A new job posting appeared last week for a “Director of Original Content Development”, who will “maximize our successful class concepts and instructor brands and develop social and series content.”
Misc
Peloton announces $100,000 donation to Asian American Federation
Peloton has announced a $100,000 donation to the Asian American Federation which “marks the start of a partnership and will provide mental health support for those experiencing and witnessing racism.”
Peloton instructor Emma Lovewell to be featured in 2021 Super Bowl Commercial for Scotts Miracle-Gro
Emma Lovewell will be featured in a super bowl ad & commercial for Scotts Miracle-Gro, appearing alongside Martha Stewart, John Travolta and his daughter Ella Travolta, The Office’s Leslie David Baker, NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, and Carl Weathers.
Peloton temporarily pausing Tread sales & delivery in Scotland
Peloton is pausing delivery & sales of the new Tread in Scotland due to new Scottish Government guidance and regulations enacted to fight the spread of COVID-19.
Peloton & Fitbit Issues Reported: Sporadic Connectivity & Sync Issues
An issue with Peloton’s Fitbit integration appears to be causing some people’s workouts to not automatically upload to Fitbit, as well as logging them out.
New York Times Spotlights Peloton’s Delivery & Order Issues
The New York Times has a piece this morning highlighting Peloton’s recent order backlog and delivery delays.
CNBC reports Peloton shipments increased 400% in December
CNBC is reporting that there has been a massive 400% increase in the number of shipping containers containing Peloton items arriving into the US year over year.
Year End 2020 letter from Peloton CEO John Foley
Peloton CEO John Foley is closing 2020 with an end of year letter to members, looking back at new content, new features, as well as social & charity initiatives from the last year.
Peloton temporarily pausing all sales in Northern Ireland due to Brexit
Peloton is temporarily stopping sales of their hardware (Bike, Bike+, and Tread) as of January 1st, 2021 due to Brexit – to allow them to “update our systems and processes.”
Thanksgiving Note from Peloton CEO John Foley
John Foley, Peloton’s CEO, posted a note of thanks to the Peloton Community last night ahead of Thanksgiving.
Peloton manufacturing partner Rexon increasing production & building new factory
Peloton’s manufacturing partner Rexon is keeping increased production levels at least through next summer, and building a new factory as well.
Report: Peloton acquires intellectual property, technology & employees from PeerFit – Corporate Wellness Platform
Peloton has reportedly acquired some technology, intellectual property, and employees from PeerFit, a digital fitness benefits startup.