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Revamp Your Gym for 2023

Create your gym’s identity for 2023 and start the year strong with an increase in revenue and memberships through Hollman renovations.

In the past 2 years, the pandemic has caused people to re-prioritized their health and wellness. As the world continues to go back to normalcy, gyms have continued to flourish with an increase in retention and new memberships. Gym owners must now compete for memberships through competitive pricing, exceptional equipment options and an atmosphere that attracts to users. 

BRANDING YOUR GYM

AESTHETIC:

When designing your space, color and décor must be intentional to help build an ambiance for users. Color choices can define a space’s energy – from formal and casual to, sophisticated and urban. Art and design help the mind concentrate; consider adding pieces to your space or custom vinyl art to elevate the room and create an eye-catching space.

For Modern designs: Use natural colors, wood, and other elements found in outside. Natural lights, open spaces, and plants can elevate the design, creating a more natural appeal for members that love the outdoors.

For Contemporary designs: Use monochromatic colors such as grey and bold color statements such as branding pieces, art, or even lockers. Contemporary design can have an urban feel with textured materials or metal included in the design, color is used as an intentional contrast.

INCREASE SECURITY:

Security is not a new topic for gym owners; it’s a concern that impacts all employees and members. No matter what type of facility you have, security should be a top priority when it comes to the gym’s design. Give your members and employees the peace of mind that comes with trusted security.

Hollman carries some of the world’s leading lock products, guaranteed to protect in any environment. From manual locks to smart lock integration, we have solutions that accommodate all settings and user activity

ADD AMENITIES:

It’s all about amenities. When it comes down to it, many gyms are similar in the equipment carried, the members they attract, and the type of environment. What really sets two gyms apart is the amenities provided for members; having extra add-ons will increase member retention, provide convenience for users, and give a reason for members to choose your locations over others. To learn more about Hollman’s amenities, read our blog here.

LAYOUT/SPACE:

From open layouts to foyers, a gym’s design ultimately affects how each member uses the space. Whether you carry classes or are an open-space gym, it is important to provide members with enough space to comfortably work out.

Locker room layouts are equally as important. Security and privacy are a primary focus when it comes to the design of the space; it is also important to note the flow of the space matters as well. The layout of the lockers, showers, and additional amenities should be laid out for convenience and well directed. 

For renovations, Hollman can assist with design layout to create the ideal set up as well as work with your current conditions to retrofit your locker room. 

ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES:

Many of Hollman’s products help you gain LEED points. With the U.S. Green Building Council, LEED points are earned by taking steps to become more environmentally friendly. Being a sustainable building can help your business have higher value and lower operational costs. Outside of the benefits for your building, members are attracted towards companies that have green initiatives and are conscious of the environment. 

Hollman actively works on maintaining and improving our green initiatives; we are proud to state that 10-20% of our materials are locally sourced and made of recycled materials. 80% of Hollman’s projects qualify for LEED points based on recycled content and low-emissions materials. You can learn more about Hollman’s sustainability here.

What your gym features can set you apart from the competition; ensure your gym is relevant and up to date on the latest trends and demands. Whether designing a new space or looking for ways to improve your gym. With Hollman, upgrade your gym with our storage and amenities solutions.

January 24, 2023 Tagged With: Hollman, hollman lockers, lockers, locks, materials, security

[Press Release] Hollman Announces The Promotion Of Sue Hwang From Chief Operating Officer To President And Chief Operating Officer


January 2023, Irving, Texas — Hollman, Inc., the industry leader in locker design and solutions, is proud to announce the promotion of Sue Hwang from Chief Operating Officer to President and Chief Operating Officer. She will be assuming the role from current President, Travis Hollman, who will remain as Chief Executive Officer. This is the first time someone from outside of the Hollman family has held this position.

With over two decades of experience in sales and operations, Hwang’s professional specialties include identifying and developing new markets, anticipating and adapting to trends, advising customers on ideal solutions, and developing fresh verticals. In 2018, she was selected as a Women in Business honoree by the Dallas Business Journal.

Travis Hollman, Chief Executive Officer, said, “We have experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years and are positioned to reach even more milestones in the immediate future. Sue’s exceptional leadership skills will take us to the next level and ensure that Hollman continues to be the global leader in locker manufacturing.”

Sue Hwang began her career at Hollman in 1994 as a Project Coordinator under Founder, Joe Hollman. After nine years she stepped away from the company but returned in 2011 as Vice President of the Locker Division when Travis Hollman took the helm from his father. She was promoted to Executive Vice President in 2015 and Chief Operating Officer in 2019 where she oversaw sales, marketing, manufacturing operations, and project management. Under her leadership, the company has continued to expand into new verticals ranging from fitness to a full range of athletics, workspace, and specialty lockers. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from the University of Texas at Austin.

