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10 11, 2021

WOWorks Restaurants Gets into The Holiday Giving Spirit with a $5 Bonus Gift Card for Every $25 Gift Card Purchase

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-10T10:15:00-05:00November 10th, 2021|Tags: fast-casual create-your-own salad franchise, food delivery services, made-to-order salads, Saladworks, WOWorks|

New Seasonal Deal Makes It Easy to Eat Healthy During the Holidays.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — WOWorks, the parent company of good-for-you restaurant brands Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh and The Simple Greek, has launched a $5 bonus gift card for every purchase of a $25 gift card during the holiday season. The deal is introduced to provide healthy and affordable meals to the community during the holidays and as a way to share delicious food with your loved ones.

Throughout November and December, all Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh and The Simple Greek guests will receive an additional $5 gift card with any gift card purchase of $25. Guests can purchase gift cards directly in-store at the restaurant. Saladworks, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh and The Simple Greek have already launched this promotion while Frutta Bowls will begin theirs on November 15.

“It’s the season of giving and we want to thank our loyal guests who continued to support us during these last few challenging years,” said Kelly Roddy, CEO of WOWorks. “We are excited to continue providing healthy options and giving our customers great deals during the holidays.”

Following the holidays, guests will have a chance to use the bonus $5 gift card for a limited time in-person at the restaurant. The $5 bonus gift card for Saladworks, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh and The Simple Greek can be redeemed between January 1 and February 28, 2022. The $5 bonus gift card for Frutta Bowls can be used between January 1 and March 31, 2022.

Fully owned by Centre Lane Partners, LLC, WOWorks’ brands all share a core DNA based upon fresh, flavorful and healthy food along with a heart for hospitality served through convenient business channels, which appeals to Millennial families and Gen Z guests.

Between all of its brands, WOWorks has more than 240 locations across the United States and Canada. Saladworks alone grew by more than 39 units so far in 2021, entering markets such as Arizona, Massachusetts, and Nevada. Non-traditional presence within locations, such as ghost kitchens, food trucks, grocery retail, hospitals and universities, have proven a huge avenue of growth for the brand, with even more planned in 2022, including a massive deal with Ghost Kitchen Brands. The Simple Greek currently has 20 locations, Frutta Bowls has 37 locations, and Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh has 25, with aggressive growth expected for both Frutta Bowls and Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh in the coming year, including co-branded restaurants.

For more information about WOWorks brands and each restaurant’s Holiday Season Gift Card offers, visit www.saladworks.com, www.fruttabowls.com, www.eatgarbanzo.com, and www.thesimplegreek.com.

ABOUT WOWORKS:

WOWorks was formed in 2020 with a mission to help guests pursue their passions and live their best lives by serving healthy, nutritious and flavorful meals along with its Vow to “WOW!” guest hospitality. Fully owned by Centre Lane Partners, LLC, WOWorks’ portfolio consists of: Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual salad brand; Frutta Bowls, a unique restaurant franchise serving a variety of superfood bowls, fresh fruit smoothies, protein bites and more; Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, a popular Mediterranean restaurant concept; and most recently, The Simple Greek, which offers a fresh and healthy take on traditional Greek recipes in a fast-casual setting. WOWorks seeks to drive explosive growth across all of its brands through a variety of channels, both traditional and non-traditional, including ghost kitchens, food trucks, grocery retail and more.

10 11, 2021

Retro Fitness Launches First-Ever At-Home Stationary Bike and In-Gym Membership

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-10T10:05:07-05:00November 10th, 2021|Tags: fitness franchise, Retro Fitness, world-class support for franchisees|

At-Home Fitness Demand Drives Leading Fitness Franchise to Expand Offerings, Including a Combined At-Home and In-Gym Ultimate Membership.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Today, Retro Fitness, the leader in high-value, low price fitness, announced the launch of the Retro Fitness COBRA, an at-home stationary bike, virtual classes and in-gym membership. This marks the brand’s entry into the at-home fitness arena, and the first national gym to offer a membership that combines both at-home and in-gym fitness experiences.

