BIÂN was born from the visionary minds of Kevin Boehm, Joe Fisher, Mar Soraparu and Robb Leone—each bringing a unique expertise and a shared passion for elevating the human experience. United not only by their respective careers, but by a shared personal commitment to vitality, purpose, and community, they created something far beyond a club—it is a living, breathing embodiment of their values and vision for what modern life can become when wellness and connection lead the way.

Conceptualized in 2018 and brought to life in 2020, BIÂN emerged from a deep appreciation for what it truly means to live a vital, meaningful life. Their collective intention was clear: to create a singular space where wellness, hospitality, luxury, community, medicine, and personal growth could coexist in seamless harmony. The result is a first-of-its-kind ecosystem designed to support members in becoming the most empowered, nourished, and connected versions of themselves. With that, the impact is felt by the broader communities and networks.

Our Story

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Executive Team

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  • As one of BIÂN’s founders, Joseph Fisher is a dedicated wellness enthusiast and entrepreneur driven by a deep passion for empowering others through intentional health practices. Joe envisioned BIÂN as a sanctuary where community and integrated support guide members on their personal wellness journeys. His own path was shaped by a transformative experience with holistic medicine after a frustrating wrist injury, which led him to a healer who approached his health with a whole-body perspective. This experience fundamentally changed his understanding of wellness—shifting how he eats, moves, and lives. With a background in law and business, Joe found true fulfillment not in financial success, but in reimagining how individuals experience healing. BIÂN is more than a business for Joe—it is a legacy for his children, grounded in vitality, community, and a love for life.

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  • A co-founder of BIÂN and James Beard Award-winning restaurateur, Kevin Boehm brings three decades of hospitality vision to his leadership. With over 40 restaurants opened across the country, Kevin saw BIÂN as a natural extension of his lifelong dedication to wellness. His journey began in Springfield, Illinois, and after leaving college to pursue on-the-ground experience, he launched his first restaurant in Seaside, Florida, at age 23. In 2002, he partnered with Rob Katz to create Boka Restaurant Group, now home to 36 award-winning restaurants and 18 James Beard nominations. Kevin and Rob were named Best Restaurateurs in America in 2019 by the James Beard Foundation. His writing has appeared in Esquire, Fast Company, and The Chicago Sun Times, and his debut book, The Bottomless Cup, will be released in 2025. Kevin also serves on boards including the Illinois Restaurant Association, Open Table, and 826 CHI.

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  • Mar Soraparu is a visionary leader, entrepreneur, and trailblazer in wellness, Executive Coaching, and leadership. As Co-Founder and Chief Wellness Officer of BIÂN, she has pioneered the groundbreaking 35,000-square-foot ecosystem that unites luxury, medicine, wellness, hospitality, longevity, and personal development under one roof. An orchestrator of both vision and execution, Mar shapes both the external member experience and the internal systems that drive growth, while directing and inspiring the senior team across disciplines. Her ability to unify vision with execution ensures a seamless member journey and positions BIÂN at the forefront of wellness, longevity, and luxury. Featured in Forbes, Business Insider, and Vogue, Mar is also a sought-after executive coach. With a UCLA degree in Sociology and multiple certifications, she empowers leaders and changemakers to redefine what it means to live and lead well.

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  • Dr. Angelo Costas is Chief Medical Officer at BIÂN and one of Chicago’s leading internal medicine physicians. He serves as Chief Internist for the Chicago Blackhawks and is a pioneer in concierge medicine, known for championing personalized and accessible care. Dr. Costas leads BIÂN’s Medical Advisory Board and works closely with fitness and wellness teams to ensure coordinated, interdisciplinary care. He is President of the Northwestern Health Care Corporation, Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Northwestern University Medical School, and a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. While he provides leadership across the BIÂN Medical ecosystem, he is not currently accepting new patients.

