Before joining Anago, what was Jay Benge's role at Theory Wellness?
Anago Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Mr. Benge joined AFI in September of 2023 as Chief Operating Officer. Prior to joining Anago, he held leadership roles at Theory Wellness as their Executive Vice President from August 2022 to June 2023. At SunFlora, he was President of Franchise Systems from July 2020 to February 2021 when he was promoted to President and served in that role until July 2022. From July 2008 to July 2020, he held several leadership roles at Jackson Hewitt, most notably as their VP of Development and Divisional Vice President of Retail and Franchise Operations. Mr. Benge brings over 20 years of senior leadership and business development experience in both small and large companies, specializing in franchise, retail, and corporate operations. He also holds an MBA and Bachelor of Science in Business Management from California Coast University.
Source: Item 2 — BUSINESS EXPERIENCE (FDD pages 10–11)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Anago's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Jay Benge, the current Chief Operating Officer of Anago Franchising, Inc. (AFI), previously held the position of Executive Vice President at Theory Wellness. He worked at Theory Wellness from August 2022 to June 2023.
Prior to his role at Theory Wellness, Mr. Benge was the President of Franchise Systems at SunFlora from July 2020 to February 2021, after which he was promoted to President and served until July 2022. Before SunFlora, he held several leadership roles at Jackson Hewitt from July 2008 to July 2020, including VP of Development and Divisional Vice President of Retail and Franchise Operations.
This information is relevant for prospective Anago franchisees as it provides insight into the experience and background of the company's leadership. Knowing that the COO has held executive positions in other companies, including franchise systems, may increase a franchisee's confidence in Anago's management and strategic direction.