Schroder to lead group that's built 13
quarters of growth and won national recognition two years
running
PITTSBURGH, April 25,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GNC has nearly 300
successful domestic franchise operating groups across almost 800
locations in the United States
(and when you add GNC's international operators that figure grows.)
Playing a fundamental role in GNC's business transformation from
its origin as a single location health food store to a global
powerhouse, the franchise arm of the company remains true to its
entrepreneurial roots empowering operators to own and run their
businesses in service to consumers and communities on the quest to
Live Well. Leading the charge is John
Schroeder, GNC's new Vice President, Franchise Operations.
An established GNC leader, Schroeder was promoted after serving as
GNC's Divisional Franchise Director for the South and East Regions
and Director of Franchise Operations.
"John is the right person for this role as our business
continues to evolve and thrive," said Nate
Frazier, Chief Operating Officer, GNC. "As we identified the
needs of this position and how best to work with our incredible
operators, we realized we already had the right person in our
organization in John. His experience in retail management and store
operations, combined with his respected tenure at GNC and business
acumen, make him a strong successor to lead domestic franchise
operations."
As head of GNC's franchise operations, Schroeder will have
oversight to three core areas of responsibility:
- Franchisee Enablement – Supporting the network of 300
operator groups to ensure success
- Business Development – Identifying and recruiting new
talent to the GNC franchise business
- Operational Excellence – Leading and optimizing
best-in-class franchise operations
"I'm excited to continue GNC's legacy of entrepreneurialism
supporting our franchisees as they offer innovative products and
solutions to help our consumers Live Well," Schroeder said. "My
focus is to empower operators to perform at their peak potential
while also recruiting new, top-notch talent into our system to
ensure a sustainable and successful future."
Schroeder will lead a team that has seen GNC operators win
back-to-back International Franchise Association's Franchisee of
the Year Awards in Laura
Dalton (in 2022) and Mona and Ash Bailey (in
2023).
Schroeder brings nearly 20 years of experience to the role and
previously spending time with Epic Insurance and Brokers,
MattressFirm, and Game Stop. He's a highly licensed leader
obtaining credentials and licensing in several specialties from
insurance to investigation.
Schroeder is a graduate of Northern
Kentucky University and resides in Houston, Texas.
To learn more about GNC, please visit www.gnc.com.
About GNC
GNC is a leading global health and wellness
brand that provides high-quality, science-based products and
solutions consumers need to live mighty, live fit, and Live
Well.
The brand touches consumers worldwide by providing its products
and services through company-owned retail locations, domestic and
international franchise locations, digital commerce and strong
wholesale and retail partnerships across the globe. GNC's
diversified, multi-channel business model has worldwide reach and a
well-recognized, trusted brand. By combining exceptional
innovation, product development capabilities and an extensive
global distribution network, GNC manages a best-in-class product
portfolio. www.gnc.com.
Media Contacts:
Meredith Klein
Allison+Partners
GNC
Allison+Partners Public Relations
Director, Public Relations
General
Inquiries
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