The experienced franchise leader has also joined as an investor in the dog wellness brand.
Scenthound, a wellness-centered dog grooming franchise, has announced that David Long, CEO and co-founder of international fitness franchise Orangetheory Fitness has joined as an investor and advisory board member.
David has expressed his plans to take an active role in shaping the future of Scenthound, and he will provide strategic guidance as the brand continues on its national expansion.
“Scenthound is carving out a new paradigm in pet care with an incredible business model and an equally strong purpose,” said David Long. “Dogs are family and I believe very much in the revolutionary concept they’ve built to help pet parents keep their dogs healthy and happy. I got involved to have an impact as this young brand enters an exciting stage of growth and becomes a multi-channel solution in the pet space.”
As well as co-founding Orangetheory Fitness, David has been instrumental in the early stages of many other brands including Massage Envy and European Wax Center. As CEO of Orangetheory, he has opened more than 1,300 studios in 23 countries over the past 10 years.
“We are extremely excited to welcome David Long to Scenthound, both as an investor and advisory board member,” said Scenthound CEO and co-founder Tim Vogel. “David’s experience and consultation will play a critical role in helping us accelerate our growth as a franchise. There are few individuals who match David’s wealth of experience in driving impactful growth – this is an absolute game-changer for Scenthound.”
