MEET OUR TEAM
JOHN PENOTTI
Cofounder & CEO/President of SK Global Entertainment
CEO/President of SK Global Entertainment, John is a veteran film producer who is well familiar with the need to juggle production costs and schedules due to cast and crew illness. Producer of over 35 US and International Films and TV projects including this year’s Box Office phenomena Crazy Rich Asians and 2017 Academy Award Best Picture nominee Hell or Highwater, John has himself experienced the energy, focus, resilience and positive health effects of incorporating Dr. Tao's wellness program on his own health, and of the clear and urgent need for this service. "It doesn’t exist yet, but it MUST, and studios, financiers and the producers will pay for it!"
LINDA TAO, MD
Cofounder & Triple Board-Certified Physician
Triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Integrative Medicine, Dr. Linda Tao has over 25 years of experience in clinical practice. She has evidenced the dramatic effects of medically curated wellness programs on thousands of her patients who report increased focus, energy, less sick days and improved work productivity. "From a medical standpoint IT WORKS!" She is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, NYU Langone Medical Center, and lectures on Integrative and Functional Medicine at the NYU School of Medicine. She is also involved in the training of the Integrative Nurse Practitioner Division of the NYU School of Nursing.
KRYSTLE UNG
Director of Operations and Strategy & Founder of Wai Lifestyle
After working under the mentorship of Dr. Linda Tao for many years, Krystle received her health coaching certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Partnering with SetWellness, she serves as the Director of Operations and Strategy, provides health coaching services, and collaborates with Dr. Tao to develop nutraceuticals and services to best serve the members of the entertainment industry. She is the founder of Wai Lifestyle, a wellness company that provides individualized health coaching services to a diverse population of clients.
DUYEN HACKETT
Director of Wellness Catering & Founder of Duyen Hackett Catering
Duyen is both the Wellness Food Consultant and Catering Director here at SetWellness. Her experience in the Food & Beverage industry spans over 20 years. She is masterful in the ability to put together an event like no other, including delicious and healthy food in any location. And we are not only talking about hotel or event hall. She focuses on catering and consultancy for organizations, restaurants, film sets, and Craft Services in Asia. Duyen now partners with SetWellness to co-design the most delicious and healthful foods & beverages at all locations.
ALEX CASILLAS
Director of On-Site Operations, Wellness Consultant & Certified Fitness Instructor
Alex is a Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor (NFPT). Her love for health and fitness began in college; between taking classes and rehearsals/performances, it was very easy to feel run down and fatigued. Her introduction into the mental and physical benefits of fitness only solidified her desire to pursue a career in fitness alongside performance. She continues to promote wellness and aid individuals in reaching their goals and feeling better all around! Working with SetWellness, Alex serves as the perfect liaison to help guide individuals on set through wellness.