Gym Ventures dba Kid Ventures

Our key competitive advantage is integrating a fun environment that fosters a positive, proven and effective atmosphere for early childhood learning.

  • Stage $1M in TTM Revenue
  • Industry Education
  • Location San Diego, CA, US
  • Currency USD
  • Founded 2008
  • Employees 50
  • Website indoorplaysandiego.com

Company Summary

Kid Ventures is the next generation in boutique-style indoor family play centers. Kids play in a fun and stimulating indoor play village designed to stretch their creative muscles in a healthy and safe way. Kid Ventures is much more than a place for kids to play; our curriculum guides creative play with structured activities focused on learning, entertainment and enrichment. Themed birthday parties and seasonal camps complement these services.

Team

  • Chief Operating Officer

    Develop distinctive strategies to achieve shareholder value and financial performance. Build and execute organizational fitness plans that turnaround undermanaged or underperforming companies. Supply the fuel for growth companies seeking a new vision, mission, breakthrough ideas and initiatives that deliver results. Provide broad knowledge and seasoned judgment to middle stage businesses needing guidance and planning for complex issues.

  • Darren Solomon
    Co-Founder, President and CEO

    Co-Founded Kid Ventures and is in charge of operations, capital management and expansion strategy. Successfully opened three profitable Kid Ventures locations within five years. Raised over $3.8M in debt financing for operating capital, tenant improvements, equipment finance and real estate acquisition.

  • Debbie Fricker Solomon
    Co-Founder, Chief Brand Officer

    In 1997, successfully launched one of SD’s premier gymnastics centers, Gym Ventures, which had more than 400 enrolled students at its peak and an alumni of world-class athletes in the sport of gymnastics.
    • Co-founded Kid Ventures and is responsible for the development and implementation of all curriculum for Kid Ventures Edutainment Programs.
    • Certifications include Preschool Development, Kinder Accreditation for Teachers, Child Safety.

Advisors

  • Rick Weintraub
    Mergers and Acquisitions Attorney
    Unconfirmed

Previous Investors

  • Darren Solomon
    Co-Founder, President and CEO
    Unconfirmed

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