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President Board of Directors

HobbyTown USA® was founded in 1980 by Merlin Hayes and Thomas Walla with the purchase of a local business in Lincoln, Nebraska. The corporation was established for the sole purpose of sharing their dream with other people who wanted to own their own hobby store. Today, HobbyTown USA® is a nationally registered franchise, and the company is widely regarded as a leader in the retail hobby industry. There are currently over 190 HobbyTown USA® franchises open or under development in 43 states. With the company motto of "Building Your Dream," it is the largest retail hobby franchise in the world and is ranked in the top 2% of all franchises worldwide. More importantly, there are now hundreds of owners realizing their dream of being their own boss and having fun while they do it.

My experience includes:Team/organization development & communicationsNew business development & innovationRetail management consultingFinancial & operational analysisStrategic planningContinual process improvementNational convention & trade show planning/coordinationMy personal mission statement:To serve the HobbyTown organization in my role as president in a manner that honors God and embodies the core values of servant leadership, growth, excellence and teamwork. HobbyTown Unlimited Inc. Purpose:HTU's purpose is to continually develop and improve the franchise model for optimal operation, support and profitability of retail hobby stores; strategically differentiating ourselves in the franchising and hobby retailing marketplaces.HobbyTown Unlimited Inc. Mission:We Help Hobby Retailers GrowHobbyTown Unlimited Inc. Vision: Every North American market engaged and inspired by a HobbyTown shopping experience that leads the industry in innovation and store profitability.HobbyTown Unlimited Inc. Core Values:We Bring It EverydayLead & ServeCultivate GrowthKeep Calm & Hobby OnHobbyTown Unlimited Inc. Core Focus:Purpose/Cause/Passion - We Make Free Time Awesome!Niche - Hobby and Toy RetailingMy StrengthsFinder Top 5:ArrangerIndividualizationResponsibilityFuturisticAnalytical