Business Development Executive

Retro Fitness Corporate•Palm Beach County, FL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Retro Fitness, a high-growth national gym franchisor headquartered in Southeast Florida, is seeking a results-driven Business Development Executive to scale the brand’s footprint across the U.S. and internationally. This executive role leads franchise sales and development across single-unit, multi-unit, and territory development opportunities, including high-investment models with total investment thresholds exceeding $2 million per location. The ideal candidate brings an established network of well-capitalized investors, a strategic mindset, and a hands-on leadership style. The position works cross-functionally to accelerate new growth and build strong relationships with the existing franchise community, including support for renewals, investment opportunities, and consolidation strategies. It is a full-time, on-site role based in Southeast Florida. Remote and hybrid arrangements will not be considered. Retro Fitness is a leading High-Value, Low-Price fitness franchise. Its offering includes a connected member app, fitness equipment, a Smoothie Bar, and recovery and wellness amenities. The company describes its brand philosophy as focused on welcoming environments, authentic connections, and inclusive, motivating, attainable fitness experiences.

Requirements

Demonstrated success leading franchise development in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.
Deep experience selling high-investment franchise models with average total investment exceeding $2 million.
Strong grasp of territory development structures.
Proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with prospective and existing franchisees.
Established investor contacts across private equity, family office, and multi-unit operator communities.
Collaborative leadership style and excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Bachelor’s degree required.

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred.
Experience supporting international growth through partnership formation and market entry planning.

Responsibilities

Lead development strategy across single-unit, multi-unit, and territory development opportunities and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified franchisees.
Build and maintain relationships with current franchisees to support renewals, market growth, and consolidation efforts that improve operational efficiency and brand consistency.
Use an established network of investors, private equity groups, and family offices to drive development in key and emerging markets.
Partner with the internal real estate team to align site planning and market execution with franchise sales efforts.
Collaborate with marketing, operations, and finance to support onboarding and ramp-up for new franchisees.
Identify domestic and international expansion opportunities and represent the brand in external development forums.
Work with franchisees on portfolio optimization strategies to support long-term growth and unit-level success.