Following the demand of at-home fitness during the pandemic, Retro Fitness created the Retro Fitness COBRA as an answer to the need for a flexible membership, offering even more ways to get healthy, stay fit and continue your fitness journey. Consumers nationwide can purchase a Retro Fitness COBRA bike that includes an ultimate gym membership to any of Retro Fitness’ locations along with access to unlimited in-club amenities, helping them achieve their fitness goals virtually and in-person. Retro Fitness COBRA is making fitness fun, interactive and versatile.

Retro Fitness COBRA Program:

From $73.00 per month for the full package includes:
- Ultimate Gym Membership to any of Retro Fitness’ locations
- A Retro Fitness COBRA stationary Bike
- White glove delivery in any room in your house
- Unlimited access to virtual cycling classes led by Retro Fitness trainers
- Payment options are available from Klarna, a leading global retail bank, payments and shopping service

“While At Home Fitness is here to stay, there are decades of data that show it’s not enough as At Home Fitness can also be isolating and solitary. At Retro Fitness, we recognize that people need people, people need a sense of community and people need their health club,” said Andrew Alfano, CEO of Retro Fitness. “With the launch of our Retro Fitness COBRA, we now bring consumers the best of both worlds: a high value, low cost, at-home experience that also includes a 3-year ultimate gym membership.”

The high-intensity Retro Fitness COBRA makes its debut in homes across America thanks to a partnership with Core Health & Fitness (Core), the brand’s exclusive fitness equipment partner, offering members a seamless workout experience from their homes to the gym.

“Core is proud to be a partner of Retro Fitness and support their new and innovative hybrid membership model with quality commercial equipment installed by the experienced team at JB Hunt,” said Ashley Thorne, Director of Product – Group Cycles & Sustainability.

To further bring convenience to members, Retro Fitness partnered with Klarna, enabling customers to spread their purchases in four equal, interest-free installments.

Detailed pricing is available upon request.

For more information, and to pre-order a Retro Fitness COBRA bike, please visit http://shop.retrofitness.com/

About Retro Fitness:

Celebrating its 15 year anniversary, Retro Fitness is a leading national fitness franchise with more than 120 gyms open or in development across the country. With a new executive leadership team led by former Starbucks Senior Executive Andrew Alfano, Retro Fitness provides investors and franchisees with a full suite of world-class support services including real estate site selection, training, marketing and operations support all to deliver a simple turnkey and operational solution.

For more information on being a Retro Fitness franchisee, please visit http://www.retrofitness.com/franchising.

10 11, 2021

Propelled Brands Receive Recognition During the Franchise Development and Leadership Conference

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-10T09:52:28-05:00November 10th, 2021|Tags: business services, FASTSIGNS International Inc., NerdsToGo, Propelled Brands, Suite Management Franchising|

Propelled Brands and FASTSIGNS both recognized as runner-ups for the annual STAR awards.

CARROLLTON, Texas — Propelled Brands, the corporate umbrella of FASTSIGNS®, SIGNWAVE®, NerdsToGo® and Suite Management Franchising, LLC, the parent company of MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza; and FASTSIGNS®, the leading sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise, each received recognition from Franchise Update Media during the annual Franchise Development and Leadership Conference last month.

At the STAR Awards presentation, out of the 100 brands considered for these awards, Propelled Brands earned second place for Best Performance, and FASTSIGNS was recognized as the runner-up for the Franchise Satisfaction Award.

The annual STAR Awards recognize the country’s top franchise sales teams. Winners are evaluated on their franchisee recruitment, online inquiry follow-up, telephone mystery shopping, social media performance, recruitment websites, and franchisee satisfaction. In addition, an expert research team evaluates franchise development team responses to determine which brands are the best performers and where improvements are needed.

“We are honored to have received such high regard from Franchise Update Media for the annual STAR Awards,” said Mark Jameson, Chief Support and Development Officer at Propelled Brands. “This is only possible thanks to everyone, from our franchisees to our executive team, working tirelessly to support each other as well as our Franchise Development team presenting the right candidates in our portfolio to the appropriate award opportunities. This success will only push us harder to continue attracting the best franchise candidates to our brands and delivering quality services to our franchisees and clients.”

