Category Archives: From the Executive Director

Giving Thanks …

Posted on November 25, 2014 by GGFA

by Ginger Collins, GGFA Executive Director Thursday commemorates a harvest festival celebrated by the Pilgrims in 1621.  Today it has also become a day we give thanks for our blessings from throughout the past year. Here are some fun facts … Continue reading →

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2014 GGFA Owners’ Conference … It’s a Wrap!

Posted on September 30, 2014 by GGFA

by Ginger Collins, GGFA Executive Director The GGFA just completed the milestone 10th Annual Owners’ Conference in New York City last week.  It was two days of excitement, sharing and learning with Franchisees and GGFA Suppliers. The Monday Keynote Speaker, … Continue reading →

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The History of The Gold’s Gym Challenge

Posted on May 20, 2014 by GGFA

by Ginger Collins and the Gold’s Gym Challenge Committee We have wrapped the Gold’s Gym Challenge National judging here in Atlanta!  Congratulations to all the contestants and their hard work and amazing achievements. Calls have already been made to Franchisees notifying … Continue reading →

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A Simple Statement of Appreciation

Posted on February 25, 2014 by GGFA

by Ginger Collins, GGFA Executive Director Leadership.  Dedication.  High-Spirits.  Caring.  Focused.  And relentless on providing you with the best customer service possible. This is what Deborah Collins, Marnie Saylor and Tara DeWees wake up to each morning as they begin … Continue reading →

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What Makes You Feel Good?

Posted on January 14, 2014 by GGFA

by Ginger Collins, GGFA Executive Director All of you know me pretty well. When Marnie told me two weeks ago it was time for me to write another blog, I thought….crapola. With the winter time being my most dreaded time … Continue reading →

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YOU Really Are The Difference That Matters! Reflections of the 2013 Owners’ Conference

Posted on October 8, 2013 by GGFA

By:  Mike Epstein, GGFA President & Ginger Collins, GGFA Executive Director This year’s GGFA Owners’ Conference was our most inspiring event yet. With record setting attendance from our franchisees and supplier partners this year’s conference was our largest, but maintained … Continue reading →

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Where to Find the GGFA Executive Team in Vegas

Posted on July 9, 2013 by GGFA

by Ginger Collins, GGFA Executive Director Managing market shares and disruption while executing strategy is a primary concern for owners.  To be successful, you need to be innovative in how you drive change in your company, how you seek out … Continue reading →

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The Difference That Matters

Posted on June 18, 2013 by GGFA

By  Ginger Collins, GGFA Executive Director Announcing:  2013 GGFA Owners’ Conference September 30 & October 1st “The Difference That Matters” Grand Hyatt New York 109 East 42nd Street at Grand Central Terminal New York, NY  10017 212-883-1234 Featuring:   Cynthia A. Montgomery, … Continue reading →

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The Difference That Matters…

Posted on May 14, 2013 by GGFA

By Ginger Collins GGFA Executive Director First, I have to tell you what a tremendous privilege the GGFA staff considers being the Gold’s Gym Challenge processing agent each year.  This signature event is a wonderful joint effort between the GGFA … Continue reading →

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Really Big News … The GGFA App!

Posted on April 2, 2013 by GGFA

by Ginger Collins GGFA Executive Director It is my great pleasure to introduce the GGFA APP!  This will be your resource for all things GGFA right on your devices – mobiles and tablets!  The robust information will allow you to … Continue reading →

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