ABC Financial Unveils New Software Features at IHRSA
By heatherf posted in ABC Announcements- March 18th, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., (March 18, 2013) - ABC Financial Services, the leading provider of software and billing in the Health and Fitness Industry, announced the release of new enhancements to its DataTrak software. ABC will demonstrate these features, for the first time, at the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) trade show in Las Vegas, March 19-21.
“Being the industry leader, we have the responsibility to continually enhance our software to give our clients the ability to maximize revenue and perform their job more efficiently. Our client’s success continues to be our top priority”, said Steve Ayers, Chief Revenue Office at ABC Financial. “These enhancements further solidify our commitment to the health and fitness industry,” said Ayers.
Software updates on display will be:
1. MYiCLUBonline Mobile Membership Sales - With MYiCLUBonline, memberships can be sold anytime/anywhere. Using a tablet, a potential member can enter their address or pick a spot on a map to locate the closest facility. Once they choose from membership plans available, the new member can enter basic data billing information and select additional add-ons. They can review their information and sign the contract by using only their finger. New members can easily comment on social media about your club, enroll in MYiCLUBonline and book an orientation session.
2. Capture Point of Sale Signatures Electronically in DataTrak - Using a completely paperless procedure, signatures can be electronically captured for credit card purchases, club account charges and pre-pays. Signatures are stored on the receipt and can be accessed, re-printed or emailed anytime.
About ABC Financial
Launched in 1981, ABC Financial has revolutionized software and payment processing for the health and fitness industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Ark. area, ABC Financial serves approximately 4,200 clubs with approximately two million members throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company’s innovative club management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
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CONTACT:
Steve Ayers
Chief Revenue Officer, ABC Financial
501-515-5066
steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
ABC Financial and reACT Announce Winner
By heatherf posted in ABC Announcements- November 6th, 2012
PRESS RELEASE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., (November 5, 2012) – ABC Financial (ABC) and the Rapid Eccentric Anaerobic Core Trainer (reACT) are pleased to announce Gold’s Gym LA is the winner of the reACT Training System given away at the 2012 Club Industry Tradeshow in Las Vegas, October 10-12. A winner was chosen at random from all entries submitted at the show.
As the world’s first functional eccentric strength & core conditioning system, reACT offers a remarkably time-efficient anaerobic workout resulting in rapid strength gains with absolutely no impact on joints. Poised to be a paradigm shift in the health and fitness industries, reACT provides a new tool set for Trainers and Therapists, enhancing the lives of elite athletes and vitality-oriented Baby Boomers alike. reACT provides the first truly revolutionary advance in the fitness industry in the 21st Century: rapid eccentric anaerobic core training that is safe, efficient and effective.
“We are excited about the opportunity reACT has allowed us to give to Gold’s Gym LA,” said Steve Ayers, Chief Revenue Officer of ABC Financial. “This amazing piece of equipment will take their training program to a different level.”
About ABC Financial
Established in 1981, ABC Financial is the nation’s premier provider of billing services, club management software and membership marketing solutions to the fitness club industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Arkansas area, ABC Financial serves approximately 4,000 clubs with approximately two million members nationwide. The company’s industry-leading club management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Steve Ayers
Chief Revenue Officer, ABC Financial
501-515-5066
steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
- October 26th, 2012
PRESS RELEASE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., (October 23, 2012) - ABC Financial (ABC) is pleased to announce they have been awarded Club Industry’s Best of the Best - Club Management Software award at the 2012 Club Industry Tradeshow in Las Vegas. This is the first year for Club Industry to recognize vendors in their Best of the Best awards. Voting for this award was exclusive to health club owners and operators, followed by an in-depth demonstration to the judging panel. The judges declared ABC’s software was innovative and easy to use, making ABC Financial a natural choice.
“This award means a lot to ABC because it came from our clients and the industry. It validates our hard work and our claim as the industry leader in technology. Thank you to everyone who made this possible. We are truly grateful and blessed,” said Steve Ayers, Chief Revenue Officer.