According to Hwang, “I am truly honored to be the first President of Hollman, Inc. from outside of the Hollman family. My goal is to continue building upon and leveraging the innovative competitive advantages that have allowed us to become the largest global locker manufacturer and solution provider. Hollman is in a unique position of continued growth across all market verticals thanks to a top-notch management team closely aligned with the company’s vision and core values. I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead while having fun along the way.”

Download Press Release HERE

More About Sue Hwang HERE

About Hollman Inc.: Hollman lockers was founded in 1976 and is the industry leader in locker design and solutions. We have manufactured more than 12 million lockers for high-profile organizations, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, major American golf courses, corporate centers, country clubs, fitness studios and gyms, college campuses, museums, and hospitals. Our lockers are built to inspire teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and trust among the users. Learn more at www.hollman.com

January 17, 2023 Tagged With: Hollman, Hollman inc, hollman lockers, president, press release, Promotion

Hollman partners with Leukemia Texas for Holiday giving

The Christmas spirit is alive and well here at Hollman Inc!

Each Holiday season, the Hollman Team adopts and supports families for Christmas through the Nonprofit Organization: Leukemia Texas. 

Leukemia Texas is an independent nonprofit corporation dedicated to fighting the life-threatening blood cancer of leukemia through funding research and patient aid in Texas. The program currently serves hundreds of children and adults, per year, in the lone star state.

This holiday season, Hollman partnered with Leukemia Texas to support four local families who each have a child that is currently receiving leukemia treatment.  Our goal throughout this process is to give these families the gift of holiday magic by allowing them to focus on their primary needs and not stress over holiday gifting. This event is very special to Hollman’s heart as the entire company is given the opportunity to participate in gifting, wrapping, and delivery!  

As an extra surprise, The Hollman Family Foundation also donated $2,500 to each family.

For more information on Leukemia Texas or ways you can help visit: https://www.leukemiatexas.org/

The Hollman Team delivering gifts

Project Details

Explore Workspace

When a workspace needs to put in overtime, Hollman leverages 40+ years of manufacturing expertise to transform traditional spaces into innovative environments with lockers that add agility.

    Discover Essentials

    Hollman Lockers Essentials Collection has just made ordering lockers and benches a lot easier. The essentials collection consists of Hollman’s most popular configurations, models, and materials curated together to cut lead times, guaranteeing your lockers delivered between 4-6 weeks upon order approval.

      Explore Fitness

      Today’s fitness centers are more than workout spaces, thanks to health trends and customers who demand more for their membership dollars. We make the process of design and ordering easy, guaranteeing that everything arrives on time and within budget.

        December 21, 2022 Tagged With: Community, Giving back, Hollman, Hollman Family Foundation, hollman lockers, Leukemia Texas, non-profit

        Project Insights: Michigan State University Munn Ice Arena

        Munn Ice Arena renovations give Spartan Hockey a world-class arena with the help of Hollman Lockers

        Home of Michigan State University’s Spartan Hockey team, Munn Ice Arena, has completed its largest renovation to date. After breaking ground in 2019, the renovation was halted due to the pandemic, now four years later, the hockey facility has gotten its much needed facelift. 

        When it came to the locker room renovations for the Spartans, one of the primary drives of the restoration was to create a space for the players to bond and to promote fellowship. Not only was space within the locker room necessary, but the lockers themselves needed to handle the large and heavy equipment involved with hockey.

        Hollman came into the picture, presenting a locker that was designed for MSU based on current player habits and needs. Having the locker room located in an ice arena, it was important to ensure the lockers were durable against the environment. The main component of the lockers were created with black Phenolic, a notoriously durable and water-resistant material; while the integrated benches were made with marine-grade vinyl cushions constructed to withstand water. Using these products will guarantee the lockers stay pristine even with heavy use. 

        Along with durability, the lockers were strategically designed to shelf and hang the necessary pieces of gear without overloading the unit. In general, hockey requires a lot of gear for protective purposes, meaning the design needed to be able to categorize a large volume. 

        Each locker includes three tiers of shelving made to hold helmets, all pads, gloves, and personal items. Below each integrated seat is a lift-up piece for additional storage. One of the unique features of the model is the face-mounted custom skate hooks placed on the lower portion of the locker, designed to keep skates obscured and localized in front of the lower ventilation system to help reduce dry time and bacterial growth. 

        “The thought process to have a changing area where each guy has their own space to put their stuff in so we can keep our locker room orderly, and that’s one thing we talked about as a group. Its super important to us to be a steward of that space…we can say thank you but I think the way you take care of it is the best way to show you appreciate it so that place is going be spotless”, Adam Nightingale, MSU Hockey Head Coach.

        Renovations to Munn Ice Arena were completed this past September, just in time for the Spartan’s regular season. With the facility’s upgrades and the help of Hollman, alums and players are sure to be proud for years to come. 

