Donovan Rolle

 Donovan “Jay” Rolle Sr. is a dedicated husband, father, and community leader from Nassau, Bahamas. A graduate of St. Augustine’s College (class of 1995), Jay earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Magna Cum Laude, from Edward Waters College in Jacksonville, Florida, in 2000. He is also a certified international project manager and a proud member of the American Academy of Project Management.

Jay’s passion for fitness and sports runs deep. In 2016, he embraced the challenge of competing in a Half Ironman Triathlon, followed by a triumphant completion of the Spartan Race in 2017, earning him the prestigious Spartan Trifecta. The following year, Jay pushed his limits further, conquering the Full Ironman Triathlon in 2018—a testament to his endurance, strength, and resilience.

Today, as the founder and proprietor of Jay Fitness, Jay is fully committed to helping others transform their lives through fitness and nutrition. He is a certified group fitness instructor and behavior change specialist, offering personalized group and individual training programs tailored to each client’s unique needs. Beyond fitness, Jay also provides nutrition counseling, empowering clients to make informed, healthy lifestyle choices.

Jay's leadership extends beyond the gym. He actively serves on the board of various organizations, contributing to their missions and helping create sustainable, impactful programs. Passionate about youth development, he mentors young people, offering guidance and support to help them achieve success in both their personal and professional lives. His belief in the power of strong community relationships drives his work, fostering positive change and uplifting others.

An entrepreneur and author, Jay has written three books: Diverse, The Heart of a Spartan, and 45 Lessons From a Middle-Aged Man. He is currently working on his fourth. Known for his relentless work ethic, Jay lives by the mantra: “If it was easy, anyone could do it.”

With every step, he continues to inspire, empower, and lead by example, making a lasting impact on those around him.