Howell, Michigan-based LaVida Massage, a unique massage center that promotes health and wellness, today announced its newest franchisee, Julie Ann Gabriel of Howell, Mich. John Hoose, founder of LaVida, made the announcement.
Gabriel will operate a new franchise location in the Farmington, Mich. area, with a target opening scheduled for Fall 2009. A customer herself, Gabriel was intrigued by the high-caliber of service, ambiance and professionalism experienced during her own visits to LaVida. In addition, she was particularly impressed by the ease and functionality of the center’s online booking features, which she describes as essential, yet unmatched in the industry. As a certified massage therapist with a business degree from Baker College, LaVida is an ideal venture for Gabriel.
“I was impressed by the availability of appointments and ease of scheduling, specifically the ability to book online,” said Gabriel. “I did a great deal of research on all similar franchise concepts out there and, in the end, the others did not compare to the LaVida concept. Only LaVida has a streamlined online business model making it easy and convenient for busy customers to book an appointment on their time.” Read more.