Propelled Brands is currently seeking qualified franchisees to be owner-operators to help their brands continue to grow. Prospective franchisees do not need experience in any field relating to one of the Propelled franchises but should have a strong desire to develop a successful business in their local community. Propelled Brands offers a special incentive for veterans and first responders, including paramedics, emergency medical technicians, police officers, sheriffs, and firefighters, which contains a 50% reduction on the franchise fee.

For more information about Propelled Brands franchising opportunities, visit https://www.propelledbrands.com/franchising-opportunities/, or contact Mark Jameson at mark.jameson@propelledbrands.com or 214-346-5679.

About FASTSIGNS®
FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the leading sign and visual communications franchisor in North America, and is the worldwide franchisor of more than 750 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® centers in 8 countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Chile, Grand Cayman, Malta, the Dominican Republic and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®). FASTSIGNS locations provide comprehensive signage and graphic solutions to help companies in all industries communicate their message and extend their branding across all of their customer touchpoints. FASTSIGNS is consistently ranked as a top franchise opportunity and recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees. In 2021, Propelled Brands was formed, the corporate umbrella that includes FASTSIGNS®, SIGNWAVE® in Australia, NerdsToGo®, an emerging IT services franchise brand acquired in September 2020, and Suite Management Franchising, LLC, the parent company of MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza in June 2021. With a focus on business-to-business franchises and the people behind those businesses, Propelled Brands will help each franchise confidently navigate forward based on their unique position, momentum and purpose.

Learn more about sign and graphic solutions or find a location at fastsigns.com. Follow the brand on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fastsigns, Twitter @FASTSIGNS or Facebook at facebook.com/FASTSIGNS.

SOURCE Propelled Brands

About Propelled Brands®:

Propelled Brands is the corporate umbrella of FASTSIGNS®, SIGNWAVE®, NerdsToGo® and Suite Management Franchising, LLC, the parent company of MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza. Focused on service-oriented franchises, the Propelled Brands team assists each brand in its portfolio to confidently navigate forward based on their unique position, momentum and purpose. Propelled Brands advances the strategic path for each brand, offering support, guidance and a clear vision to fully equip every franchisee, helping them maximize success.

Propelled Brands is looking to partner with other service-oriented franchise concepts that align with its forward-thinking growth objectives. For more information or to learn about opportunities with Propelled Brands, visit propelledbrands.com. To learn about franchise opportunities with FASTSIGNS, NerdsToGo, MY SALON Suite or Salon Plaza franchise opportunities, contact Mark Jameson at mark.jameson@propelledbrands.com or 214-346-5679.

8 11, 2021

Tint World® names Brian Licata Digital Media Manager

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-08T08:59:28-05:00November 8th, 2021|Tags: automotive styling, Automotive Styling Centers, award-winning franchise, Tint World, window tinting and security film services|

Experienced media producer will help international automotive styling franchise expand digital reach.

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading window tinting and automotive accessory franchise, has named Brian Licata as the company’s Digital Media Manager. In his new role, Licata will spearhead Tint World®’s online efforts to extend its reach and brand awareness.

“As the Tint World® franchise continues to grow, it’s more important than ever that we have a strong online presence,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, CEO and president of Tint World®. “Brian’s media experience is exceptional, and I know he will deliver the high level of performance that we strive for at Tint World®, as he widens our digital footprint.”

As Digital Media Manager, Licata oversees, manages, and edits video production and online content for Tint World®.

Before joining Tint World®, Licata served as a producer, podcaster, and editor for a variety of programming ranging from comedy specials to documentaries.

“Tint World® already has an incredible online presence, unmatched by any other franchise within the industry,” Licata said “This is a great opportunity, and I’m excited to help take this brand to the next level.”

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, and more.

About Tint World®
Founded in 1982, Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America’s largest and fastest growing automotive accessories and window tinting international franchise, specializing in car and truck accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, custom wheel and tire packages, maintenance, and repair services.

