IMAGE Studios, the industry-leading franchisor of ultra-modern, upscale, turnkey salon suites, is celebrating a franchise development milestone with the opening of its 100th location. Current IMAGE Owners (franchisees), Ray and Pia Arthur, are behind the new location, which opened at 4403 S. Congress Ave. in Austin, Texas.
- Ray began his career in structural engineering before earning an MBA from Purdue University to pursue his dream of owning a business. He later built a successful career at Amazon, managing operational process design and optimization teams for emerging businesses.
- Pia has over 20 years of experience in strategic communications, beginning her career in NYC’s beauty PR industry before moving to Los Angeles to work with brands like YouTube. After 12 years on Amazon’s Communications team, she co-founded Cuore Collective, a boutique communications consultancy.
“It’s amazing to reflect on how far the IMAGE Studios family has come and the passion, creativity, and hard work that have fueled this growth,” said Ray. “With this opening, we’re reminded why we chose to be a part of IMAGE Studios—it’s all about knowing that you’re empowering people and making a positive impact.
“At IMAGE Studios, our mission has always been to empower beauty and wellness professionals to achieve their dreams, and reaching this milestone is proof of the lasting effects we have in communities across the country,” said Jason Olsen, Founder & CEO of IMAGE Studios. “This achievement is a testament to the incredible drive and dedication of our IMAGE Owners, like Ray and Pia, who embody the spirit of entrepreneurship and creativity that define our brand. We’re excited for the future as we continue to grow and innovate together.”