About ABC Financial
Established in 1981, ABC Financial is the nation’s premier provider of billing services, club management software and membership marketing solutions to the fitness club industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Arkansas area, ABC Financial serves approximately 4,000 clubs with approximately two million members nationwide. The company’s industry-leading club management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Steve Ayers
Chief Revenue Officer, ABC Financial
501-515-5066
steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
September 2012 Software Enhancements
By heatherf posted in ABC Announcements- September 20th, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LITTLE ROCK, AR., (September 20, 2012) – ABC Financial, the leading software and payment processing provider to the health and fitness industry, announces new software enhancements.
“ABC prides itself on being the industry leader in software technology to the health and fitness industry. Our clients deserve the best and the latest in software functionality and that is what ABC Financial provides. These enhancements further solidify that position,” said Steve Ayers, Chief Revenue Officer.
Software updates include:
- Accelerated Services - allows members to purchase a block of sessions or classes, make an initial down payment and split the package over several months. Additionally, clients can purchase sessions that can be used all at once or over time.
- Employee Portal - allows trainers, instructors and service providers the ability to view and manage their own schedule while at home or away from the club.
- Wait List - allows clubs to ensure their classes are at full utilization by automatically creating a wait list of pending members interested in joining. If space opens up due to a cancellation, an email is automatically sent to members alerting them to the opening.
- MYiCLUBonline iPhone App - allows members the ability to perform functions associated with their club activities. This can include booking and canceling appointments, viewing personal training appointments, class schedules and also allows members the ability to check-in to the club using their iPhone or Apple device.
- Upgraded CRS reporting - features a cleaner look with new reports, report queues, enhanced reporting formats, better FAVORITES management, and mobile access.
About ABC Financial
Launched in 1981, ABC Financial has revolutionized software and payment processing for the health and fitness industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Ark. area, ABC Financial serves approximately 3,700 clubs with approximately two million members throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company’s innovative club management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Steve Ayers
Chief Revenue Officer
ABC Financial
501-515-5066
steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
Health Club Software Provider Teams with Anytime Fitness
By heatherf posted in ABC Announcements- June 19th, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Donations Provide Opportunities for At-Risk Children in Oklahoma City
June 19, 2012 – Viewers of ABC’s “Secret Millionaire” Sunday night were undoubtedly moved as they watched the co-founders of Anytime Fitness pour their hearts out, and open up their wallets, after learning about economic and other challenges faced by countless children in Oklahoma City, OK. What viewers may not have realized is that more than a dozen of Anytime Fitness’ preferred vendors, including health club software provider ABC Financial, teamed with the world’s fastest-growing fitness club chain to provide opportunities and enrich the lives of children for many years to come.
“The young children we met in Oklahoma City are dealing with unbelievable hardships,” said Chuck Runyon, Anytime Fitness co-founder and CEO. “Many of them are essentially homeless. Others have educational and nutritional needs that aren’t being met. The generosity of companies like ABC Financial will go a long way towards giving these children a better chance to enjoy happy, healthy and productive lives.”
Among other things, Runyon and Dave Mortensen, Anytime Fitness co-founder and president, donated an entire Anytime Fitness club to benefit the OKC Youth Wrestling Foundation – an organization which mentors underprivileged children with a focus on teaching positive character traits. Twenty percent of the proceeds of the club will go directly to the Foundation, which assists hundreds of children in Oklahoma City each year.
ABC Financial supported Anytime Fitness’ efforts by providing a free year of payment processing services to the club. “We are truly honored to have the opportunity to partner with Anytime Fitness in their efforts to empower youth through positive extracurricular activities like those performed at OKC Youth Wrestling Foundation,” stated Paul Schaller, ABC Financial President. “By investing in our children, we invest in our future.”