Tint World® services include residential, commercial, and marine window tinting films, solar films, decorative films, safety, and security films. Tint World® has locations in the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with master franchise opportunities available worldwide. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com or www.TintWorldFranchise.com.

4 11, 2021

Xponential Fitness, Inc. Announces Exclusive Strategic Development Agreement with the Operator of the LA Fitness and City Sports Club Brands

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-04T12:27:43-04:00November 4th, 2021|Tags: AKT, boutique fitness franchise, Club Pilates, CycleBar, Pure Barre, Row House, StretchLab, STRIDE, YogaSix|

The agreement expands Xponential’s footprint and membership base by bringing its boutique fitness brand studios to over 500 LA Fitness and City Sports Club locations across the country.

IRVINE, Calif. — Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF) (“Xponential” or “the Company”), a curator of leading boutique fitness brands, and Fitness International, LLC, operator of LA Fitness (“LAF”) and City Sports Club (“CSC”), today announced an exclusive development agreement. The agreement lays out a minimum development of over 350 franchised locations over five years to add Xponential brands in more than 500 Fitness International locations.

This development commitment will afford Xponential Fitness the opportunity to invite existing franchisees who own a studio with an LAF or CSC location within their protected territory to open an Xponential brand studio inside of these locations. A membership to an Xponential brand studio within an LAF or CSC facility will be available to existing gym members for an additional cost.

Studio development time and buildout costs of these locations will be less than those of a traditional standalone studio, and existing franchise partners will have an opportunity to drive additional revenues while operating these locations free of initial franchise fees and lower marketing fund fees. AUVs at these locations are expected to be lower than those of traditional studio locations; however, this opportunity provides for reduced operating costs than standalone studios.

“We are pleased to enter into an exclusive development agreement with Fitness International to further our mission of making boutique fitness accessible to everyone, increasing our total addressable market, and providing expansion opportunities to our franchisees,” said Anthony Geisler, CEO of Xponential Fitness, Inc. “This provides a unique opportunity for franchisees to increase their reach and overall revenue generation within their protected territories. We look forward to delivering best-in-class boutique fitness to the LA Fitness and City Sports Club communities.”

“We are proud to welcome Xponential brand studios to our LA Fitness and City Sports Club locations,” said Jill Grueling, President, Club Operations of Fitness International. “Xponential will bring additional high-quality fitness experiences to our members. We are confident their boutique fitness brands will provide an excellent complement to our members’ existing workout routines.”

Development of Xponential Fitness brand studios within Fitness International locations is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2022 and will not have an immediate impact on Company revenues during the current calendar year. Management looks forward to updating the investment community further on the strategic benefits of this partnership on its upcoming third quarter earnings conference call on November 11, 2021 at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET. More information on the third quarter earnings call can be found on Xponential’s investor relations website.

About Fitness International
Fitness International, LLC is one of the fastest-growing health club chains in the U.S., with over 700 locations across 27 U.S. states and Canada. Operating the brand names LA Fitness, Esporta Fitness, and City Sports Club, the company’s mission is to help as many people as possible achieve the benefits of a healthy lifestyle by creating a nationwide network of health clubs, offering its members the widest range of amenities and the friendliest service at an affordable price. To learn more about Fitness International’s growth, visit lafitness.com, esportafitness.com, and citysportsfitness.com. Follow Fitness International on Facebook, Instagram or by downloading its mobile apps.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections of future performance based on management’s judgment, beliefs, current trends, and anticipated financial performance. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statement relating to the execution of the Company’s growth strategies. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on our business and franchisees; difficulties and challenges in opening studios by franchisees; the ability of franchisees to generate sufficient revenues; risks relating to expansion into international market; and loss or reputation and brand awareness; and other risks as described in the filings of Xponential with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Other unknown or unpredictable factors or underlying assumptions subsequently proving to be incorrect could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance, or achievements. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. All information provided in this press release is as of today’s date, unless otherwise stated, and Xponential undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

About Xponential Fitness, Inc.

