TruGolf Links Signs Newest Franchisee to Begin Developing on Long Island
TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUG) announced the signing of Giovanni "Gio" Dinsay as its newest franchisee for TruGolf Links on Long Island. Dinsay, a healthcare entrepreneur with 27 years of experience in physical therapy, owns 20 outpatient clinics across Long Island and Queens. TruGolf Links provides indoor golf simulator experiences using proprietary software and precision tracking systems.
The company is expanding through a regional developer model, offering territory rights for populations of 1M+. Regional developers can open flagship locations, develop additional units, and participate in revenue generation. They also receive reseller agreements for TruGolf products. The franchise model integrates golf simulation technology with health, wellness, and performance training environments.
TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUG) ha annunciato la firma di Giovanni "Gio" Dinsay come suo nuovo franchisee per TruGolf Links a Long Island. Dinsay, imprenditore nel settore sanitario con 27 anni di esperienza in fisioterapia, possiede 20 cliniche ambulatoriali tra Long Island e Queens. TruGolf Links offre esperienze di simulazione golf indoor utilizzando software proprietari e sistemi di tracciamento di precisione.
L'azienda sta espandendo il proprio modello attraverso sviluppatori regionali, offrendo diritti territoriali per popolazioni superiori a 1 milione. Gli sviluppatori regionali possono aprire sedi principali, sviluppare ulteriori unità e partecipare alla generazione di ricavi. Ricevono inoltre accordi di rivendita per i prodotti TruGolf. Il modello di franchising integra la tecnologia di simulazione golfistica con ambienti dedicati alla salute, al benessere e all'allenamento delle prestazioni.
TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUG) anunció la incorporación de Giovanni "Gio" Dinsay como su nuevo franquiciado para TruGolf Links en Long Island. Dinsay, emprendedor en el sector salud con 27 años de experiencia en terapia física, posee 20 clínicas ambulatorias en Long Island y Queens. TruGolf Links ofrece experiencias de simuladores de golf en interiores utilizando software propietario y sistemas de seguimiento de precisión.
La compañía se está expandiendo mediante un modelo de desarrollador regional, ofreciendo derechos territoriales para poblaciones de más de 1 millón. Los desarrolladores regionales pueden abrir ubicaciones principales, desarrollar unidades adicionales y participar en la generación de ingresos. También reciben acuerdos de reventa para productos TruGolf. El modelo de franquicia integra tecnología de simulación de golf con entornos de salud, bienestar y entrenamiento de rendimiento.
TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (나스닥: TRUG)가 롱아일랜드에서 TruGolf Links의 최신 가맹점으로 Giovanni "Gio" Dinsay를 영입했다고 발표했습니다. Dinsay는 물리치료 분야에서 27년 경력을 가진 의료 기업가로, 롱아일랜드와 퀸스에 20개의 외래 진료 클리닉을 운영하고 있습니다. TruGolf Links는 독자적인 소프트웨어와 정밀 추적 시스템을 이용한 실내 골프 시뮬레이터 경험을 제공합니다.
회사는 100만 명 이상의 인구를 대상으로 하는 지역 개발자 모델을 통해 확장하고 있습니다. 지역 개발자는 주요 매장을 개설하고 추가 지점을 개발하며 수익 창출에 참여할 수 있습니다. 또한 TruGolf 제품에 대한 재판매 계약도 받습니다. 이 프랜차이즈 모델은 골프 시뮬레이션 기술을 건강, 웰니스 및 퍼포먼스 트레이닝 환경과 통합합니다.
TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq : TRUG) a annoncé la signature de Giovanni "Gio" Dinsay en tant que nouveau franchisé pour TruGolf Links à Long Island. Dinsay, entrepreneur dans le secteur de la santé avec 27 ans d'expérience en physiothérapie, possède 20 cliniques ambulatoires à Long Island et dans le Queens. TruGolf Links propose des expériences de simulateurs de golf en intérieur utilisant un logiciel propriétaire et des systèmes de suivi de précision.
L'entreprise se développe via un modèle de développeur régional, offrant des droits territoriaux pour des populations de plus d'un million d'habitants. Les développeurs régionaux peuvent ouvrir des sites phares, développer des unités supplémentaires et participer à la génération de revenus. Ils bénéficient également d'accords de revente pour les produits TruGolf. Le modèle de franchise intègre la technologie de simulation de golf avec des environnements de santé, bien-être et entraînement de performance.
TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUG) gab die Verpflichtung von Giovanni "Gio" Dinsay als neuesten Franchise-Nehmer für TruGolf Links auf Long Island bekannt. Dinsay, ein Unternehmer im Gesundheitswesen mit 27 Jahren Erfahrung in der Physiotherapie, besitzt 20 ambulante Kliniken auf Long Island und in Queens. TruGolf Links bietet Indoor-Golf-Simulator-Erlebnisse mit proprietärer Software und präzisen Tracking-Systemen.
Das Unternehmen expandiert durch ein regionales Entwickler-Modell und bietet Gebietslizenzen für Bevölkerungen von über 1 Million an. Regionale Entwickler können Hauptstandorte eröffnen, weitere Einheiten entwickeln und an der Umsatzgenerierung teilnehmen. Zudem erhalten sie Wiederverkaufsvereinbarungen für TruGolf-Produkte. Das Franchise-Modell verbindet Golf-Simulationstechnologie mit Gesundheits-, Wellness- und Leistungstrainingsumgebungen.