“The week we spent with the kids in OKC changed our lives forever,” said Mortensen. “As anyone who watched the show could tell, it’s tough not to get emotional when you see the challenges that these kids face every day. At the same time, it’s incredibly heart-warming to know that there are organizations out there, like OKC Youth Wrestling, that are so dedicated to making a real difference in young people’s lives.”
The new Anytime Fitness club benefiting the Foundation is located at 7140 NW 23rd Street in Bethany, OK. For more information about how the club and the Foundation are assisting children, or about how you can get involved, contact Tyler Williams at tylerjoewilliams@live.com.
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About Anytime Fitness
Founded in 2002, Anytime Fitness is now the fastest-growing fitness club franchise in the world, with nearly 1,600,000 members and 2,000+ clubs worldwide. Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, Anytime Fitness prides itself on providing its members with convenient and affordable fitness options in friendly, well-maintained facilities which feature top-quality exercise equipment. Clubs are now open in 49 states, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Grand Cayman, Poland, the Netherlands, Qatar and Japan. Join one club and use them all. Members also enjoy free access to AnytimeHealth.com, the most comprehensive wellness website available.
About ABC Financial
Launched in 1981, ABC Financial has revolutionized software and payment processing for the health and fitness industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Ark. area, ABC Financial serves approximately 3,800 health clubs with approximately two million members throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company’s innovative gym management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
For additional information, contact:
Steve Ayers, Senior Vice President Sales & Marketingr
ABC Financial
Steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
Or contact—
Mark Daly, National Media Director
Anytime Fitness, LLC
mark.daly@anytimefitness.com
Health Club Software Provider Custom Membership Apps
By heatherf posted in ABC Announcements- February 3rd, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., (February 2, 2012) – ABC Financial, the leading software and payment processing provider to the health and fitness industry, has partnered with Fantastic Fan Sites, creators of custom Facebook pages and business applications, to provide ABC clients with custom membership sales apps designed exclusively for the Facebook platform.
The app features a club-branded Facebook page that enables clubs to fully integrate sales, prospecting and referrals using the viral power of social media. Users can join online through Facebook using DataTrak Club Management Software while securely managing their billing account with MYiCLUBonline. Apps for health club software provider ABC’s partnering service providers - InTouch Follow Up and FitRewards Incentive Program - complete the package but are not required for clubs who don’t yet utilize these additional services.
“With the number of global Facebook users approaching 1 billion, the vast majority of our clients are using Facebook to interact daily with their members and friends. It makes sense to provide our clients with a social media solution that integrates sales and prospecting with our club management software,” says ABC’s Senior Vice President, Steve Ayers.
Sherry Robb, creator of Fantastic Fan Sites adds, “Our partnership with ABC Financial is a perfect fit as they provide a meaningful, measurable sales extension for our Facebook marketing and content services. Lead generation, follow up marketing and direct sales are now achievable without ever asking the mobile user to leave the Facebook platform.”
Health clubs wishing to test drive a membership page or looking to demo some health club software should browse ABC’s Fantastic Fan Site at Facebook.com/abcfinancialservices. And for those wishing to take advantage of this technology may contact Fantastic Fan Sites directly at (250) 862.3640 or fill out a simple request form at www.FantasticFanSites.com/abcapps.
About ABC Financial
Launched in 1981, ABC Financial has revolutionized software and payment processing for the health and fitness industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Ark. area, ABC Financial serves approximately 3,000 clubs with approximately two million members throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company’s innovative gym management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
About Fantastic Fan Sites
Fantastic Fan Sites was originally established in 2011 by Market My Club to provide the health club industry with custom Facebook business pages and daily content services. Their product line has grown to feature specialty apps for other major industry suppliers and has established Fantastic Fan Sites as our industry’s leader in Facebook marketing throughout North America and Oceania.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Steve Ayers
Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing
ABC Financial
501-515-5066
steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
Fitness Club Software Integration Enhancements
By heatherf posted in ABC Announcements- January 9th, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., (January 5, 2012) – ABC Financial (ABC) is pleased to announce DataTrak integration enhancements with InTouch Technology, Visual Fitness Planner (VFP), & Retention Management. Steve Ayers, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing announced the news today.
