Nizel Pradhan
Key Takeaways:
- Zoom Room, a venture-backed indoor dog training gym, announced a landmark 10-unit franchise deal with CFO, Anthony Polazzi.
- Polazzi, also the founder of AP Franchised Concepts, believes Zoom Room presents a lucrative opportunity for franchisees and is eager to create a significant presence for the company in South Florida.
- The global pet services market continues to boom, with growth rates of 9.21% projected from 2023 to 2030.
About Zoom Room
Founded in 2007, Zoom Room is a revolutionary indoor dog training gym with locations across the U.S. The company aims to strengthen the bond and communication between dogs and their owners through an emphasis on socialization, positive reinforcement, human education, and interactive learning. With key revenue streams including dog training classes, socialization events, and retail products, Zoom Room celebrates responsible pet owners who love to socialize with their dogs. They are the authors of the best-selling dog training book, Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps, and Ultimate Puppy Training for Kids. For more information, visit https://zoomroom.com/.
A Historic Franchise Deal
Zoom Room’s CFO, Anthony Polazzi, has entered into a historic 10-unit franchise agreement, marking the largest multi-unit deal since the company’s inception in 2009. This deal is poised to make a significant impact on Zoom Room’s presence in Southeast U.S. and fuel the company’s ongoing expansion, which already reported a quadruple-unit growth at the onset of 2023.
Beyond his roles as Zoom Room’s Director and CFO, Polazzi is also the Founder and President of AP Franchised Concepts, an investment firm focused on the growth of emerging multi-unit franchises across a variety of industries. He first invested in Zoom Room in 2017 and continues to be a minority company owner. As a key partner of the business, Polazzi recognizes the strong potential of Zoom Room’s business model and its potential for long-term gains for franchisees.
Capitalizing on the Booming Pet Services Market
The global pet services market, valued at $24.92 billion in 2022, is predicted to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 9.21% from 2023 to 2030. Despite economic challenges, pet owners continue to invest heavily in pet care, highlighting the lucrative potential of this sector. With its impressive growth trajectory, Zoom Room stands as a promising player within this burgeoning market.
“As the pet industry overall continues to boom… I expect investors in other states will sense the urgency to develop multiple Zoom Room units in key regions across the country, like what we’re doing in Florida,” said Anthony Polazzi.
A Partnership Built on Mutual Growth and Success
Mark Van Wye, CEO of Zoom Room, praised the partnership with Polazzi and the strides they’ve made together.“Whether it be his keen insights into Zoom Room or his exceptional track record in developing multi-unit operations, his unwavering commitment serves as the ultimate affirmation of Zoom Room’s solid foundation,” stated Van Wye.
Polazzi’s move as the largest multi-unit franchisee further validates the growth potential of Zoom Room and illustrates the opportunities it presents to prospective franchisees.