        Locker Details:

        • Black Phenolic material
        • Marine Grade Vinyl Cushions
        • Aluminum Magnetic Radius Trim
        • Solid Surface bench edge
        • Face mounted skate hooks
        • Solid Surface hooks
        • Lift up radius bench
        • LED lighting

        Sources: Lansing State Journal, The State News

        Project Details

        Explore Athletics

        When you want to make an impression on high-performing athletes and top recruits, start with the locker room. Hollman creates custom space built on your team’s history, culture and core values.

          Discover Phenolic

          Hollman phenolic lockers are built to withstand wet environments, heavy use, and tough conditions. The waterproof and moisture repellent qualities of phenolic material make it the ideal choice for wet and humid settings.

            Check Out Our Gallery

            To see what sets Hollman above the rest, check out our latest projects!

              October 25, 2022 Tagged With: athletic lockers, Athletics, Hockey, Hollman, Hollman inc, hollman lockers, Nanolam, Sports

              Spa Trends of 2022

              Check out some of the latest trends in the spa industry and how Hollman lockers can help you achieve it.

              When clients come to a spa, they vision a getaway place to relax and get pampered. While the services offered are crucial for clients, the environment is a significant factor in whether people decide to choose your spa for its service.

              Creating an environment for your clients will attract new members and will drive retention rates up. Through color and design, décor can be an extension of your brand. With Hollman, design lockers that compliment your space while providing the necessary storage for your member’s personal.

              TRENDING SPA STYLES

              BOHO:

              The look/concept: Browns, burgundy, white, and tan everything. Boho has popularly involved cacti and desert-type vibes, including items like fuzzy white rugs, gold accents shown through lighting and art pieces, and natural wood. The boho-chic style is notorious for having neutral or earth tones with a free-flowing design. 

              GARDEN:

              The look/concept: Bringing the outdoors in with nature-inspired designs and decorations. Natural wood, green tones with biophilic design accents. Connecting with nature has been a trend in wellness for years and members will appreciate spas that embrace the great outdoors.

              MINIMALIST:

              The look/concept: Clean lines, monochromatic tones, neutrals, and simplicity. The style is truly “minimal” keeping rooms open, with lots of lighting, allowing accent pieces or lockers to be the focus of the room. 

              Today’s spa are more than retreat spaces, thanks to health trends and customers who demand more for their membership dollar. See how Hollman can help you create a locker room that is functional, attractive, and above the competition.

              Download our Spa Brochure here. Still have questions? Contact us!

              September 15, 2022 Tagged With: glass, Hollman, hollman lockers, laminate, lockers, materials, Nanolam, phenolic, spa, wood

              The Wait is Over: Introducing the Athletic Collection

              Hollman has continued to push the boundaries on locker manufacturing and recently developed a locker line dedicated to athletics. Hollman’s newest line, the Athletic Collection, was designed with athletes in mind. 

              Through cross-team collaboration, Hollman has developed an Athletic Series within the collection that is comprised of configurations designed based on popular concepts, team needs, and current locker room habits.

              With each series, our locker configurations are created with a unique combination of looks and dynamic capabilities, built for durability with budget-conscious pricing. Each model contains popular designs, amenities, and customization options that allow schools to choose a locker that best fits their team.  

              Hollman Design Lab

              For visions beyond our standard series, the Hollman Design Lab allows you to work hand-in-hand with our teams to design the ultimate locker. We crush the competition with our engineering and customizing capabilities, letting you create the dream locker for your athletes. Every sport is unique, and it is important to Hollman to build a functional locker that organizes your team and optimizes your space. 

              Whether your team is choosing a series model or developing a custom project, Hollman works with you every step, providing you with innovative solutions and ensuring you are satisfied – from design to installation.

              See what Hollman’s Athletic Collection can do for your team, download it here. 

              Discover Hollman Lockers

              EXPLORE ATHLETICS

              When you want to make an impression on high-performing athletes and top recruits, start with the locker room. Hollman creates custom space built on your team’s history, culture and core values.

                OUR MATERIALS

                Hollman has outfitted locker rooms from traditional weightlifting gyms to pilates and yoga studios and even trampoline parks. We make the process of design and ordering easy, guaranteeing that everything arrives on time and within budget.

                  EXPLORE OUR GALLERY

                  Take a look at our portfolio to get inspired for your next project.

                    August 29, 2022 Tagged With: Athletic Collection, Athletics, Hollman, Hollman inc, hollman lockers, materials, Series

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                    Founded in 1976, Hollman, Inc. is the industry leader in locker design and solutions.  We have manufactured more than ten million lockers for high-profile organizations, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, major American golf courses, corporate centers, country clubs, fitness studios and gyms, college campuses, museums, and hospitals. Our lockers are built to inspire teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and trust among the users.