Drew LeBlanc's Elite Fitness Named Shreveport's Small Business of the Year for 2008

Drew LeBlanc's Elite Fitness was named Shreveport's Small Business of the Year for 2008 by the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce. In a luncheon ceremony hosted by The Chamber on June 18, 2008 at the Summer Grove Event Center, the award was accepted by Founder and Owner, Drew LeBlanc.

Shreveport, LA (PRWEB) July 13, 2008 -- Drew LeBlanc's Elite Fitness has been recognized as Shreveport's best health club and fitness facility for years by local fitness enthusiasts. On June 18, 2008 all of Shreveport was made aware of this fact by the Great Shreveport Chamber of Commerce. Drew LeBlanc, Owner of Elite Fitness, was on hand at a ceremonial luncheon hosted by the Chamber of Commerce to accept this prestigious award - Small Business of the Year for 2008.

Just 10 short months ago, Elite Fitness took over the old Pier One building on Mansfield and transformed it into the area's most modern health and fitness facility. They had 340 members when they opened their doors; today, they boast over 1,300 and are growing to an expected capacity of 2,300 within the year. Unlike most gyms and health clubs, Elite's success is based on loyalty.

Find Out What Your Customer Wants. Then Give it to Them!

"People thought my wife Lauren and I were crazy when we began researching larger commercial real estate in Southern Hills," says Drew LeBlanc. "We didn't think it was crazy at all, the people in Southern Hills have been loyal to us. We felt we owed it to Shreveport to stay right here." Elite Fitness built upon the charm of the older structure and added all the modern amenities of a first-class fitness facility and wellness center including a sauna in the locker rooms, bistro tables in the juice bar area, which touts Drew's Brews, a tanning bed, even available child care.

A Hired Gun Gets Elite Fitness to the Next Level

"We would never have been able to do this on our own. We've needed the help, support and assistance of our great staff and outside experts," states Mr. LeBlanc. "When we relocated 10 months ago, we hired the health club marketing experts at Profit Partners LLC. They've given us the systems and resources we've needed to grow our membership base, improve member retention and assist in growing other products and services."

"It's a real pleasure working with Drew and Lauren LeBlanc," says Allan Boushie, Co-Founder of Profit Partners LLC. "The LeBlanc's are truly dedicated to customer service. He and Lauren were putting in more than 80 hours a week, working with members, introducing equipment and workout plans. They came to us to help them save time and help them grow. They are very deserving of the Shreveport Small Business of the Year Award for 2008."

In addition to being awarded the Small Business of the Year for 2008, Drew LeBlanc has also been nominated for the Louisiana State Businessperson of the Year Award for 2008. The winner of this prestigious designation will be announced later this year at the Governor's Mansion.

About Drew LeBlanc's Elite Fitness:
Elite Fitness is a full-scale health and fitness center; providing cardio, strength training, group fitness classes, personal training, tanning, a juice bar and child care services for members. The club is located in the former Pier One building, 9060 Mansfield Road in downtown Shreveport, Louisiana.

Contact:
Drew LeBlanc, Owner
Drew Leblanc's Elite Fitness
318-688-7714
http://www.MyEliteFitness.com

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