Business Adviser Magazine September 2013

South Texas Gold’s Gym Owners Named ‘Franchisee of the Year’ McAllen, Texas (July 29, 2013) – Local Gold’s Gym entrepreneurs Eliud Garcia, Esteban Garcia, Teresa Garcia and Cynthia Garcia-Pope were named the “Franchisee of the Year” at the annual Gold’s Gym National Convention held in Las Vegas in mid-July. The award recognized Gold’s Gym South Texas for their consistent demonstration of excellence and support of the Gold’s Gym brand. The Franchisee of the Year is determined by evaluating each of the more than 200 franchisees in the Gold’s Gym network on different criteria including local marketing programs, member services, day-to-day operations and community involvement. Gold’s Gym Laredo was also awarded “Best Community Service Program” Internationally which is a testament of their commitment to their local community. “The Garcia Family are well deserving of this year’s Franchisee of the Year award. In addition to quality operations and top notch customer service, they go above and beyond in serving their communities and the brand,” said Mike Epstein, President of the Gold’s Gym Franchisee Association. “They bring a passion and family atmosphere to everything they do that represents the Gold’s Gym family and their fellow franchisees at the highest level.” “It’s truly an honor for us to win this prestigious award,” said Cynthia Garcia-Pope. “We are proud to have delivered on our promise to provide a one-of-a-kind workout experience for members. We’ll strive to exceed our customers’ expectations in the years ahead with the best in exercise equipment and amenities at our world-class gyms in South Texas.” About Gold’s Gym Established in Venice, Calif. in 1965, Gold’s Gym is the largest full-service gym chain in the world with more than 650 locations in 35 states and 30 countries. The iconic brand ranks in the top 15 percent of Entrepreneur magazine’s 2011 “Franchise 500.” Gold’s Gym offers the latest equipment and services, including group exercise, personal training, cardiovascular equipment, group cycle, Pilates and yoga. With 3 million members worldwide, Gold’s Gym helps all kinds of people achieve their individual potential through fitness. For more information please visit www.goldsgym.com or www.facebook. com/goldsgym. BUSINESS ADVISER 45

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