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF) is a curator of leading boutique fitness brands across multiple verticals. Through its mission to make boutique fitness accessible to everyone, the Company has built and curated a diversified platform of ten boutique fitness brands spanning across verticals including Pilates, indoor cycling, barre, stretching, rowing, dancing, boxing, running, functional training and yoga. In partnership with its franchisees, Xponential Fitness offers energetic, accessible, and personalized workout experiences led by highly-qualified instructors in studio locations across the 48 U.S. states and Canada, and through master franchise or international expansion agreements in 10 additional countries as of October 13, 2021. Xponential Fitness’ portfolio of brands includes Club Pilates, the nation’s largest Pilates brand; CycleBar, the nation’s largest indoor cycling brand; StretchLab, a concept offering one-on-one and group stretching services; Row House, a high-energy, low-impact indoor rowing workout; AKT, a dance-based cardio workout combining toning, interval and circuit training; YogaSix, the largest franchised yoga brand; Pure Barre, a total body workout that uses the ballet barre to perform small isometric movements; STRIDE, a treadmill-based cardio and strength training concept; Rumble, a boxing-inspired full-body workout; and BFT, a functional training and strength-based program. For more information, please visit the Company’s website at xponential.com.

4 11, 2021

Assisted Living Locators Offers Free Home Care Consultations To Support Family Caregiver’s Month

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-04T12:18:14-04:00November 4th, 2021|Tags: assisted living communities, Assisted Living Locators, franchisee sales training, in-home care, independent retirement options, memory care, senior care placement|

Franchisees Nationwide To Assess Needs, Utilize Nationwide Network of In-Home Care Providers To Address New Realities Family Caregivers Face With Their Loved Ones During On-going Pandemic.

PHOENIX — Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide senior placement and referral service, announced today it is offering free home care consultations in support of Family Caregivers Month this November.

Assisted Living Locators’ 140 franchise offices across the U.S. will assess needs and utilize their nationwide network of in-home care providers to address the new realities family caregivers face with their loved ones during this pandemic.

Spearheaded by the Caregiver Action Network, National Family Caregivers Month recognizes and honors family caregivers across the country. Family caregivers manage health emergencies, juggle priorities, and suffer isolation – and all that was before COVID-19. The on-going pandemic brings even more challenges to family caregivers.

As part of the free home care consultation, a local Assisted Living Locators senior care advisor will meet with each family, virtually or in-person, to learn about their loved one’s needs, living conditions, and personal preferences in order to build a care plan.

“We offer a variety of care resources for family caregivers ranging from Alzheimer’s and dementia care to respite care and much more,” said Angela Olea RN, Assisted Living Locators CEO. “Our nationwide network of home care agencies provides a full range of home health care needs, including social interaction, senior nutrition, and safety in the home, to meet the pandemic challenges and assist families with the help they need.”

Olea noted that people with dementia at home may find it more difficult to do protective measures against the virus and need extra support during this difficult time.

“With system-wide dementia care certification, we are in a unique position to help families across the country, educating them about the disease,” Olea explained. “Our dementia care training enables us to provide much-needed support to families and when home care is not adequate, we help families find, at no cost, independent living, assisted living, and memory care.”

About Assisted Living Locators

If you have questions about your loved one’s cognitive health and would like a free home care consultation, speak to an Assisted Living Locators Senior Care Advisor at 877-266-7788 or visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

4 11, 2021

Batteries Plus Celebrates National Repair Done Right Month with Events & Promotions on Phone Repairs

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-04T12:09:33-04:00November 4th, 2021|Tags: Batteries Plus Bulbs, phone repair services, retailer of batteries, specialty light bulbs|

Nation’s Leading Specialty Retailer Offers Repairs by Certified Technicians.

HARTLAND, Wis. — November is National Repair Done Right Month, a month dedicated to recognizing repair professionals serving consumers who seek trusted repair providers for mobile devices, consumer electronics, appliances and more. To celebrate, Batteries Plus is taking the opportunity to shine the spotlight on its industry-leading expertise with promotions throughout the month.

