Franchisee Profile: Alena Walker

Alena Walker was working in logistics as an account manager but began researching new career options, including franchising, after being passed over for a promotion. She also suffers from terrible tension migraines. When she feels one coming on, she seeks out an adjustment right away to find relief.

“I struggled to find an affordable chiropractor that could get me in during my unpredictable lunch schedule,” says Alena.

She received her first-ever chiropractic adjustment in 2017 from The Joint Chiropractic – Sugar House in Utah. Then, as she began her journey into franchising, she knew her community of Fort Wayne, IN needed easier access to chiropractic care. Alena signed her franchise agreement in 2021, opened her clinic in January 2023 and was named a Rookie Franchisee of the Year finalist.

“Forming relationships with other franchisees has been invaluable,” she says. “I wouldn’t know what to do without some of the great franchise owners I’ve been able to connect with. Everyone has been so helpful and provides guidance or support when needed.”

Alena is an active member of her local chamber of commerce and participates in a monthly CEO roundtable to discuss topics that affect the community and businesses in Fort Wayne. Her clinic is a proud sponsor of the Fort Wayne TinCaps, a Minor League Baseball team affiliated with the San Diego Padres, and the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, one of the few zoos in the country that operates without taxpayer funding. Since opening in early 2023, Alena and her clinic team have hosted at least one tabling event per month to increase their community presence.

Alena and her husband Josh were married on September 21 in Telluride, CO and have two sons, ages 5 and 2. They love taking their camper on long weekend trips to explore new places. Alena is Vice President of Community and Membership for The Junior League of Fort Wayne and volunteers to help combat food insecurity in their region. She also stays connected with her Delta Delta Delta sorority sisters from across the country through their alumni chapter.