January 04, 2007
National Health Concept Leader Massage Envy Passes Another Momentous Milestone In Texas
Coppell Resident Wins Free Membership After Receiving the
Company's Two Millionth Massage
COPPELL, Texas - January 4, 2007 -Massage Envy
therapist nationwide have given one-million massages within seven
months. In May, Peggy Roby of Houston entered the Willowbrook
Massage Envy and received the millionth massage. On December 6th,
Jamie White of Coppell walked into the Coppell Massage Envy clinic
and won a one-year membership and a basket filled with other
pampered gifts after receiving the company's two millionth massage.
Her therapist, Carol Ogles, also earned a $500 cash prize.
"What a way to start another year," said White. "I'll never turn
down a free massage! I certainly won't turn down a year of them! I
hope the three millionth massage is given in Texas as well!"
The national franchise company has been tallying the number of
massages performed at each of its 143 operating clinics since its
founding four years ago.
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Massage Envy brings
therapeutic massages out of the elite and makes them available to
anyone interested in their wellness through a membership plan
similar to those offered at health clubs. Members can enjoy an
unlimited number of Swedish, sports and other massages, along with
massage discounts for family members and other benefits. Massage
Envy currently boasts more than 90,000 active members, and has
2,000 registered therapists nationwide.
"We have a business model that makes massages convenient and
affordable," said John Leonesio, the company's founder and chief
executive officer.
Massage therapy is a $6 billion to $11 billion industry,
according to statistics from the American Massage Therapy
Association. During the past year, approximately 47 million
American adults received a massage for everything from stress
reduction and pain relief to overall relaxation.
"We believe everyone should be able to take advantage of the
therapeutic and stress-relieving benefits of massage therapy, which
is why we created this category," said Leonesio.
Thai and Peter Nguyen, franchise owner of the Coppell clinic,
were delighted to help Massage Envy celebrate its two millionth
milestone. Massage Envy is the first national franchise that brings
therapeutic massages to the masses. The $100 million company has
143 operating clinics and 430 franchises in 30 states. For more
information, visit www.massageenvy.com
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