This month, the nation’s leading specialty retailer and phone repair experts are deploying a company-wide promotion which gives consumers a simple way to get their phone repaired by either making an online appointment or walking into one of the brand’s 700 stores. All month, consumers can receive $10 off any phone repair by booking an appointment online. Additionally, visit the company’s Facebook page or Instagram to enter to win one of four weekly chances for a free screen repair. The company’s “Fix it Friday” event has been wildly successful in the past and is back again to celebrate the National Repair Done Right Month.

From November 12th through the 18th, customers will be able to walk in, or call their local store to save $10 off their repair as well. With company-wide WISE certified technicians, highly-capable specialists that adhere to national standards, consumers can rest assured they are getting the very best personal device repair service available.

“With more than 2,500 certified technicians across the country, we are proud to have nearly full national coverage of WISE certifications in our system – something that we are very proud to offer,” said Scott Williams, CEO of Batteries Plus. “Earning and keeping our customers’ trust and confidence is our top priority and our WISE certified technicians handle each and every device repair with care.”

Leading the way on WISE certifications brings trust and credibility with customers, confidence for its repair technicians, and credibility for partnerships with some of the biggest names in the industry. In fact, earlier this year, Batteries Plus became the very first company in Samsung’s global Independent Service Provider program and its expansive WISE certification was the number one reason Samsung approached the brand for the partnership.

“While National Repair Done Right Month has just now become a recognized national holiday, Batteries Plus focuses on this mission each and every day,” added Williams. “Consumers depend on electronic devices to improve their lives and we make it easy for them to find quality service provided by trained and vetted repair professionals.”

For more information on Batteries Plus’ WISE certification and words of wisdom from Scott Williams, visit https://www.wisecertification.com/batteries-plus-scott-williams-shares-wise-words-of-wisdom/.

For more information on how to find the nearest Batteries Plus retailer store near you can be found here.

ABOUT BATTERIES PLUS:

Batteries Plus, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Hartland, WI, is a leading omnichannel retailer of batteries, specialty light bulbs and phone repair services for the direct-to-consumer and commercial channels. The retailer also offers key programming, replacement and cutting services. Through a nationwide network of stores, the company offers a differentiated value proposition of unrivaled product selection, in-stock availability and customer service. Batteries Plus is owned by Freeman Spogli, a private equity firm based in Los Angeles and New York City. To learn more about one of Forbes®’ Best Franchises to Buy in America, visit https://www.batteriesplusfranchise.com.

4 11, 2021

2021 American Free Enterprise Medal Awarded to Ray Titus, CEO and Founder of United Franchise Group

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-04T11:34:19-04:00November 4th, 2021|Tags: advertising and marketing services, branding and messaging solutions, business signs, comprehensive sign and graphic services, digital signs, Experimax, Fully Promoted, sign franchise, Signarama, UFG, United Franchise Group, vehicle wraps|

The award ceremony will take place at the Palm Beach Atlantic University campus on November 16th.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — We are thrilled to announce Ray Titus, CEO, and founder of United Franchise Group, is the 2021 American Free Enterprise Medalist of the Year. The American Free Enterprise Medal was established by Palm Beach Atlantic University to recognize individuals whose hard work and achievement exemplify the best of the American free enterprise system. Titus will be the 35^th recipient of the award, an especially cherished honor since this year also marks the 35^th anniversary of United Franchise Group.

Titus, recognized as a global leader for entrepreneurs, founded Signarama in 1986 and began franchising stores soon after. He applied his successful franchise model to other business-to-business enterprises, eventually forming a family of brands and building the foundation for what is now, United Franchise Group (UFG), an international community, consisting of over 1,600 franchises in over 80 countries.

“It is such a pleasure to be involved with Palm Beach Atlantic University and I am especially honored to receive recognition from an organization that I am connected to in so many ways, through my community, my family, and my passion for entrepreneurship,” Titus commented.

Titus was recognized for his determination and leadership previously by Palm Beach Atlantic University in 2008 when he also received the American Free Enterprise companion medal. Since the honor was first established, only five other recipients have been recognized with both a companion medal and medalist of the year.

