Contact: Bob McQuillan
Tanworld Franchising, Inc.
Phone: 888.338.8993
Email: bob.mcquillan@tanworld.com

TANWORLD® Relocates Corporate Headquarters to Omaha, NE.

Tanning Franchise Chooses Omaha for its Access, Support


(Omaha, NE - August 6, 2008) - TANWORLD®, the Midwest's premier tanning franchise, announces it has relocated its corporate headquarters from Sioux City, Iowa, to the greater Omaha, NE, area. TANWORLD® has experienced strong growth over the past two years requiring the company to relocate to an easily accessible and convenient location to successfully cater to the needs of Franchise Partners.

TANWORLD® evaluated a number of cities in its search for a new headquarters and decided Omaha was the city that most aligned with the company's needs, values and goals.

"Everyone at TANWORLD® is excited to be here in Omaha, and we believe Omaha is the perfect choice for the rapid expansion of our franchise system throughout the Midwest and the entire U.S. Omaha's economy is strong and the city is easily accessible for our Franchise Partners. And the accessibility is convenient for prospective Franchise Partners to visit us and learn more about the opportunities TANWORLD® has to offer," said Bob Bernotas, CEO of TANWORLD®.

"We are delighted that TANWORLD® selected the Greater Omaha area for its national headquarters. This is a real success story in franchising a great business idea and taking it out to entrepreneurs throughout the nation. The Greater Omaha area is committed to providing TANWORLD® the support it needs to keep growing their brand," said David G. Brown, President and CEO of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce.

TANWORLD® has grown from its one salon beginning in 1995 to 52 salons throughout Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin, Ohio, South Dakota, and New Jersey. TANWORLD® is one of the nation's fastest growing tanning franchises.

About TANWORLD®
TANWORLD® was founded in 1995 in Sioux City, Iowa, and began offering franchises in 1997. TANWORLD® salons span three time zones and dominate the Midwest. Committed to safe and responsible indoor tanning, TANWORLD® offers customers exclusive lotions and equipment for optimal care of their skin.