Unleashed Brands Taps 20+ Year Franchise Industry Veteran Scott Thompson as New Brand President for Premier Martial Arts

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April 06, 2023 // Franchising.com // DALLAS - Premier Martial Arts (PMA) has named Scott Thompson as the company’s new Brand President, effective immediately. Premier Martial Arts is part of the youth enrichment platform Unleashed Brands.

“Scott’s vast experience in almost every aspect of franchising including youth enrichment is powerful as we lead Premier Martial Arts into the future,” said Michael O. Browning, Jr. Founder and CEO of Unleashed Brands. “We are eager for him to dive in as a franchisee advocate that will help us to fulfill the promise of this incredible brand.”

Thompson has more than two decades of experience in franchise leadership, including serving as a multi-unit franchisee, several executive roles with large franchise brands, and as managing director of a private equity fund.

Since 2018, Thompson has served as Managing Director of Level 5 Capital Partners, an Atlanta-based private equity firm that includes brands Big Blue Swim School, Heyday Skincare, Restore Hyper-Wellness, GoDog, KidStrong, and 2ULaundry. Prior to this, Thompson was an executive for Tutor Doctor and Premium Franchise Brands (Jan-Pro Commercial Cleaning & Maid Right), now called Empower Brands.

Thompson’s arrival will allow Premier Martial Arts Founder Barry Van Over to focus on curriculum development, advanced training and new tournament programming. While practicing martial arts, students find discipline, grow leadership skills, build character and learn to focus - combining the benefits of empowering both mind and body.

“I am excited to welcome Scott to PMA Nation and create a powerhouse partnership of Martial Arts and franchising expertise,” said Van Over. “It’s my continued passion to support the Premier Martial Arts culture and help our franchisees operate successful Martial Arts studios.”

Premier Martial Arts’ mission is to provide the skills needed to help its students succeed in life, such as confidence, focus, self-esteem, and physical well-being. The brand’s studios have certified, professional instructors that are trained in modern teaching techniques and martial arts skills.

SOURCE Premier Martial Arts and Unleashed Brands

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