Franchisees of Leading Upscale Salon Suites Franchise Reinvest in the Brand to Open Second Location in Austin

Salt Lake City, Utah— 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.

“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. This 100th opening is just the beginning, and we’re thrilled to keep building on this success with an incredible team and community behind us.”

In addition to the 100th opening, IMAGE Studios has more than 200 units in development, solidifying itself as a scalable and lucrative business model with unmatched support. From providing a robust training and onboarding program to offering ongoing support and marketing assistance to emphasizing community and networking within the franchise system, the brand enables entrepreneurs to thrive in a competitive market while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of being a business owner.

“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.”

The impressive growth achieved by the brand has not gone unnoticed, as IMAGE Studios was recently recognized on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2025 Franchise 500® List, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. The brand was also recently listed in the 2024 Inc. 5000 list.

For more information on IMAGE Studios and its franchise opportunity, visit https://imagestudios360.com/ or https://imagestudiosfranchise.com/. To learn more about opening your own salon at IMAGE Studios, visit https://imagestudios360.com/open-your-salon/.