DataTrak’s Integration with Visual Fitness Planner, Retention Management, and InTouch Technology allows ABC customers the ease of program implementation directed toward prospecting, sales growth and member retention. By integrating ABC’s DataTrak with our vendor partners, real-time information is passed smoothly between the software platforms and marketing tools. “ABC values our relationships with our customers and vendor partners, and these integration enhancements further signify our commitment to continuing our presence as the leading software provider in the fitness industry. ABC is committed to providing our clients with the appropriate fitness club software tools to develop and cultivate relationships with existing and potential members,” said Ayers.
InTouch Follow-Up™ extends ABC Financial’s DataTrak to ensure that no lead or members “fall through the cracks” by automating the follow-up for Membership & Personal Training sales and member retention. Four out of five ABC Financial customers surveyed directly credit InTouch Follow-Up™ for increasing their membership sales by 34%, while giving them real visibility into their sales process. DataTrak clubs can now have a paperless follow-up process that starts with leads automatically flowing to both InTouch and DataTrak via the club welcome kiosk, inbound mobile text (SMS) marketing programs, Facebook, and the member referral module. InTouch Follow-Up auto-schedules what’s next for every lead and member, which increases staff efficiency and eliminates human error. "Our customers asked for an integrated system to manage all aspects of their club, from proactively managing their leads & members to club billing,” said Scott Johnston, CEO of InTouch Follow-Up. “Our seamless integration with ABC Financial's industry-leading DataTrak provides that and much more."
With nearly 150 years’ of health club management and sales experience in the industry, the Visual Fitness Planner team provides proven and innovative ideas, training, and consulting that when combined with our technology modules of VFP and TouchPoint drive sales success forward over time. VFP’s customized and automated sales systems are integrated with ABC Financial and InTouch Follow-up to provide a seamless flow of critical prospect and member data. The benefits of integration includes: professional and consistent sales presentations linked seamlessly, no duplication of data entry, and consistent training and staff development training platform all from one trusted company. "Visual Fitness Planner is committed to delivering solutions that fit the needs of our customers. All of our technology advances are driven by the needs of the customer and integrating our sales systems with ABC Financial is a critical step in solving the needs of our customers," said Daron Allen, President/CEO of Visual Fitness Planner.
Retention Management®, the Fitness Industry leader in e-Communication, provides ABC Financial clients an automated member retention program that seamlessly integrates a club’s member information with Retention Management’s full service communication programs. Integration with ABC Financial's fitness club software makes their Attendance-Based Programs easy to launch, even easier to maintain and covers every level of the club’s membership base: Automated New Member Integration Series, Automated Attendance-Based health and wellness lifestyle tips, Automated Non-User Recovery Programs. “For many fitness centers, starting and consistently running an active retention program is an overwhelming task. Integration with ABC Financial makes the process of getting started with our service very quick and easy and it keeps the club on track with minimal effort.” stated Richard Ekstrom, President of Retention Management.
About ABC Financial
Launched in 1981, ABC Financial has revolutionized software and payment processing for the health and fitness industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Ark. area, ABC Financial serves approximately 3,000 clubs with approximately two million members throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company’s innovative gym management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Steve Ayers
Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing
ABC Financial
501-515-5066
steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
Health Club Software Provider Preferred for World Gym
By heatherf posted in ABC Announcements- January 5th, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., (January 3, 2012) – Health club software provider ABC Financial (ABC) is pleased to announce their selection as a preferred software and billing provider for World Gym International. Steve Ayers, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing announced the news today.
The iconic World Gym brand was founded in 1976 by Joe Gold during the glory days of “Muscle Beach” in Santa Monica, CA. Since that time, World Gym has evolved into an internationally recognized brand - the world famous brand of seriously fun fitness. World Gym currently has over 200 franchisees worldwide, located in the USA, Canada, Mexico, Central & South America, Europe, Russia, Asia, Australia, and in the Middle East.