These notable icons of American business and philanthropy include:

John D. MacArthur – John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and MacArthur Fellows Program (also referred to as “genius grants”), Florida Atlantic University’s John D. MacArthur Campus Jupiter Florida, Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach Florida, John D. MacArthur Florida State Park

Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr. – The Dreyfoos Group, Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, Palm Beach County Council of the Arts, and Dreyfoos School of the Arts

Karl H. Watson – Rinker Materials Corp., CEMEX

Richard S. Johnson – Johnson Investment Group, Palm Beach Atlantic University, SunTrust South Florida, Intracoastal Health Care Systems Renaissance Award

William G. Lassiter Jr. – W.G. Lassiter Co. Inc., PDQ Food Stores Inc., Palm Beach Atlantic University

The American Free Enterprise Medal award ceremony will take place at the Palm Beach Atlantic University campus (1100 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL) in the Green Complex for Sports at 11 a.m. on November 16th, 2021. That same day at 3pm, Titus along with two previous American Free Enterprise companion medalists, will present “Everything I Needed to Learn About Business I Learned in a Franchise in the University’s Warren Library, (300 Pembroke Place in West Palm Beach, FL).

About United Franchise Group

Led by CEO Ray Titus, United Franchise Group is home to an affiliated family of brands and consultants including Accurate Franchising, FranchiseMart, Fully Promoted, Network Lead Exchange, Preveer (formerly Resource Operations International), Signarama, Transworld Business Advisors, Venture X, and a food division featuring Jon Smith Subs, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, and Graze Craze. With over three decades in the franchising industry and more than 1,600 franchisees throughout the world, United Franchise Group offers unprecedented leadership and solid business opportunities for entrepreneurs.

2 11, 2021

Pure Barre Kicks Off Pure Give in November with Free Week of Classes

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-02T08:24:54-04:00November 2nd, 2021|Tags: fitness franchise, full-body workouts, Pure Barre|

Campaign for National Gratitude Month Involves 30 Days of Giving Including In-Studio Events and a Referral Giveaway.

IRVINE, Calif. — Pure Barre, the fastest, most effective full-body barre workout brand, announced today its Pure Give campaign to celebrate National Gratitude Month in November. To spread positivity this upcoming holiday season, Pure Barre is dedicated on giving back to its local communities for 30 days straight with a free barre class, in-studio events, charity classes, and a national referral giveaway.

The cornerstone of Pure Give is the chance for anyone to redeem a free Pure Barre class of any format (Classic, Empower or Reform) from Nov. 1 to Nov. 7, at participating studios. To redeem the free class, prospects and former members can use the code PUREGIVE when purchasing a Single Class via Pure Barre’s app, Member Portal or studio-level email marketing. A Pure Barre class is typically valued between $25 and $35.

Pure Give also wants its members to choose causes that are meaningful to them and team up with their local Pure Barre studio to bring awareness to that cause through donation-based charity classes and in-studio events all month long.

“We are excited to be launching our 2021 Pure Give campaign on November 1,” said Regan Stokes, President of Pure Barre. “This month of giving back to our local communities gives our brand a new level of togetherness and empathy for one another. We are thrilled to introduce all kinds of new people to the incredible benefits of barre and see the outcomes of Pure Give and everyone who is participating in making this a memorable month.”

Pure Give also involves a national referral giveaway contest, running through the end of the month. To participate, members must refer a friend to try a free Foundations intro class, using the landing page: https://lp.purebarre.com/refer-your-friends. Once that friend completes their Foundations intro class between Nov. 1 through Nov. 30, the member is put into a drawing from which a winner will be randomly selected. Pure Barre will then make a donation to the winner’s home studio of choice’s 501(c) Pure Give cause.

Offering an effective total body workout focused on low-impact/high-intensity movements that improve strength and flexibility for everybody, Pure Barre has quickly become one of the largest-growing franchised fitness brands in the world. Founded in 2001, the company has opened nearly 550 studios and is still actively growing.

