NEWPORT NEWS, VA, Oct. 26, 2022 – Kevin and Tamara Lembke have signed a franchise agreement to bring Zoom Room Dog Training to Newport News. As the President of Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA, Kevin Lembke is no stranger to running a successful business. His wife, Tamara, has also been involved in working with children through gymnastics and various camp programs. They have instilled their passion for animals in their children with their daughter wanting to become a veterinarian.
“We are very passionate about animals in general and have instilled that passion in our children. Our daughter wants to be a vet, largely because of her love of our dog. I have been a youth coach (baseball, hockey, soccer) for sports for the last 10+ years. I also do many guest lecture sessions at local colleges focusing on my career in business. I also serve on several boards locally including the United Way and Visit Williamsburg. I have done dozens of interviews on TV, both live and recorded, as well as countless interviews for print media in my role as President of Busch Gardens,” said Kevin Lembke.
The Lembkes saw Zoom Room as an opportunity to take their passion for dogs and combine it with their business experience to create a business that would serve the community by bringing people together. They were also drawn to the fact that Zoom Room is a people-oriented business that has leveraged technology to create a unique experience for both guests and business owners alike.
“While there are many doggy daycare facilities, the Zoom Room concept is truly unique without any direct competition in the area. We see the brand fitting in well with a well educated demographic with discretionary income to spend on their pets. We also believe the brand can be a destination for people to meet other dog owners and not only socialize the dogs but create community friendships as well,” said Kevin Lembke when asked what made them choose Zoom Room over other businesses.
The Lembkes hope to create a location that is known for being the go-to place for dog training and socialization as well as outstanding customer service that drives repeat customers and loyalty to the location and brand. Kevin Lembke plans to use his experience in creating high-performance teams with a strong collaborative culture to build their own business while Tamara focuses on her expertise in coaching and training. Of course, they also want their own dog to be a part of the Zoom Room family!
“We are excited to have Kevin and Tamara join the Zoom Room family and bring the ultimate dog-friendly experience to the Newport News community,” said Mark Van Wye, CEO of Zoom Room. “As active dog owners, they understand the importance of providing a safe and fun environment for dogs to socialize and play.”
Zoom Room is the perfect place for dog owners who want to socialize their dogs and learn about positive dog training methods. The company offers a variety of classes, events and retail products that help strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. Zoom Room also gives back to the community by working closely with animal rescue and welfare organizations.
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ABOUT ZOOM ROOM
Founded in 2007, Zoom Room® is a venture-backed and revolutionary indoor dog training gym with locations across the U.S. With an emphasis on socialization, positive reinforcement, human education and the value of interactive learning, the company aims to strengthen the bond and communication between dogs and their owners. Zoom Room’s key revenue streams include dog training classes, socialization events and retail products. Zoom Room celebrates responsible pet owners who love to socialize with their dogs and embrace positive dog training methods in a fun, friendly environment for working out with your dog. They are the authors of Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps, the best-selling dog training book of 2020, and Ultimate Puppy Training for Kids. Rooted in the belief that it’s important to give back to the community, Zoom Room works closely with animal rescue and welfare organizations both locally and nationwide. Learn more at https://zoomroom.com/.