ast fall, Evolution Partners’ Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Planet
Fitness® location celebrated its 10th anniversary.
“It’s extremely important as it speaks to the hard work and
dedication put forth by all employees over the years,” said Jeff
Powell, marketing manager with Evolution Partners, which is
owned by Rick and Kristine Raimondo. “We are in a highly
competitive market, and many gyms have tried to take our
members, which has proven unsuccessful. It’s a testament to our
commitment to brand loyalty and the raving fans we help create.”
Although the Cherry Hill club has successfully operated for 10
strong years, the journey was not without its share of obstacles. A
remodel that recently took place proved to be one such challenge.
Throughout the four-month remodel, the club stayed open to the
public through inclement weather and partial closures, including
locker rooms.
But, regardless of any challenges, Evolution Partners pulled
through all while receiving positive feedback.
“We’re honored to serve as one of the longest-tenured gyms
in this highly competitive market of south Jersey,” said Powell.
“Many fitness facilities have come and gone around us, but our
Planet Fitness club continues to thrive. Having recently completed
a million-dollar renovation, we remain committed to providing
members with a state-of-the-art fitness facility and look forward to
the next 10 years when we celebrate our 20th anniversary!” G
Evolution Partners Celebrates Cherry Hill,
New Jersey, Club’s 10th Anniversary
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Evolution Partners’ toughest obstacle was completion of a four-month remodel
while remaining open to the public.
Anchor Management Group Goes Above and Beyond
to Help Their Community During the Holidays
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rom September through November, Anchor
Management Group was out and about helping its
local communities for Thanksgiving.
For the past four years, Anchor Management Group’s
PF® clubs have participated in local food drives. This
past year, nine Planet Fitness® locations teamed up with
local food banks to collect items for those in need. While
collections were not tracked at the majority of clubs, the
Wilmington, North Carolina, location donated the most
and ultimately provided 435 pounds of food and nine
cases of water to the Lowcountry Food Bank.
A total of 18 Planet Fitness team members donated their
Team member Caitlynn Nichols
“We’re very humbled to be able to collect food for
helped deliver 435 pounds of food time to help out with the Birds-N-Brews Community
Turkey Fry.
to the Lowcountry Food Bank.
the communities that PF operates in to help meet the
needs of so many people who are less fortunate,” said
Shelley Choquette, community outreach manager with
volunteered their time to fry over 200 turkeys for families in
Anchor Management Group, which is owned by Alex Choquette.
need. Other clubs in the area chipped in and helped ensure that
“Family is very important to us. We want to be able to help families
the community had a happy holiday by donating funds toward
celebrate the holidays by enjoying dinner together.”
purchasing the turkeys and supplies.
In addition to the food drive, Anchor Management Group,
“It was such an honor to collaborate with the local community,
alongside Rusty Bull Brewing Co., co-sponsored a Birds-N-Brews
especially Ari and Frank from the North Charleston Coliseum,
Community Turkey Fry in North Charleston, South Carolina, on
as well as Ben and Brian from the Rusty Bull,” said Tyler Stott,
Nov. 22.
southern regional manager with Anchor Management Group.
The Turkey Fry event is designed to benefit families in need
“Thank you for hosting such an amazing event. This is considered
through the North Charleston Dream Center and East Cooper
the best time of year, and we were very grateful we were able to
Meals on Wheels. This past year, 18 Planet Fitness employees
provide meals for those in need.” G
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