With the experience to take an individual business through the entire Franchise development process, The Ascente Group provides expertise with business plan development, paperwork and infrastructure. We also act as the brokerage for various levels of franchise ownership, from area development to individual locations.
Ascente Group is the team of experts behind the successful regional chain Massage Envy and national chains European Wax Center and Orangetheory Fitness.

Click here to view article on Ascente Group Founder, David Long, and franchise Orangetheory Fitness featured in Health Club Management magazine.
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