Fleet Feet, a franchisor of run specialty stores, opened its newest location in Queen Creek, Arizona. The new store is the first location for owners and operators Tom and Nikki DeBole, and is located southeast of Phoenix at 20062 South Ellsworth Road, Suite 107, Queen Creek, Ariz., 85142.
Both avid runners, the DeBoles are local to the area and have a background in entrepreneurship. The couple was introduced to Fleet Feet when Nikki DeBole gave her husband a Fleet Feet gift card in 2018. After his experience visiting the store and speaking with staff, Tom DeBole knew he wanted to be part of the Fleet Feet community.
“We believe Fleet Feet brings people together,” said Tom DeBole. “Building relationships and being active participants in the communities where we live has been a major reason for our success in previous endeavors. We’re excited to apply that same philosophy to this new journey with Fleet Feet.”
Complementing the new Fleet Feet venture, Tom owns a national lacrosse tournament business and has a background in triathlon. Nikki, who grew up in the area, is a small business owner with retail experience. Both are committed to helping others lead an active lifestyle.
“Tom and Nikki are embedded in the Queen Creek community and have extensive experience fostering inclusive environments by inspiring others with their can-do attitudes,” said John Moloznik, VP of business development, Fleet Feet. “Tom’s track record of creating rewarding opportunities for those around him, paired with Nikki’s comprehensive local knowledge makes them the perfect team to expand our brand presence in Arizona.”
The location will offer a diverse selection of premium footwear and curated apparel, including from brands such as lululemon, Brooks and rabbit, in addition to training plans for various race distances.
Fleet Feet Queen Creek will operate with the brand’s exclusive outfitting experience, fit id, which includes pressure plates and 3D foot scanning technology that allows the brand to accurately assess the size and shape of customer feet and how they move through the gait cycle. This personalized, expert-led approach ensures proper fitting footwear and accessories for each customer.
For over 48 years, Fleet Feet owners, operating partners and employees have created welcoming environments that allow runners, walkers and fitness enthusiasts of all abilities to conquer their goals at every level, on every surface and at every distance with personalized solutions, knowledge and empowerment. Fleet Feet’s nationwide network of community-based retail stores show people how “Running Changes Everything.”