“ABC Financial has a long history with World Gym and currently works with many existing World Gym franchise owners. They have tremendous experience and a great reputation in the industry and were a logical choice and welcome addition to the World Gym vendor program.” said Bill Windscheif, CEO of Winfit Enterprises. Guy Cammilleri, Managing Director of World Gym International added, “We are very excited to bring ABC Financial into our family of preferred vendors. I know that with their level of commitment and service they will be able to add value to our new and existing franchisees.”
“I am excited that we are able to take our relationship with World Gym to the next level.” said Ayers. “ABC has provided world class customer service and the industry’s leading software for over 30 years, and feel we bring great value to the World Gym brand and franchisees” said Ayers.
About ABC Financial
Launched in 1981, ABC Financial has revolutionized software and payment processing for the health and fitness industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Ark. area, ABC Financial serves approximately 3,000 clubs with approximately two million members throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company’s innovative gym management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Steve Ayers
Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing
ABC Financial
501-515-5066
steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
Health Club Software Provider Enhances Facebook Page
By heatherf posted in ABC Announcements- December 13th, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., (December 12, 2011) – ABC Financial (ABC) is pleased to announce the release of their new and improved Facebook page. Steve Ayers, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing announced the news today.
The health club software provider’s Facebook page has been redesigned to be more informative and interactive. The Home Tab has been designed to allow non-ABC clubs the ability to easily find out more about ABC’s services and request a demo. “I am excited ABC will finally get to utilize this massive social media outlet to the benefit of our existing and future customers,” said Ayers. “ABC is always trying to find new ways to inform and educate the public about our products and services.”
With the average American spending almost eight hours per month browsing 900 million pages, groups, events and community pages, ABC is enroute to becoming the industry’s social media business hub. ABC’s Facebook page’s central portal facilitates the delivery of B2B information exchange - providing greater value to their partnering health clubs on the world’s largest social media platform. Future plans include the addition of their partner’s applications – delivering a true one-stop shop for all of your club management, billing and software solutions.
Visit ABC’s Facebook Home Page and check them out. “Like” ABC before December 23, 2011, and be entered to win one of many prizes.
About ABC Financial
Launched in 1981, ABC Financial has revolutionized software and payment processing for the health and fitness industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Ark. area, ABC Financial serves approximately 3,000 clubs with approximately two million members throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company’s innovative gym management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Steve Ayers
Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing
ABC Financial
501-515-5066
steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
- November 29th, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., (November 29, 2011) – Health Club Software provider ABC Financial (ABC) is pleased to announce the addition of Cheryl Rogers as Regional Sales Director – Canada. Steve Ayers, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing announced the news today.
Rogers comes to ABC from ROXIO, a division of ROVI Corporation, a digital media software company. During her 11 year employment, Rogers was instrumental in acquiring many large corporate and government contracts. “Rogers will be a great asset to ABC,” said Ayers. “We are truly excited about ABC’s rapidly increasing market share in Canada and believe Rogers is the right person to lead this expansion. With her vast experience in software sales, Rogers will be instrumental in building relationships with future ABC clients.”
ABC recently launched an initiative to dramatically increase their presence in Canada. Due to this initiative, ABC has already signed and converted a large Gold’s Gym chain, existing health clubs and tanning salons. Due to the increase in Canadian business, ABC has found the need to assign a sales director specifically to this geographical region.
About ABC Financial
Launched in 1981, ABC Financial has revolutionized software and payment processing for the health and fitness industry. Headquartered in the Little Rock, Ark. area, ABC Financial serves approximately 3,000 clubs with approximately two million members throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company’s innovative health club management software, DataTrak, is the most complete web-based software in the health and fitness industry.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Steve Ayers
Chief Revenue Officer
ABC Financial
501-515-5066
steve.ayers@abcfinancial.com
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