Club Managers

  • Joseph Catterson

    Club Manager & Director of Food & Beverage
    An award-winning hospitality leader, Joseph Catterson is best known for his role as General Manager and Wine Director at Alinea, where he helped secure three Michelin stars and won a James Beard Award for Outstanding Service. With over 30 years in luxury hospitality, he brings an exceptional standard of service and innovation to BIÂN.

  • Dr. Leah

    Club Manager & Director of Therapeutic Modalities
    Dr. Leah is a board certified chiropractic physician with over ten years of clinical experience. She brings to BIÂN a passion for holistic medicine with a focus on women’s health, pelvic floor, athletic injuries and functional rehab. In previous roles she has led a team of multidisciplinary practitioners, launched corporate wellness programs, and maintained a patient base of her own.

  • Deana Boldrey

    Club Manager & Director of Operations
    An accomplished and dynamic operations executive, Deana has over a decade of experience driving excellence and growth across luxury social clubs, restaurants, start-ups, and experiential venues. She oversees complex, high-touch operations in the BIÂN ecosystem blending wellness, hospitality, and community.

Club Directors

  • Marcie Claybon, MD

    Medical Director
    Dr. Marcie is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician with training from The Ohio State University College of Medicine and residency at Tufts Medical Center. She previously served as an internist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Tufts Medical Center. At BIÂN, she plays a key role in developing BIÂN’s concierge medical practice and member education programs.

  • Dr. Sandra Subotich, DAOM, LAc

    Director of East Asian Medicine
    Licensed in both California and Illinois, Dr. Subotich brings expertise in autoimmune care, pain management, and emotional wellness, supported by her DAOM from Five Branches University. Her training includes advanced acupuncture, herbal medicine, and energetic healing under Taoist lineage.

  • Dr. Ben Schuff, ND, LAc, LDN

    Director of Naturopathy & Nutrition
    Combining naturopathic medicine, clinical nutrition, and acupuncture, Dr. Schuff takes a holistic approach to personalized care. He earned his medical degree from the National University of Natural Medicine and is certified in Endobiogeny and nutrition science.

  • Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh, MD

    Director of Ayurveda
    Dr. Kumar-Singh is a former ER physician turned expert in Ayurveda and integrative wellness, and is the author of The Health Catalyst and host of The Healing Catalyst podcast. She has shared her expertise with Fortune 500 companies, medical institutions, and global media, bridging Eastern and Western medicine for optimal health.

  • Dr. Amy Robbins, PsyD

    Director of Mental Health
    Dr. Amy Robbins is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with advanced training in energy psychology and holistic mental health. She offers clinical consultation and comprehensive assessments to guide members toward integrative treatment plans.

  • Samantha Gatewood, MSN, 
APRN-FPA, FNP-C

    Beauty Medical Director
    Samantha Gatewood is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in aesthetics and advanced clinical training under a renowned plastic surgeon at Northwestern Medicine. A member of both AANP and ISPAN, she brings expertise, precision, and ongoing commitment to education to BIÂN Beauty.

  • Lindsey Youngling

    Director of Membership
    With a background in private clubs including Gaston Country Club and the Union League Club of Chicago, Lindsey brings deep experience in membership engagement and hospitality. She began her career with internships at Kiawah Island and Augusta National after graduating from the University of South Carolina.

  • Chef Ryan Maher

    Executive Chef
    Chef Ryan Maher, a Kendall College graduate, has worked in Michelin-starred kitchens including Boka and The Lobby at the Peninsula before becoming Executive Chef at BIÂN. He brings deep culinary expertise and creative versatility to the club’s wellness-focused dining experience.

  • Maya Tom

    Director of Hospitality & Events
    A graduate of Kendall College—one of the nation’s top-ranked hospitality and culinary programs—Maya brings deep expertise in event curation and guest experience. Her background in wedding planning and food & beverage informs a refined, warm approach to gatherings of all scales.

  • Zac Walters

    Director of Fitness
    With a degree in Exercise Science and over a decade of coaching experience, Zac Walters specializes in functional movement, personalized training, and long-term wellness strategies. He holds certifications in Functional Movement Screening and Precision Nutrition, and has worked with clients ranging from professional athletes to corporate teams.

