TL;DR
Glo Tanning has signed a 15-unit deal with seasoned multi-brand franchisees Kristen McPherson and Sidney Duty. The deal will bring Glo Tanning locations to the Charlotte area, with the first location slated to open in the coming months.
McPherson and Duty, seasoned franchisees and early operators with Crumbl Cookies, also have locations of Rock & Roll Sushi and Potbelly Sandwich Works, bringing a strong track record of brand growth and multi-unit success to Glo’s newest market.
“Kristen and Sidney's experience makes them an ideal partner as we enter the Charlotte area,” said Onyi Odunukwe, CEO of Glo. “We’re excited to work alongside them to bring Glo’s model to new communities.”
The Charlotte locations are currently in development, with the first slated to open in the coming months.
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This story was originally published in Franchising.com on July 28, 2025. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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