A total of nearly $30,000 in scholarships awarded

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 11, 2025) – The Titus Center for Franchising at Palm Beach Atlantic (PBA) University delivered a major surprise at its annual scholarship ceremony as Geoff and Sherri Seiber of the Seiber Family Endowment awarded a record-setting $10,000 scholarship—the largest single student award in the Center’s history.

Most Titus Center scholarships range from $2,500 to $3,500, making the Seiber Family’s gift a significant milestone for the program. In total nearly $30,000 was awarded to students.

The Seiber Family Endowed Scholarship was presented by Geoff Seiber, CEO of FranFund, to Osememe “Meme” Omofomah, recognizing his exceptional academic performance and outstanding essay submission. In addition to the endowed scholarship, Omofomah received $250 in cash to celebrate his achievements.

“This level of generosity has a profound impact not only on the student recipient, but on the culture of giving that strengthens our entire program,” said Martha Tomas Flynn, newly appointed Director of the Titus Center for Franchising. “Geoff and Sherri Seiber’s leadership and commitment to developing future franchise professionals reflect the very best of our franchising community. Their support will change lives for years to come.”

“Sherri and I believe deeply in the power of education to change the trajectory of a young person’s life,” said Geoff Seiber. “The students at the Titus Center consistently impress us with their drive, character, and passion for franchising. Investing in them is investing in the future of our industry—and we couldn’t be more proud to support Meme and the remarkable work happening at Palm Beach Atlantic University.”

In addition to the Seiber Family award, the Titus Center recognized an outstanding group of students who received scholarships funded by generous partners and supporters of the program:

Endowed & Annual Scholarships

Seiber Family Endowed Scholarship
Recipient: Osememe “Meme” Omofomah

Don Dwyer, Sr. Endowed Scholarship
Recipient: Haley Arruda

The Birdie Fund Annual Scholarship
Recipient: Matthew Young

JJ Prendamano Annual Scholarship
Recipient: Roman Caulk

Kobel Family Annual Scholarship
Recipient: MacKenzie McGarrity

Chick-fil-A West Palm Beach Annual Scholarship
Recipient: Taylor Schantz

Morrow Hill Annual Scholarship
Recipient: Frida Alsterhem

FIRE35 Future Leader Annual Scholarship
Recipient: Nina Maduzia

“Our scholarship donors make it possible for our students not only to advance academically but to enter the franchise industry with purpose, confidence, and opportunity,” Martha added. “We remain grateful for their partnership and the futures they help shape.”

For more information on the Titus Center for Franchising, visit https://www.pba.edu/academics/schools/centers/titus-franchising/index.html

About The Titus Center for Franchising

Founded in 2017, the Titus Center for Franchising is housed in the Rinker College of Business at Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach, FL. Students complete 12 credit hours to earn a concentration in franchising as part of a bachelor’s degree. The Center was endowed by franchisor Ray Titus, founder and CEO of United Franchise Group, who gave the university a $1.5 million gift. The Center is dedicated to educating people about franchising and preparing them to become employees of franchise companies, franchisees and franchisors. Martha Tomas Flynn is the director.

For more information, contact:
Lauren Moore, Thunderly Marketing

(817) 913-0914 | lmoore@thunderlymarketing.com

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