  • Dominica Fisher

    Director of Meditative & Creative Exploration
    Dominica leads BIÂN’s creativity programming and offers impactful meditative offerings blending over 20 years of experience in mindfulness and artistic expression. As a visual artist, her work is featured in private collections nationwide and forms the foundation of BIÂN’s permanent art collection.

  • Sarah Shu, MBA

    Director of Marketing
    Sarah has over a decade of experience leading digital marketing teams at companies including Walgreens, Kellogg, and RXBAR. She holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and has been featured in publications including Harper’s Bazaar and Modern Luxury.

The Team

  • Hospitality

    Maya Tom
    Li Feng
    Dante Hockley
    Amy Wang
    Gianna Lopez
    Riya Menon
    Gerell Allen

  • Eastern Medicine

    Dr. Sandra Subotich
    Dr. Alexia C. Croteau-Chonka
    Dr. Ben Schuff

  • Physical Therapy

    Dr. Cassidy Klein
    Dr. Silvana Heinz

  • Massage Therapy

    Matt McGillicuddy
    Claire Davis
    Christopher Korenkiewicz
    Ariana Pedroza

  • Chiropractic

    Dr. Leah
    Dr. Sophia Dabney
    Dr. Daniel Oller

  • Fitness

    Zac Walters
    Caroleen Wheeland
    Joanna Silvers
    Jacob Frazier
    David Keyes
    Hannah Ring
    Steven Christiansen
    Lynne Alberding
    Charlie Blumenthal
    Caroline Allen
    Connery Brennan

  • Studio Yoga

    Wade Gotwals
    Kelly Moore
    Joanna Silvers
    Mina Multack
    Mikhaila Woodall
    Lanise Shelley
    Sarah Tisch
    Alice York
    Karla Huffman
    Nicole Belica
    Cristian Pavel
    Kristine Palka
    Grace Jolicoeur
    Rodrigo Bussad
    Woni Lang
    Andrea Catarivas

  • Pilates

    Kelly Moore
    Joanna Silvers
    Lynne Alberding
    Allison Ramos
    Trevor Wasserzieher
    Melissa Thompson
    Pascale Falempin

  • Studio Fitness & Barre

    Laura Rashid
    Sui Wen
    Lanise Shelley
    Steven Christianson
    Mikhaila Woodall
    Ann Stehr
    Carly Bress
    Cristian Pavel
    Kristine Palka
    Bianca Melidor
    Emilia Benassi-Galos

  • Meditation & Sound Healing

    Dominica Fisher
    Mehtab Kirtan
    Mina Fakouhi
    Alice York
    Evelyn Luviano
    Stephanie Weber
    Patrice Batryn
    Nicole Eng
    Rodrigo Bussad

  • F&B | Front of House

    Joesph Catterson
    Celina Hinjosa - Manager
    Leo Vazquez - Manager
    Elias Vazquez
    Alejandra Perez
    Lisa Boldrin
    Brandon Berry
    Ytzel Hernandez
    Andrick Oropeza
    Mauricio Cruz

  • F&B | Back of House

    Ryan Maher
    Miguel Sandoval - Sous Chef
    Cristian Tavera - Sushi Chef
    Margarita Torres
    America Martinez
    Ariel Espinoza
    DeAndre Allen
    Jony Ramirez
    Daniel Acevedo
    Jose Ramirez
    Pablo Aguiño

  • Marketing, Branding & Social

    Mar Soraparu
    Sarah Shu
    Kacie Whitman

Angelo Costas, MD
Marcie Claybon, MD
Denise Au, MD

Medical Advisory Board
George Chiampas, MD
Douglas E. Vaughan, MD
Michael Terry, MD
Louis Hiotis, MD
Neil T. Peters, MD

Samantha Gatewood
Kelly Wallace
Harmony Armstrong
Loren Armstrong
Tara Leggero
Christina Schaberg