The accident also claimed the life of his daughter Sally. Richard’s wife and two of their other children sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the accident. Another daughter was traveling overseas and was not in the vehicle.

This change by the Chinese strength equipment manufacturer is said to be part of the company’s plan to expand internationally and make its name easier to remember and pronounce.

Fitness Ventures LLC, reportedly one of the largest growing Crunch franchisees, operates in over 25 states and owns Crunch Fitness Pleasant Hills.

Spearheaded by GTOne Management Group, led by industry veterans Abhi, Rama, Chandu, and Narsa, the goal is to be open before Winter 2024.

Led by Crunch Fitness franchisee, The Undefeated Tribe, Crunch North Round Rock will be located in the University Oaks Shopping Center, creating a new offering for North Round Rock residents.

The company said it is also moving forward with plans to bring new locations to new markets, including San Antonio and Austin, TX and throughout South Florida.

With over 37 locations, the fitness club operator added two seasoned executives to its leadership team—Aaron Watkins as the chief financial officer, and MJ Patti has taken on the senior vice president of people and culture role.

Payntr Golf raised $1 million in investment capital in the second quarter, adding to other highlights for the first half, including double-digit growth and expansion of its retail presence.

Before joining Club Champion, Colin Hall was chief revenue officer and marketing officer at Fusion Education Group, overseeing the company’s sales and marketing brands. He was also CMO at Allen-Edmonds Shoe Corp.

The latest franchise will open in American Fork, UT. This new facility is the second announced in Utah and reportedly “underscores Pickleball Kingdom’s commitment to bringing premier indoor pickleball facilities to the Beehive State.”