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Degree Wellness

Brand Summary

Degree Wellness, the brainchild of tech guru Amanda Watts Lightcap and her husband Tom Lightcap, a hedge fund manager, was created to provide the premier self-care experience. Prior to Degree Wellness, Amanda launched two tech startups specializing in retail, technology, and consumer goods. With the backing of Franworth, the expert in sustainable franchise growth, Degree Wellness offers innovative wellness solutions that have created the premier boutique wellness experience using heat, cold, light, and advanced nutrients. Our mission is to help communities everywhere live happier, healthier lives.

Amanda’s personal journey with Thyroid Cancer in early 2021 brought her closer to the benefits of Degree Wellness services. Using cryotherapy to manage brain fog and stress, sauna for improved sleep, red light therapy to reduce scarring, and IVs to boost energy, Amanda transformed from feeling her worst to living her best. This personal experience fuels the brand’s commitment to holistic wellness.

Degree Wellness is actively investing alongside franchisees, having recently opened its third location, with a fourth under development. We are committed to further developing markets like Jacksonville with corporate studios.

Our current services include cryotherapy, infrared sauna, cold plunge, red light therapy, IV drips and IM injections, compression massage, oxygen, and non-invasive light facials. Degree Wellness is dedicated to spreading self-care and wellness through innovative, technology-driven solutions, supported by a robust infrastructure and an inspiring brand story. Join us in our mission to help communities live their healthiest lives!

Brand Superpowers

Proven Pre-Sales Marketing Plan Drives Recurring Revenue

"Do Great & Feel Better" Concept Changes People's Lives

Maximum Technology Automation Creates Simple Labor Model

Incredible UE Attracts Modest Investors & Portfolio Builders

Modest Upfront Investment & Comprehensive Service Variety

*THE NUMBERS

$342,400 - $795,400 Investment Range

$610,397 Average Gross Revenue

$239,465 (39.2%) Average Net Income Adjusted, OO

7% Royalty

Brand Fund

$450,000 Financial Requirements

Business Basics Get to know the brand

The Stats What is the growth trajectory of the brand

Ideal Candidate What characteristics do the highest-performing franchisees have

Founder	Amanda Watts-Lightcap
Home Office Location	Jacksonville, FL
Company Founded	2018
Began Franchising	2024
Industry	Health & Wellness
Industry Size	$1.8tn global market, $0.5b US market
Veteran Discount	$2,500 off initial franchise fee
Group Health Insurance	No

Business Basics Get to know the brand

Founder	Amanda Watts-Lightcap
Home Office Location	Jacksonville, FL
Company Founded	2018
Began Franchising	2024
Industry	Health & Wellness
Industry Size	$1.8tn global market, $0.5b US market
Veteran Discount	$2,500 off initial franchise fee
Group Health Insurance	No

The Stats What is the growth trajectory of the brand

Company Units Open	4
Franchise Units Awarded All Time	130
Franchise Units Awarded Last 12 Months	130
Franchise Units Open	0
Number of franchisees	58

Ideal Candidate What characteristics do the highest-performing franchisees have

Relationship Builder
Passion to Help People
No Industry Experience Required
Community Centric
Business Acumen
Passion for health/wellness

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO THEY OFFER FINANCING TO HELP BUY THE FRANCHISE?

Yes

WHAT KIND OF TECHNOLOGY DO THEY HAVE IN PLACE?

Scheduling, CRM and Billing

DO THEY OFFER FLEXIBLE OWNERSHIP?

Yes

DO THEY OFFER A DISCOUNT TO VETERANS?

$2,500 off initial franchise fee

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