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title: "Salata Partners with FlexWork Sports to Fuel Young Athletes and Families This Summer"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/13ed01d0-fbc4-4c8a-8e64-bea0f52a9b18
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20260520_salata_partners_with_flexwork_sports_to_fuel_young_athletes_and_families_th.html
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industry: "Restaurants"
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published: 2026-05-20T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-11-01T22:32:27.040Z
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# Salata Partners with FlexWork Sports to Fuel Young Athletes and Families This Summer

**TL;DR:** Salata has partnered with FlexWork Sports to be the official Salad & Wrap Restaurant Partner for several sponsored events, where it will provide food sampling and sales. The partnership aims to promote healthy lifestyles and provide fresh food options to young athletes and their families.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2026-05-20. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20260520_salata_partners_with_flexwork_sports_to_fuel_young_athletes_and_families_th.html).*

## Story

As the official Salad & Wrap Restaurant Partner for several sponsored events, Salata will have an on-site presence, featuring food sampling and sales, tailgate-style games, giveaways, special offers, and appearances from the Salata Mobile Kitchen and brand experience team.

“At Salata, we’re always looking for meaningful ways to connect with our communities and support active, healthy lifestyles,” said Chris Lockwood, Marketing Director of Salata. “Partnering with FlexWork Sports this summer is a natural fit for our brand, as it allows us to engage with families and young athletes in a fun, energetic environment while reinforcing the importance of fresh, nutritious food. We’re excited to be part of these events and help fuel participants both on and off the field.”

FlexWork Sports is a youth sports experiential company that partners with college and professional athletes across sports to provide a holistic experience for participants and their families. Events extend beyond on-field or on-court instruction and demonstrations, with attendees participating in engaging Q&As, photo opportunities, casual interactions and spontaneous engagement.

Throughout the series, Salata will participate in events at various locations, bringing fresh food options and interactive experiences to athletes, parents, and attendees.

- May 9 - appearance in Pearland, Texas · May 17 - appearance in Charlotte, North Carolina · May 30 - appearance in Bryan, Texas · June 17 - appearance in Arlington, Texas · July 9 - appearance in Austin, Texas · July 10 - appearance in Dallas, Texas · August 6 - appearance in Arlington, Texas · August 8 - appearance in Suwanee, Georgia

Throughout the summer, Salata will highlight its menu of built-to-order salads and wraps, offering convenient and customizable options designed to support active lifestyles.

The brand began franchising in 2006 and has a presence in multiple states including Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Southern California, and Texas.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- QSR (sector)
- partnership (topic)
- brand expansion (topic)
- Dallas (location)
- austin (location)
- charlotte (location)
- healthy food options (topic)
- youth sports (topic)
- Salata (company)
- Arlington, Texas (location)
- Pearland, Texas (location)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20260520_salata_partners_with_flexwork_sports_to_fuel_young_athletes_and_families_th.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/13ed01d0-fbc4-4c8a-8e64-bea0f52a9b18).