WW Studio - King of Prussia
HistoryStarted in Queens, New York, by its dynamic founder Jean Nidetch, Weight Watchers began to spread out among various areas in New York. The company became well known throughout the city and Nidetch decided to start franchising. Marilyn and Bob Birnhak were among the first owners, buying Weight Watchers of Philadelphia, Inc.-serving Southeastern Pennsylvania and Southwestern New Jersey. Marilyn and Bob Birnhak have been successful in the growth of Weight Watchers of Philadelphia since their first meeting in September of 1964. From starting with two meetings and eight members in the Mt. Airy section of Philadelphia, today this thriving weight loss firm has members attending over 550 meetings in over 100 individual locations throughout 11 counties-8 in PA and 3 in NJ. According to Marilyn,