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Prepared-meal franchise, Project LeanNation, will open its second Raleigh location in Seaboard Station by winter 2026.
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The business, located at 716 Seaboard Station Drive, is focused on helping people build healthier habits through convenient meals and personalized nutrition support. Customers can expect ready-to-eat meals, one-on-one nutrition coaching and in-store body scans.
“We’re excited to expand our presence in Raleigh and join the growing community at SeaboardStation,” Tim Dougherty, founder and CEO of Project LeanNation, said in a press release. “Our mission is to make healthy living simpler and more sustainable by giving people convenient access to nutritious meals and personalized support.
Project LeanNation sells meals that are promised to be 100% gluten, GMO and additive-free. The company’s kitchen is in Rochester, New York, where meals are prepared and portioned. The menu contains about 30 rotating options with a consistent variety of snacks, meals and shakes always available, according to the business’ website.
The franchise is membership-based but offers a lesser version for people who drop into a location. The “Grab & Go” options allow for individual meals, quick guidance from coaches, made to order protein shakes and more. Membership grants access to deals, personalized coaching and check-ins. Curious consumers are able to try a free consultation online.
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“We are excited to welcome Project LeanNation to Seaboard Station and continue building on the momentum of our growing wellness and fitness offerings,” Maria Thompson, president of Hoffman & Associates, Seaboard Station’s developer, said in a press release.
The News & Observer recently reported that a new indoor golf venue, The Swing Bays, will be opening at Seaboard Station in early 2027.
In March 2025, The N&O reported that K38 Baja Grill was opening its first Raleigh location in late 2025 at Seaboard Station. K38 will soon be opening another Triangle location on Saturday, Aug. 29.
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This story was originally published August 28, 2026 at 10:47 AM.