Fitness Together Franchise Corporation Appoints Director of Sales

The Fitness Together Franchise Corporation (FTFC), the world’s largest wellness organization offering two franchise business models, recently announced Patrick Pounders as FTFC’s Director of Sales.  Pounders will be ensuring that all areas of the franchise sales department is growing and operating smoothly.

Pounders has proven leadership skills and has repeatedly moved up in the organizations he has been working with.  Most recently he served as the VP of Partner Sales for SkinIt.com, an Internet based company focused on personalization of consumer electronics.  With much experience in the franchise industry, Patrick acted as Director of Franchise Sales and then was promoted to VP of Sales and Marketing with Executive Tans, a national tanning franchise where he was instrumental in company operations and new business growth.   In addition, Patrick was National Sales Manager for ServiceMagic.com; an internet based contractor referral service, and also worked for Denver’s largest radio conglomerate, Clear Channel Communications.  Patrick holds his BA in Speech Communications. 

Fitness Together Franchise Corporation provides two Franchise Business models, both in the wellness industry.  Franchising since 1996 Fitness Together offers personal training in a private studio setting.   They recently sold their 500th location and currently employ 3,000 personal trainers who are responsible for training over 30,000 clients per week.  elements therapeutic massage is  FTFC’s second business model and provides professional massage services at a cost-effective price point.   After launching in November of 2006, elements quickly sold 50 locations to boast an impressive start.

“Patrick’s experience in sales and franchising offers a fantastic set of talents to the development of our franchise sales department,” says Rick Sikorski, CEO and Founder of the Fitness Together Franchise Corporation.  “His dedication and commitment to success to every organization he has been part of makes him a valuable asset.”

About Fitness Together

Established in 1996 in response to the growing demand for personal fitness training, Fitness Together offers the latest in one-on-one personal training. Based in Highlands Ranch, Colo., Fitness Together is part of the Fitness Together Franchise Corporation, the world’s largest wellness organization. Fitness Together, founded by fitness leader Rick Sikorski, is built on three main foundations: strong corporate support, proven operating systems, and excellent leaders. There are over 370 Fitness Together franchise locations throughout the United States, Costa Rica, Israel, Ireland, and Canada and another 160 scheduled to open.  The Fitness Together Franchise Corporation also includes elements therapeutic massage.