For more information about Pure Barre and Pure Give, visit: https://lp.purebarre.com/puregive.

ABOUT PURE BARRE:

Founded in 2001, Pure Barre is the largest barre brand by number of studios, offering a range of effective, low-impact, full-body workouts for a broad range of fitness levels. Pure Barre has four signature class formats including introductory, classic barre, interval training and resistance training. Its high quality instructors receive specialized multi-tiered training allowing for class format and choreography to be refreshed on a quarterly basis. Ranked on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 and Fastest-Growing Franchises in 2021 as well as Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 in 2020, Pure Barre is headquartered in Irvine, CA and backed by Xponential Fitness, a curator of leading boutique fitness. To learn more about Pure Barre, visit https://www.purebarre.com/.

2 11, 2021

MY SALON Suite raises a record $120,000 in one month to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®

Tatyana Stemkovski2021-11-02T08:02:25-04:00November 2nd, 2021|Tags: business services, My Salon Suite, NerdsToGo, Suite Management Franchising|

CARROLLTON, Texas — MY SALON Suite set a company fundraising record in September during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month raising more than $120,000 through the company’s Suite Relief Fund™, for the benefit of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital^® as well as company employees.

The salon suite franchise set an initial goal of raising $35,000, but surpassed that amount through the generous donations from clients, Members, Franchise Partners, vendors and the Suite Management Franchising team. Because of generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live.

“It’s truly gratifying to see our team exceed our fundraising goals each year. The amount of money that we raised in just one month for St. Jude, an organization that has saved so many lives, is more than what we raised in each of the three previous years,” said Ken McAllister, the co-founder, and CEO of MY SALON Suite. “It’s the desire of our community to go beyond our walls to make the world a little brighter, and we plan to keep expanding our efforts and making a difference.”

Suite Management Franchising, the parent company of MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza, started its partnership with St. Jude in 2018 when it launched the Suite Relief Fund™. Since the inception of the partnership, the Suite Relief Fund has contributed $250,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Continued support helps fuel the St. Jude $11.5 billion, six-year strategic plan, which includes tripling its global investment to impact the more than 400,000 kids with cancer around the world each year.

Additionally, in August, The Suite Relief Fund distributed $52,500 to MY SALON Suite members in New Orleans who were impacted by Hurricane Ida through a partnership with the PBA’s Disaster Relief Fund.

MY SALON Suite is a salon suite franchise that focuses on providing stylists and beauticians a personal space to build their business. They decorate their suite, use their own branding, set their hours, prices, and manage their own client lists and business. In addition, the MY SALON Suite franchise owners serve as landlords who recruit and rent space to health and beauty professionals.

In June 2021, Suite Management Franchising, LLC, the parent company of MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza, was acquired by Propelled Brands. Propelled Brands is using its unparalleled resources, support, and training to accelerate growth and expand Suite Management Franchising’s footprint across the country.

For more information about the MY SALON Suite franchise, visit https://www.mysalonsuite.com, or contact Mark Jameson at mark.jameson@propelledbrands.com or 214-346-5679.

About Suite Management Franchising
Suite Management Franchising, the parent company of MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza, is a salon suite franchise created for entrepreneurial-spirited individuals interested in diversifying their portfolio while living a semi-absentee lifestyle. Founded to inspire and empower the modern-day salon owner, the company offers a unique opportunity for a diverse range of beauty and health professionals to run their businesses successfully. Salon members are provided ongoing training, support, and a strong referral network to help their business generate a six-figure income. Featured in Entrepreneur magazine’s “Top New Franchise” list, the brand is widely recognized for its rapid expansion and noteworthy success. A strategic alliance partnership with Propelled Brands, the nation’s largest family-owned collection of salons, continues to propel the brand’s growth. With 210 locations in 35 states across the United States and Canada, the franchise concept plans to add 200 franchise partners and 500 salons in the next three years.

For more information about Suite Management Franchising, visit mysalonsuite.com/franchise. To learn more about MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza, visit mysalonsuite.com and salonplaza.com.

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