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Daxko Acquires Zen Planner to Become Preeminent Software Provider in Member-based Health & Wellness IndustryBIRMINGHAM, Ala., March 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Daxko announced today it has acquired Zen Planner, a Denver-based provider of member management software, payments, and integrated websites to over 5,500 gyms, martial arts schools, and fitness studios. This acquisition represents a meaningful and logical expansion for Daxko in serving the industry with a shared vision for delivering innovative solutions and providing exceptional experiences to customers and team members alike. This combination creates the only software company capable of serving every segment of the member-based health & wellness market, as Daxko is already the leading provider of enterprise software to large member-based health & wellness organizations, including YMCAs, JCCs, health & fitness clubs, wellness centers, and campus recreation centers. Daxko now has global reach spanning 58 countries, nearly 7,000 customers, and tens of millions of members. "For over 15 years, Daxko has maintained relentless focus on serving this industry," says Daxko's CEO, Dave Gray. "We're excited to add Zen Planner to the Daxko family, which sharpens that focus even further." "Zen Planner has an amazing team of people who are committed to the success of our small business customers. I'm confident that this transaction will enable us to accelerate development of tools and resources for our customers," says Jeff Gardner, CEO of Zen Planner. "Not only are we aligned in our vision to make communities healthier and happier, but we share the belief that a strong company culture is a key ingredient for success." "We have been extremly impressed with Jeff and his entire team. It's rare to find a company with such a similar view on culture, people, and customers," adds Gray. "We're confident this powerful and unique combination will further help our nearly 7,000 customers succeed in building healthier communities." Daxko is a portfolio company of GI Partners, and was represented by Atlas Technology Group and Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. Prior to the acquisition, Zen Planner was a portfolio company of Mainsail Partners and was represented by JMP Securities LLC and Fenwick & West LLP. Zen Planner and its 88 team members will join the Daxko team and will continue to be led by Jeff Gardner as President from their Highlands Ranch, Colorado offices. About Daxko About Zen Planner About GI Partners About Mainsail Partners
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