Boutique massage studio chain expanding across US markets
The NOW operates a multi-location massage studio network with 51–200 employees, now scaling franchise operations nationwide. Active hiring is concentrated in healthcare roles (massage therapists and wellness staff), with accelerating velocity in the last 30 days — a direct response to both expansion into new cities and rising demand for practitioners. The tech stack is operations-focused (Zenoti for studio management, NinjaOne and Splashtop for remote IT support, Sonos for in-location audio) rather than consumer-facing, reflecting a business model centered on managing boutique infrastructure, staff scheduling, and franchise partner support rather than direct-to-consumer digital interaction.
The NOW is a boutique massage studio brand founded in 2015, operating multiple locations from coast to coast. The company positions itself as an alternative to traditional high-cost spas, offering customizable massage services in designed studio environments. Revenue comes from direct service delivery at branded boutiques and, increasingly, from franchise partnerships with new location owners. Operations span studio management, therapist coordination, franchise support (including boutique construction and IT setup), and local marketing. The business model requires managing multi-location logistics, staff retention in a tight labor market, and franchise partner enablement.
Zenoti for studio and spa management; NinjaOne and Splashtop for remote IT support; Vonage for communications; Sonos for audio systems. Point-of-sale integration is a current project focus for revenue reconciliation.
The company describes boutiques open 'from coast to coast' with 'steady expansion on the horizon,' but exact location count is not disclosed. Current projects include supporting franchise owners through boutique construction and opening in new cities.
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