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Conroe was also recognized as Best US Gym. That same year, the GGFA presented to him the first BRAVO Award, which recognizes franchisees for dedication and support of their fellow franchisees. In 2010, Bryan’s organization was awarded Best Marketing and in 2011, his team received Best Community Outreach for the launch of their youth performance program, giving back to kids in their local schools hit hard with budget cuts. Most recently, Bryan had the privilege of accepting the Presidents’ Award at the 2013 Gold’s Gym Convention, the recipient chosen by the President of the GGFA and the President of GGI. Bryan serves on the GGFA Advisory Board and is one of the most engaged and supportive franchisees in our brand. He has learned a great deal about the business over the years and is very generous in sharing his experience, in support of his fellow owners. He has a big heart and it is evident by the members whose lives he and Kristi have touched. The Gold’s Gyms of Houston have grown to include six locations: Conroe, Kingwood, Houston/Bear Creek, Magnolia (The Woodlands), Park Lakes (Humble), and Cypress Landing now open. Coming up, Bryan is excited about future territory opportunities and is committed to opening new locations. He and Kristi have maintained a personal goal to open 15 locations or achieve 100,000 active members; whichever comes first. W B HY IT ALL MATTERS Gold’s Gym Park Lakes, TX 28 ryan and Kristi now live near The Woodlands location in Magnolia. At the core of all their decisions, living out their principles has paid off, even though they made sacrifices along the way. Bryan will tell you that their son, Grayson, gave them the courage to pur-