PIU Management, LLC, franchisor of the Pump It Up and BounceU brands, announced two new appointments to its senior management team, including Vice President of Operations Scott Keppel, and Vice President of Development and Real Estate Sean Bock.
Keppel will oversee operations for both franchise brands, while Bock will spearhead domestic and international expansion for Pump It Up. Pump It Up, with more than160 locations across the country, and BounceU, with 52 locations, both offer communities a unique and fresh alternative to traditional parties with their colorful, proprietary indoor inflatable structures, climbing walls and other attractions.
Keppel, who brings more than 20 years of experience in operations management to the PIU Management, LLC team, previously served as COO of International Operations for all 13 of Kahala Corp.’s brands, including Cold Stone Creamery, Blimpie, Taco Time, Samurai Sam’s, Surf City Squeeze and Great Steak and Potato. Bock, also a former executive of Kahala Corp. brands, has 10 years experience as a corporate and tax attorney. He was instrumental in the negotiation of international franchise agreements leading to overseas development of six Kahala Corp brands.