- Strategic expansion into the New York market with an experienced healthcare entrepreneur
- Franchisee brings established network of 20 clinics and deep local market connections
- Regional developer model offers multiple revenue streams through franchise fees and product reselling
- Integration of golf simulators with health and wellness applications expands market potential
- First-ever franchisee indicates early stage of franchise development with potential operational risks
- Success of the franchise model remains unproven with no track record
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TruGolf expands through regional developer model, signing healthcare entrepreneur for Long Island territory, indicating execution of growth strategy.
TruGolf's announcement about signing Giovanni Dinsay as a new regional developer franchisee on Long Island represents a strategic expansion of their indoor golf simulator concept into the New York market. This follows their established regional developer franchise model, which focuses on partnering with experienced entrepreneurs who can develop multiple locations within specific territories.
Dinsay brings valuable assets to this partnership: 27 years of healthcare experience, proven business scaling capabilities (growing from 1 to 20 locations), and deep community connections in Long Island and Queens. His background in physical therapy creates interesting synergies with TruGolf's technology, which has applications in both recreation and physical wellness/rehabilitation.
TruGolf's regional developer strategy is particularly noteworthy as it offers three revenue streams to franchisees: (1) owning/operating their own TruGolf Links locations, (2) recruiting and supporting other franchisees within their territory while collecting a portion of those revenues, and (3) serving as authorized resellers of TruGolf simulator products in their region. This multi-faceted approach reduces dependency on single-unit economics and potentially accelerates territory development.
This announcement demonstrates execution of TruGolf's franchise growth strategy following their Nasdaq listing (TRUG), though investors should note that franchise expansion typically involves a gradual revenue ramp as locations develop. The company is leveraging its established technology position in golf simulators (dating back to 1983) to expand its physical retail presence, potentially creating additional sales channels for its simulator products beyond the direct franchise fees and royalties.
Iconic Golf Simulator Company Now Franchising Grants Seasoned Healthcare Entrepreneur Opportunity to Develop Long Island
LONG ISLAND, NY, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TruGolf Links Franchising, LLC (“TruGolf”), wholly owned by TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUG), the leading provider of golf simulator software and hardware, announced today the signing of its newest franchisee, Giovanni “Gio” Dinsay. With over 27 years of experience in physical therapy and rehabilitation, Gio has built a reputation as a visionary in the wellness space. His private practice, founded 17 years ago, has grown from a single location to 20 high-performing outpatient clinics on Long Island and in Queens. Known for his deep connections within the orthopedic and chiropractic communities, Gio brings a trusted voice and proven leadership to TruGolf Links’ strategic expansion with the first presence in New York.
“I’ve always looked for innovative ways to support physical health and performance,” said Dinsay. “Partnering with TruGolf Links allows me to bring that philosophy into an entirely new arena—one that aligns performance, recreation, and rehabilitation in a powerful way.”
TruGolf Links, known for delivering immersive, high-tech golf simulator experiences, is expanding nationwide through a network of experienced entrepreneurs like Gio. His business acumen, local market expertise, and passion for helping others achieve their best make him the ideal partner to introduce and grow the TruGolf Links presence in Long Island.
“We’re excited to welcome Gio to the TruGolf Links family,” said Dr. Ben Litaien, CFE, Chief Development Officer at TruGolf Links. “His proven track record in scaling a successful business and his deep roots in the Long Island community make him a tremendous asset to our team.”
TruGolf Links is transforming the way golf is played, practiced, and enjoyed with state-of-the-art indoor golf simulators that blend realism, technology, and accessibility. With proprietary software, precision tracking systems, and immersive course simulations, TruGolf Links provides a best-in- class experience for everyone—from beginners to PGA professionals. In addition to recreation, TruGolf simulators are also being integrated into health, wellness, and performance training environments, helping individuals improve posture, coordination, strength, and range of motion through the game of golf.
"We started TruGolf Links because of our passion for golf any time of the year,” said Chris Jones, founder and CEO of TruGolf, Inc. “We need to ensure both owner-operators and investors are supported, and we’ve developed an innovative approach to achieve this by offering a variety of growth paths. We are thrilled to officially hit the ground running with our first-ever franchisee to deliver our tech-forward vision to golfers everywhere.”
The company is rapidly expanding across the U.S. through a regional developer model, partnering with high-level entrepreneurs and professionals who are aligned with its vision of bringing golf indoors to more communities, more often. The regional developer franchise allows them to build a network of franchise locations in their territory and participate in the revenues generated. The regional developer franchisees are also offered a reseller agreement to represent the full line of TruGolf products in their territory, a unique and unparalleled opportunity.
For more information about TruGolf Links, visit www.trugolflinks.com or contact Andrew Johnson, Vice President of Franchising at andrewj@trugolflinks.com. Connect on the brand's social pages by visiting https://www.linkedin.com/company/trugolflinks and/or https://www.facebook.com/trugolflinks/.
About TruGolf, Inc.
Since 1983, TruGolf has been passionate about driving the golf industry with innovative indoor golf solutions. TruGolf builds products that capture the spirit of golf. TruGolf’s mission is to help grow the game by attempting to make it more Available, Approachable, and Affordable through technology - because TruGolf believes Golf is for Everyone. TruGolf’s team has built award- winning video games (“Links”), innovative hardware solutions, and an all-new e-sports platform to connect golfers around the world with E6 CONNECT. Since TruGolf’s beginning, TruGolf has continued to attempt to define and redefine what is possible with golf technology.
About TruGolf Links Franchising
While the company offers individual franchises, the focus of its expansion efforts is with Regional Developers who acquire a territory of 1M or more in population, open a flagship location within that territory, then develop the territory with additional units they own or with independent franchisees. Regional Developers are compensated for attracting franchisees and providing support locally to all TruGolf Links locations within their territory. For more information about TruGolf Links franchise program, visit: www.trugolflinks.com/franchising.
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