2013 and beyond....
As a consequence of our strong growth, we are delighted to introduce, Apex 360, our specialist franchise and sports consultancy business. Our organisation continues to expand and in order to continue to meet the needs of our stakeholders, we are delighted to announce the following positional changes within the wider Apex family to cater for the next leg of growth in 2013 and beyond.
Gary Insley joined the Apex Senior Management team in 2011 and has since developed and launched Apex 360 Ltd alongside Stewart Hunt. Gary and Stewart are now currently focusing on the franchising and management operations of the Apex Dance and Performing Arts Brand.
Lizzy Duck who has been a part of the Apex team since 2006 is now taking full control as Managing Director of Apex Multisports, Hertfordshire. Lizzy has developed many relationships with key organisations across Hertfordshire and will now be the main day-to-day contact for all Apex Multisports and Birthday Enquiries.
Ricky Boxall has been promoted to Camps Controller and is now taking control of all camp operations in the Hertfordshire area. Ricky has worked across all our camps and is set to develop our camp programme, delivering more activities to even more children. Last year we delivered 18 camps to 550 children which in a short timeframe is a wonderful achievement and we hope to continue to expand our growing franchise in this area. This year we expect to cater for up to 700 children, growth of 27%.
Jodie Holley launched the first Apex Dance and Performing Arts Franchise in September 2012 in the South Hertfordshire region and under her direct leadership, the business has responded strongly. In 4 months Jodie has developed her franchise and now employs 8 members of staff, delivering over 60 classes to more than 1000 children every week. Jodie also organised the first ever Apex Flash Mob with over 100 Apex children. Jodie’s business is on course for year on year growth of 56%, proving that focus and personal alignment adds something extra to our offer.
Andrea Campusano is now taking control of our second franchise Apex Dance, Central Hertfordshire. As of the New Year Andrea is set to develop the Dance and Performing Arts Opportunities in the areas of St Albans, Harpenden, Welwyn, Hatfield and Hertsmere; and we are really excited to see the franchise develop in the same way that Jodie Holley's has.
Stewart Hunt has stepped up to CEO and is taking a more strategic role in overseeing the broader Apex business. Given the trajectory of the business, managing the overall growth and managing the brand presence that creates is now a full time job; consequently he has stepped down from his previous roles to focus full time on developing the franchising operations.
We are really excited for the year ahead and believe the new management team will continue to provide you with excellent sports coaching and customer service.
Thank you for your continued support and we wish you all the best for 2013.
Best wishes,
Apex
