
Dogtopia Signs Largest Franchise Agreement in Company History
Dogtopia signed the largest franchise agreement in company history, bringing 60 new locations to cities across the U.S. over the next several years.
Orangetheory Fitness is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 275 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Orangetheory Fitness has a new global brand president, Carl Loredo, and a new domestic brand president, Stephanie Schon [[2026-10-29 Orangetheory Gets a New President, Caribou Hires a New COO, Plus More Franchise (21c653)]] * Stephanie Schon previously served as the brand president of Waxing the City, another franchise under Purpose Brands, before moving to Orangetheory Fitness [[2026-10-26 Waxing the City Welcomes Katin Keirstead as President (63f972)]] * A former Orangetheory Fitness mega-franchisee, Jamie Weeks, is launching a new wellness concept called better.states, focused on 'intentional rest' and meditation [[2026-09-30 Orangetheory, Beachbody Vets Launch ‘Intentional Rest’ Wellness Studio (2e8150)]] * Orangetheory is collaborating with Hyrox to offer joint classes at the Eudemonia Summit, a wellness event in South Florida [[2026-09-17 Hyrox, Orangetheory to Stage Joint Classes at Eudemonia Summit (d82c45)]] * Paola Horvath, a 52-year-old multi-unit franchisee, owns 19 Orangetheory Fitness studios after transitioning from the waste management industry [[2026-09-19 From Curbside to Cardio Former Waste Operator Finds Fitness Success (908c3f)]] * Orangetheory Fitness is expanding into Italy through a franchise agreement with Icon Palestre, with plans to open four studios in the Rome area [[2026-06-04 Orangetheory Expands Into Italy, Taps Technogym for New Buildout (f2a065)]] * Mike Reyes, founder of NextGen Holdings and a multi-unit Orangetheory Fitness franchisee, is expanding his business with KidStrong, a franchise he invested in after researching the opportunity [[2026-09-14 Why Multi-Unit Franchisee Mike Reyes Is Betting on KidStrong (db5ec6)]] Filed under Fitness / Boutique fitness.

Dogtopia signed the largest franchise agreement in company history, bringing 60 new locations to cities across the U.S. over the next several years.
Bach to Rock Music School experienced strong growth in 2021, with a 33% increase in revenues, and taught over 23,000 students throughout its network of 49 schools.

Big Blue Swim School has attracted fitness franchise owners with its membership-based business model, comparable real estate requirements, and exceptional consumer offerings.

Orangetheory Fitness appoints Ryan Flaherty as Chief Fitness and Product Officer, focusing on developing innovative fitness programs.
Scenthound, a dog care franchise, has marked booming growth and development nationwide, with an unprecedented 283% increase in units from 2020.

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Heyday Skincare scores eight franchise partners for 97 shops on its path to 300 locations by 2026, capitalizing on the momentum of inking 29 new franchise agreements in Q3.

Global fitness and tech company iFIT recently announced an IPO of its Class A common stock, offering 30,769,231 shares.

Big Blue Swim School's first Colorado franchise location smashed records with "astounding" pre-sale numbers, with nearly 1,982 pre-registered children.

Romeo's Pizza, an emerging pizza franchise, is seeking qualified franchise owners to expand the brand across the country.

Heyday sets its franchisees up for success with best-in-class support, including a veteran of Drybar as president of franchising.

Jamie Weeks launched Honors Holdings in 2014 with two primary objectives: to create and sustain rapid growth, and to serve the members and employees of his Orangetheory Fitness studios.
Scenthound, a pet franchise, announces record-breaking growth in 2021, selling 64 units through Q2.

Level 5 Capital partnered with Heyday, a skincare brand, to open 60 franchise units in top markets, including Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.
iCRYO creates Franchisee Advisory Committee to help create successful and thriving local businesses.

Two multi-unit franchisees, who grew their businesses during the pandemic, share their experiences and look forward to future growth.

Mark Oliver, a former oil field worker, became a franchisee with Pool Scouts, a 90-unit pool cleaning and maintenance franchise.

70% of Americans miss their pre-pandemic exercise routines, with 100 million missing workouts, according to a national survey by Orangetheory Fitness and Kelton Global.
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Orangetheory Fitness CEO and Co-Founder David Long joins Scenthound as an investor and Advisory Board member, providing strategic guidance for the pet care franchise.

Honors Holdings acquires 24 more Orangetheory Fitness locations, expanding its portfolio to 102 studios across six states.

Honors Holdings acquires 24 Orangetheory Fitness studios, expanding its portfolio and owning and operating 102 studios across 12 states.
RockBox Fitness, a national kickboxing and functional fitness franchise, announces leadership changes with April Fisk's promotion to Chief Executive Officer.

Dogtopia secured 31 signed franchise agreements in Q1 2021, fueled by pandemic puppy boom and demand for dog daycare services.