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title: "Perspire Sauna Studio Wraps Q2 with Record Growth, Milestone Territory Sell-Out"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/bf0a9303-6442-4c7a-a484-bd397356fa24
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20230713_perspire_sauna_studio_wraps_q2_with_record_growth_milestone_territory_sello.html
category: "Beauty & Wellness"
industry: "Beauty & Wellness"
published: 2023-07-13T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T20:32:49.225Z
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# Perspire Sauna Studio Wraps Q2 with Record Growth, Milestone Territory Sell-Out

**TL;DR:** Perspire Sauna Studio achieved record growth in Q2 with 30 newly signed agreements and a milestone territory sell-out in Southwest Florida. The company is expanding to new territories, including New York, and is seeking single-unit and multi-unit franchisees.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2023-07-13. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20230713_perspire_sauna_studio_wraps_q2_with_record_growth_milestone_territory_sello.html).*

## Story

Among Perspire’s 30 newly signed agreements for Q2 are two consecutive multi-unit deals that will bring 13 studios to Southwest Florida, from Tampa to Naples. These deals mark a significant milestone, as they have collectively allowed Perspire to sell out the territory. Spearheading the developments are local entrepreneurs Jason Sluka and Pete Kapinos, who signed on to bring 10 studios to the area, and Mike Polikretis, who signed for 3 additional studios in a separate agreement.

“The demand for holistic options to improve our overall health is evident in the 30 licenses awarded this past quarter, including a milestone territory sellout,” said Jackie Mendes, Perspire Sauna Studio Vice President of Franchise Development. “The demand for infrared sauna and red-light therapy continues to grow. Our 10+ years of experience in this business puts Perspire Sauna Studio franchisees in the unique position to capitalize on the wellness boom quickly with a brand that’s proven to scale.”

In addition to navigating a robust trajectory for growth in the coming months, the Perspire team opened three new studios in Q2, all of which are second locations with existing franchisees, and signed on to expand in eight new territories, including New York, where a franchisee recently signed for a 3-unit deal.

“This remarkable growth is a testament to the dedication and passion of our team here at Perspire as we look forward to spreading the warmth of wellness to even more communities across Florida, New York, Texas, Kansas, Missouri, and Louisiana,” said Lee Braun, founder and CEO of Perspire Sauna Studio.

Perspire Sauna Studio is currently seeking single-unit and multi-unit franchisees interested in new career opportunities or those looking to diversify their current portfolios. To learn more about the brand’s franchising opportunities, visit

Perspire Sauna Studio is the fastest-growing infrared sauna and red-light therapy franchise in the U.S. The science-based, technology-driven, wellness company provides guests a modern-day experience to a centuries-old practice through elevated infrared (IR) sauna and red-light therapy (RLT). It is within this transformative session that they invite guests to ignite the wellness within.

Established in 2010 by Founder & CEO Lee Braun, Perspire's goal is to expand to major markets throughout the U.S. to further instill its vision of making infrared sauna accessible to all. The company has awarded over 150 franchise agreements, with 40 open studios and an additional 20 under development.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- franchise growth (topic)
- Beauty & Wellness (sector)
- new york (location)
- territory expansion (topic)
- wellness industry (topic)
- Perspire Sauna Studio (company)
- Lee Braun (person)
- multi-unit deals (topic)
- infrared sauna (topic)
- Southwest Florida (location)
- Jackie Mendes (person)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20230713_perspire_sauna_studio_wraps_q2_with_record_growth_milestone_territory_sello.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/bf0a9303-6442-4c7a-a484-bd397356fa24).