Sky Zone Appoints Executives to Drive Global Growth and Launch Cloudbound

PROVO, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sky Zone®, the global leader in indoor active entertainment, today announces two key executive appointments to support its next phase of growth. Sherin Sakr has been named President of International, guiding the company’s expansion into new global markets, while Josh Rathweg joins as Brand President of Cloudbound™, a new Sky Zone concept reimagining play for children ages 0–6.

Sherin Sakr Appointed President of International

Sakr will oversee Sky Zone’s international development, leveraging her extensive global experience and franchise expertise to grow the brand’s presence worldwide. Sakr has held senior roles with major law firms and franchise organizations, including Kahala Brands, Realogy Franchise Group, and WellBiz Brands. Born in Cairo and raised across Egypt, Germany, and Puerto Rico, she is fluent in Arabic, German, Spanish, and English. She will continue to serve as Sky Zone’s Chief Legal Officer.

“Sky Zone is growing faster than any other brand in our category, and with Sherin’s global expertise and strategic vision, we will strengthen our position as the industry leader bringing screen-free active fun to families around the world,” said David Hoffmann, CEO of Sky Zone.

Josh Rathweg Named Brand President, Cloudbound

Rathweg joins as Brand President of Cloudbound, a new concept fostering hands-on learning and unstructured play for children ages 0–6. A multi-unit Sky Zone franchise owner across five states, he has been recognized as a top operator and served two terms as Chairman of the Franchise Advisory Council. He also serves on the boards of Rady Children’s Hospital Foundation and Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego.

“Josh has delivered outstanding results as a franchise owner, raising the bar for excellence across our network,” added Hoffmann. “His experience and results-driven approach will propel Cloudbound’s debut and ensure operational excellence as we establish the brand as a new standard in early childhood play.”

The first Cloudbound locations will open in New York and Washington, D.C., with additional parks planned through both corporate-owned and franchised locations.

About Sky Zone^®

Sky Zone, the premier leader in indoor active entertainment in the United States, owns, operates and franchises over 265 parks. Founded in 2004 as Sky Zone Trampoline Park, the brand has evolved from being the first of its kind to now being the top destination for active play offering its 800,000+ members over 40 smile-inducing attractions. The brand encourages families to make memories and Play Every Day through birthdays, team gatherings and after-school activities each year. Sky Zone caters to kids under 12 through thoughtful programming in a clean and safe environment. Sky Zone has been recognized as a top franchise organization in both Franchise Times' Top 400 and Fast & Serious lists, as well as Entrepreneur's Franchise 500. For more information about Sky Zone and to find your local park, visit skyzone.com or follow on socials at @skyzone.

About Cloudbound™

Cloudbound is a reimagined playspace for the earliest years of childhood - designed not only to spark discovery in children ages 0 - 6, but also to meet the real needs of modern parents. Backed by the creators of the Sky Zone brand and grounded in research from leading developmental experts, the Cloudbound concept blends the wonder of a children’s museum with the energy of a playground in a setting that has been as well-considered for adults as it has been for kids. As a true third space for young families, Cloudbound parks will offer enriching, open-ended play for children alongside a clean, comfortable, and design-forward environment for caregivers. Coming soon to New York, Washington, D.C., and more cities near you. To learn more, visit: cloudbound.com or follow on socials at @cloudboundkids.