Overview
Michael J. Blouin is Founding Partner & Senior Vice President, Corporate Development at Crunch Fitness, a position Blouin has held since 2011[1][3]. As a founding partner, Blouin co-created the franchise business model and developed scalable structures for growth[2]. Prior to joining Crunch Fitness, Blouin held Vice President roles at Planet Fitness in Finance (2007–2010)[5] and at Cybex International as Senior Vice President of Cybex Capital (2010–2011)[4]. Blouin's earlier career included positions in investment banking, mortgage finance, and telecommunications, including work at Weatherly Securities Corporation as Vice President & Managing Director of Investment Banking (2001–2002)[7] and at Verizon Information Services as Executive Director of Integration Finance & Development (1987–2001)[8]. Blouin holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting & Business Administration from Gordon College and an MBA from Suffolk University[10][11].
Profile introduction
Some leaders step in once the engine is running. I’ve spent my career building the engine — designing the system, mapping the road, and bringing the right people along for the ride. Over the last 15 years, I’ve helped transform Crunch from a bold turnaround concept into one of the most recognized franchise platforms in fitness. As a founding partner, I co-created the franchise business from the ground up, developing not just growth but the structure that made it scalable, resilient, and trusted. From designing capital partnerships and vendor-financed models to building the strategic supply ch…
Career history
- Founding Partner & Senior Vice President, Corporate Development2011 to presentCrunch Fitness
- Senior Vice President, Cybex Capital2010 to 2011Cybex International, Inc.
- Vice President, Finance2007 to 2010Planet Fitness
- Vice President, Strategic Alliances2003 to 2006Summit Mortgage Corporation - NMLS# 1041
- Vice President & Managing Director, Investment Banking2001 to 2002Weatherly Securities Corporation
- Executive Director, Integration Finance & Development1987 to 2001Verizon Information Services
- Vice President, Finance1997 to 2000Global Directory Services Company (Verizon / R.R. Donnelley Joint Venture)
Education
- Bachelor of Arts - BA, Accounting & Business AdministrationGordon College
Master of Business Administration - MBASuffolk University
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