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title: "Manchester and Okemo Discovery Maps Under New Ownership"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/cbe1774b-4c5f-4668-835c-5b13401f102c
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20240712_manchester_and_okemo_discovery_maps_under_new_ownership.html
category: "Specialty retail"
industry: "Retail"
segment: "Specialty retail"
published: 2024-07-12T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T18:40:17.464Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1581578731548-c64695cc6952?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# Manchester and Okemo Discovery Maps Under New Ownership

**TL;DR:** Discovery Map International announces new ownership of its Okemo and Manchester, VT Discovery Map franchises, led by Uday Dholakia and Patti Whittemore. The new owners will develop the Okemo franchise and continue the Manchester Discovery Map business, which was recently purchased from Jack Pegues.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2024-07-12. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20240712_manchester_and_okemo_discovery_maps_under_new_ownership.html).*

## Story

Manchester/Okemo, VT - Discovery Map International proudly announces new ownership of its Okemo and Manchester, VT Discovery Map® franchises. Uday Dholakia, with the support of his business partner Patti Whittemore, will lead the development of the Okemo franchise and continue the Manchester Discovery Map® business recently purchased from long-time franchisee Jack Pegues. This dynamic duo is poised to further enhance the visibility and success of local businesses in both communities.

“We are thrilled to take on the stewardship of these maps,” said Dholakia. “The Manchester Discovery Map® is a treasure, and we’re committed to preserving its unique charm while ensuring it remains a valuable resource for the community and visitors. Further developing the Okemo Discovery Map® is an exciting opportunity to support the region’s vibrant outdoor scene.”

Discovery Map® showcases the diverse offerings of each area they represent, making them essential companions for both residents and visitors. The maps also create a significant promotional platform for local businesses seeking to engage with a wider audience.

“Discovery Map® fills a unique niche for travelers,” explains Peter Hans, CEO of Discovery Map International. “Our maps offer a visual, curated guide that goes beyond the impersonal results of an online search."

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Home Services (sector)
- franchise ownership (topic)
- new ownership (topic)
- Discovery Map (company)
- Peter Hans (person)
- Jack Pegues (person)
- local business promotion (topic)
- Uday Dholakia (person)
- Patti Whittemore (person)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20240712_manchester_and_okemo_discovery_maps_under_new_ownership.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/cbe1774b-4c5f-4668-835c-5b13401f102c).