IMAGE Studios Celebrates Opening its 100th Location
March 5, 2025
IMAGE Studios 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.
Behind the Signed Agreement – Ray & Pia Arthur:
- Ray began his career in structural engineering before earning an MBA from Purdue University to pursue his dream of owning a business. He later built a successful career at Amazon, managing operational process design and optimization teams for emerging businesses.
- Pia has over 20 years of experience in strategic communications, beginning her career in NYC’s beauty PR industry before moving to Los Angeles to work with brands like YouTube. After 12 years on Amazon’s Communications team, she co-founded Cuore Collective, a boutique communications consultancy.
- The husband-and-wife duo was immediately drawn to IMAGE Studios’ franchise opportunity due to its recession-proof business model, diverse service offerings, and strong corporate support. They opened their first location in Austin in May 2023, where they gained invaluable experience and discovered best practices they’re excited to bring to their second location. The 100th location will feature 25 modern, upscale suites, hosting a mix of salon, beauty, and wellness professionals offering diverse services, from hairstyling to tattoo artistry.
- The Arthurs decided to expand their presence in Austin after seeing firsthand how IMAGE Studios empowers local entrepreneurs with the tools and resources to grow their business. The success of their first location reaffirmed their confidence in IMAGE Studios as a smart investment, prompting them to sign additional licenses and commit to six total locations across the Austin market.
“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.”
“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.”
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