Ty Thomas

Regional Vice President

Ty Thomas began his entrepreneurial background in the newspaper industry. He grew up in the family-owned business and eventually served as the publisher for the community paper group which was ultimately sold to a multi-billion dollar newspaper conglomerate.

He has over 13 years of franchise experience, including owning his own franchise concepts in the advertising and business services industries as well as the restaurant industry. He played an instrumental role in the development of a comprehensive turnaround and redevelopment program for one of the nation’s largest Baby Boomer condominium developers.

Ty began working for United Franchise Group as a Regional Vice President in 2003, developing franchisees and their businesses for EmbroidMe, SIGNARAMA, Billboard Connection, and Plan Ahead Events. Today, he focuses his efforts on operations and development of the EmbroidMe and Plan Ahead Events brands.