Unleashed Brands Recognized in 2025 Dallas 100™ Entrepreneur Awards
In an exciting announcement, Unleashed Brands, the leading company in youth enrichment, has been awarded the No. 10 position in the prestigious 2025 Dallas 100™ Entrepreneur Awards. This significant accolade reflects the company's unwavering commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the ever-evolving business landscape.
Celebrating Entrepreneurial Excellence
Hosted by the Southern Methodist University (SMU) Cox School of Business's Caruth Institute for Entrepreneurship, the Dallas 100™ Awards honor outstanding entrepreneurs from the North Texas area. The awards celebrate not just financial success, but also the creativity, determination, and innovative spirit that drives businesses forward. Rankings for the award are determined by assessing both percentage and absolute revenue growth over the period from 2022 to 2024.
This recognition is especially meaningful for Unleashed Brands, as it marks their inaugural entry on the list, underscoring the brand's rapid growth and its significant role in creating job opportunities and contributing to the local economy.
A Platform for Growth
Founded with the mission to enhance children's learning and development, Unleashed Brands operates a diverse range of well-respected family-oriented brands. The company's offerings include Urban Air Adventure Park, The Little Gym, Sylvan Learning, Snapology, XP League, Class 101, Premier Martial Arts, and Water Wings Swim School. Annually, these entities serve over 20 million families across an extensive network of more than 1,350 franchise locations.
Key Drivers of Success
As Unleashed Brands celebrates this remarkable feat, the company's journey has been propelled by several strategic initiatives:
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Franchise Expansion: Since its inception, Unleashed Brands has expanded from 150 Urban Air parks to a robust platform comprising eight youth enrichment brands and over 1,400 locations nationwide. They have surpassed $1 billion in systemwide revenue, drastically increasing their community impact.
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Strategic Acquisitions: By acquiring innovative brands like Class 101, Sylvan Learning, and Water Wings Swim School, Unleashed has broadened its ability to support families from early childhood through high school. This approach has fostered a holistic ecosystem that nurtures children's development and provides reliable choices at various life stages.
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Investment in People and Leadership: With a dedicated team of over 300 employees in its newly established 50,000-square-foot headquarters located in Las Colinas, Unleashed Brands emphasizes continuous investment in leadership and employee development. This strategic focus enables ongoing innovation, enhanced franchisee support, and improved brand performance across their expansive portfolio.
A Message from the CEO
Michael Browning Jr., Founder and CEO of Unleashed Brands, expressed his gratitude for this recognition, stating: "We are honored to be recognized alongside the incredible entrepreneurs making an impact in Dallas Fort Worth and beyond. Our journey began with a single park built by hand in Southlake, Texas, and has grown into a national platform that still calls North Texas home. Being named the No. 10 Dallas 100™ company is an honor and a tribute to the hard work of our franchisees, team members, and community partners who are making an impact in the lives of families across the country."
For those interested in learning more about Unleashed Brands and its ongoing initiatives, please visit
UnleashedBrands.com.
About Unleashed Brands
Unleashed Brands aims to curate and expand a portfolio of innovative and profitable franchise brands that are designed to assist children in learning, playing, and growing. Over the past decade, they have established a solid foundation for scaling businesses focused on family-oriented services. Their mission revolves around impacting every child's life by providing enjoyable, engaging, and inspiring experiences that help them reach their full potential.