The Current M&A Landscape

This podcast is sponsored by Matrix Fitness. This episode explores the recent merger between SE Brands and OTF, the creation of Purpose Brands, and the appointment of its new CEO, Tom Leverton. Clark discusses with the guests what this new portfolio company brings to both members and investors, some of the expected changes, and how they will impact franchisees and members. They also examine if this merger model could be a blueprint for others in the industry and the potential reasons it might not be applicable. Host: Liz Clark, President and CEO of ‪@HealthandFitnessAssociation‬ Guests: Tom Leverton, New CEO, Purpose Brands; Dave Long, Co-founder, OTF & Co-chair, Purpose Brands; Chuck Runyon, Co-founder, SE Brands & Co-chair, Purpose Brands