September 2012
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ter developed more than 700 units across 10
states.
Additionally, Welter led 24 Hour Fit-
ness, a multi-billion dollar operation. “We
grew that brand from a single location to 400
units, a leader in fitness across the United
States,” he said. “We also inked sponsorships
with big names – Magic Johnson, Lance
Armstrong, Shaquille O’Neal, YaoMing and
Andre Agassi.”
Welter joined J.D. Byrider because it
was a family-owned operation in a position
to grow, and he knew he could take it to the
next level. With his expertise in franchising,
along with his multi-unit leadership back-
ground, Welter was confident he was the
right person to help the brand achieve that
growth. “The thing that excited me was the
great opportunity that our brand provides
not only prospective investors and existing
franchisees, but also our customers,” he said.
“
When I was considering J.D. Byrider, I saw
