sentence?

Clinical & sports nutrition, lifestyle and fitness coaching, supported by functional lab testing and health data, for individuals with or without diagnosed health conditions, and high performers.

What made you start, join or grow the business?

I identified potential opportunities in conventional healthcare, nutrition, and fitness, especially those dealing with chronic health issues looking to perform at a high level. I felt conventional healthcare often left in people dissatisfied and search for answers to their health concerns. I felt that providing a more personalised, evidence-informed approach could offer solutions, allowing people to better understand their bodies and how perform at their best without sacrificing long-term health, bridging the gap between clinical insight and practical real-world coaching.

What is one thing people might not know about what you do?

I feel people may be unaware that they can promptly arrange any private laboratory test in Gibraltar, or via my partnered labs in Spain, United Kingdom, and USA, without having to endure long waiting times, which can provide answers, greater clarity, personalised solutions, and peace of mind.

What has been your proudest business moment so far?

My proudest moment has been, that despite the Brexit challenges, iv still been able to cut back on advertising costs while still growing my client base through word-of-mouth. This shows that my business is gaining traction organically, with growth driven by expertise, trust and results, rather than marketing spend, which for me is a significant Key Performance Indicator.

What is one challenge you think many Gibraltar businesses are facing right now?

I think uncertainty is the biggest challenge facing Gibraltar businesses right now, especially around long-term planning and the evolving post-Brexit landscape. However, Gibraltar has always adapted through change, and local businesses are resilient and innovative by nature. Challenges often create opportunities to rethink, evolve and grow, that mindset is something I apply constantly in my own business and personal development.

What has being part of the GFSB community meant for your business?

From networking events, talks, meetings and latest updates (Thrive), it’s been a refreshing way of getting to know other members, learn what they and the GFSB have to offer, as well as having had opportunties to raise awareness about the work that I do and how it can benefit other GFSB members and their loved ones.

What’s one connection, opportunity or piece of support you’ve gained through the GFSB?

Being able to make use of the GFSB room hiring facilities has been incredibly valuable to discuss business matters with current or potential clients.

You can get in touch with Andrew Fortuna NT through his website at www.andrewfortuna.com, follow him on X @andrewfortunant, Instagram @andrewfortunant, Facebook at Andrew Fortuna Nutrition Therapy, or connect with him on LinkedIn at Andrew Fortuna NT.

Thank you to Andrew Fortuna NT for kicking off our new ThriveEDIT member Q&A series. We’ll be spotlighting more businesses from across the GFSB membership in the weeks ahead, sharing the people, stories and ideas that make our business community so special.

If you’re a GFSB member and would like to get featured, email editor@gfsb.gi with a few words about your business and we’ll be in touch!