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Laura Michaels

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Editor in chief of @FranTimes, reader of books, Hawkeye for life (even in Minnesota)
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As Private Equity Turns Its Attention to Franchise Suppliers, M&A Activity Picks Up

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By Laura Michaels Verified
| Franchise Times Magazine Verified
Since 2021, private equity firms have acquired more than a dozen franchise broker, lead generation and marketing companies as these investors seek exposure to a business model they view as durable and capable of generating strong returns. When Don Daszkowski sold a stake in the International Franchise Professionals Group to Princeton Equity Group, he did so for a reason commonly cited by founders, franchisors and franchisees when they bring institutional investors into their business.
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More Consolidation Is Coming to Franchised Fitness Systems

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By Laura Michaels Verified
| Franchise Times Magazine Verified
Notable acquisition activity is taking place in some of the largest fitness franchise systems, and leaders in the space are expecting an uptick. A couple recent transactions: Flynn Group bought Grand Fitness Partners and its 98 Planet Fitness locations; and Fitness Ventures announced last month it picked up 22 Crunch Fitness units to make it the largest operator in that system.
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New Franchisees Bring Barre3’s Low-Impact Workouts to Chile

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By Laura Michaels Verified
| Franchise Times Magazine Verified
Barre3’s classes combine strength conditioning, low-impact cardio and mindfulness. New franchisees are introducing Barre3 in Santiago and expect the concept to resonate with Chilean consumers—particularly women—looking for a workout that emphasizes strength and a mind-body connection. Additional growth outside the United States will only come with the right partners, the brand's president says.
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